MySQL Sort Order with NULL
Learn how to force NULL values to the end of a sorted list
Reviewing the Slate
Review of Steven Pinker's book The Blank Slate and the common notion that we are all born without predispositions.
The Paradox of Cultural Relativism
An skeptical essay on the paradox of cultural relativism when taken to an extreme. My stance is that cultural relativism is only valid in a limited scope and should not be used to justify barbaric and supertitious societies.
Donald Olson
Donald Olson is a wildlife artist specializing in oil painting in sculpture, but also adept at ceramics, watercolors, pen and ink, and pencil.
Creative Products
Original Artwork and reprints for sale.
Philo Releases its First CD
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Rock band Philo released their first album (Self Destructive in Dark) on December 1, 2007 at the Skully's Music Diner in Columbus.
Essays on Art
These essays talk about art and the value of art.
Adventures with Chris
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Slideshow of Photos and a little about my cousin and dear friend Chris Himes, who died on April 26, 2019.
Undivided in a Divided Scene
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Photos of Undivided at Newport plus interview.