What am I doing here?

This is an attempt to share some views and opinions, and some general musings, on the state of affairs in general. By state of affairs in general, I refer to current events, past events and even my own viewpoints on the aforementioned. I invite all comments and critique (including editorial comments (-: I hope you find your visit here more a pleasure than a chore and enjoy your time. Please note: Often postings will be related to local affairs (Baltimore, MD and Washtingon, DC)