It's that time again - Yes, kids, MAL is back in Washington this weekend. This annual event is mostly a fun diversion for my friends, who generally haven't bought all of the necessary couture to truly partake of the lifestyle. (The best yours truly could come up with out of his closet was a plain black t-shirt, jeans and black Sketchers.) However, I'm sure Ben will be pleased to hear that MAL's popularity among the young adult set has been growing lately. Maybe he and Kevin can adjust their January DC trip next year to take advantage.

P.S. Time magazine just happens to have a fitting piece this week on "SM," part of a package covering America's sex life. (Ben might want to read the article about the deleterious effects of watching too much porn.)