Many times Baltimore area fans simply take their sports much too seriously. I confess, I am one. And sometimes it is nice to see an article in the line of humor to lessen the load after a serious loss such as the Ravens faced in New England. My Thanks to Jean Marbella for "Quoth the reeling Ravens fan, evermore" (Jan. 29). It was a very clever, funny and humbling piece that kind of puts the picture in focus for this particular fan. And made me consider again, what things would be like without our sports teams to support. Thanks Jean!

Peter J. Schap Jr., Cockeysville