By way of introduction...

Hi All..!

My name is Tim and I know what you're thinking -- "not another blog...."

Yes, technically, I guess you could call it that, but I prefer to think of it as one little side channel of the "piping system" that is the internet forum; a conduit through which I can add a little savory seasoning or spice or sweetener to the general recipes that make up the online discussions we all feast upon.

"What's on the menu?" you ask. Anything, I say -- my background includes many things from art and philosophy to science and superstition; I am an eclectic reader and listener of diverse musical styles. I also like a good discussion and, while it may be tempting to say that I enoy a good argument, I mean that only in an acdemic sense.

If you want to comment on things read here, I welcome a civil discourse. SCREAMING TO MAKE ONSELF HEARD...does not appeal to me.

So, with that said, I look forward to contributing in whatever small way that I can to the ongoing rush of discussion. Doesn't mean I'll post something every day; doesn't mean I won't post several items a day -- depends upon life, the universe and everything....