I was born in Tokyo, Japan and did a lot of traveling with my military family until finally landing in Maryland where I've lived the majority of my life. Growing up in Ellicott City, MD, I have an extreme pride for the state, evident in my passion for both the Orioles and the Ravens.
I'm an energetic person who loves adventure and spontaneity, perhaps why I love journalism so much. I'm very active in my church and I enjoy a wide variety of activities including music, sports, smoking a pipe full of cherry vanilla-flavored tobacco, watching European soccer and playing any/every sport possible.
I married my best friend in July 2011, which makes life pretty great too.<br><br><b>Your Beliefs</b><br>At Patch, we promise always to report the facts as objectively as possible and otherwise adhere to the principles of good journalism. However, we also acknowledge that true impartiality is impossible because human beings have beliefs. So in the spirit of simple honesty, our policy is to encourage our editors to reveal their beliefs to the extent they feel comfortable. This disclosure is not a license for you to inject your beliefs into stories or to dictate coverage according to them. In fact, the intent is the opposite: we hope that the knowledge that your beliefs are on the record will cause you to be ever mindful to write, report and edit in a fair, balanced way. And if you ever see evidence that we failed in this mission, please let us know.<br><br><b>Politics </b><br>As a registered Independent, I believe the answer to most political issues lies in the cooperative effort of both liberal and conservative ideologies. When in a group of predominantly one party, I'll often stray to the other end just to induce healthy discourse. I despise hard-core political polarization, but I must confess, it does make good headlines. I have faith in government, but I do not believe that the answers to many of life's problems lie in it. I'm always up for a civil discussion.<br><br><b>Religion</b><br>Religion is a tricky word. I wouldn't label myself religious, only because of certain connotations that accompany it. I do profess to be a very real, passionate follower of Jesus Christ. However, I may not fit the mold you'd initially expect from someone who labels themselves a "passionate Christian." Christian, after all, means little Christ, and that is exactly what I try to do; mirror a life that correctly represents the life and teachings of Jesus. While I am passionate about my faith, I'm equally excited about engaging in conversations and discussions with people of other backgrounds. I'm as open as you can be when it comes to "religious discourse," and would openly welcome such engagements. <br><b><br>Local Hot-Button Issues</b>
As the new editor for Edgewater-Davidsonville Patch, there's a lot to learn. I'm learned quickly that south county is a vibrant place, full of passionate and alert people ready to impact their communities.
I hope to pick up where Edgewater-Davidsonville Patch left off—continuing to provide the fastest and most in-depth coverage of south county news and events.
I'll soon become an official resident of Edgewater, MD, so please feel free to send me tips on how I can better learn and appreciate this remarkable part of Maryland.
A 12-year-old boy threatened two students at Central Middle on Thursday with a loaded BB gun and an airsoft pistol, according to police.
More than $800 was raised by local residents to help the volunteer fire department build its new station.
Heavy flooding on Patuxent River Road and Sands Road forced a woman to sit on top of her car, stranded in the water.
A local breast cancer survivor expresses thankfulness to the readers of Patch.
The fallen Navy SEAL's family will be part of a ceremonial coin toss before South River takes on highly-ranked Old Mill High.
Use BGE's work crew location website to track when and where they will be in your neighborhood.
Report cards will still be go out on Nov. 16, as previously scheduled.
A local breast cancer survivor expresses thankfulness to the readers of Edgewater-Davidsonville Patch.
Parents are urged to use caution when getting their children to bus stops on Wednesday.
Share photos from the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.
The Kmart off Solomons Island Road is boarded up, but that doesn't mean it is closed.
Piers and pathways out onto the South River were invisible Tuesday morning as high tides covered the local shoreline.
Some maintenance workers will tend to schools depending if any buildings are damaged during the storm.
Is Hurricane Sandy causing problems in your neighborhood? Share a photo and let me know!
Check out my on-the-scene reporting throughout town as Hurricane Sandy approaches Edgewater, Davidsonville and south county.
Take a quick look back at the biggest headlines of the week, ranging from deer processors to up-and-coming singing stars.
BGE is scheduled to have 1,300 workers on-duty throughout the weekend, but residents should be prepared to wait if the storm hits Maryland at full strength.
I sure don't.
BGE is scheduled to have 1,300 workers on-duty throughout the weekend, but residents should be prepared to wait if the storm his Maryland at full strength.
Here's a smattering of local news and events uploaded to Patch this week that are taking place this weekend.
