Donna Olson died at 55
Donna Olson, my mother, died on August 4, 2003.
My feelings on God
My personal views on God.
Subjects in the Classroom and Life
A discussion on the utilitarian value of the subjects our schools teach. This editorial on education was one of the last pieces Shawn Olson printed as a Messenger writer.
My Wife Likes it Hot
A little story about when my wife made things a little too hot.
CorelDRAW & PHOTO-PAINT Colors
A brief overview of the color tools in CorelDRAW and PHOTO-PAINT, including a video tutorial and new features in CD X5.
This article demonstrates some of the new color features in CorelDRAW X5. The video demonstrates the basic methods of selecting colors in CorelDRAW and PHOTO-PAINT. New and experienced users can benefit from the video.
The Phantom Dollar
Essay on American debt, credit abuse and the lies of economicists and politicians.
Search Engine Optimization
Search engine optimization that can be done in-house, as well as advice for higher rankings.
Rock Music IS Folk Art.
Essay tracing path of folk music to modern rock.
The Sunset and Spirits
A trip to a mountain top turns into a flight of irrational terror.