An on again/off again practicing Christian, with an affinity for traditional churches such as the Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic churches. I currently attend a Catholic church, but have not converted or started formal instruction in the faith. My academic background is in Modern European history, anthropology and classics. I have been married for almost 12 years, but no children. Howeveer, I do have two dogs and two cats!! I am originally from the South, but currently live in the Midwest.