I cried last night watching the final episode of the Wire.  While there were emotional moments in the show, I was more upset that this would be the final time I would be watching a new story with these characters.  I guess now I have to start back at the beginning and watch all the stories be laid out, knowing now how they pay off.  I believe The Wire is the greatest show in the history of television, and I’m not prone to superlatives.  

 Interesting article with David Simon that doesn’t shed too much light but does discuss some of the more important themes and characters from the show.