Information Overload
An Over-Abundance of Information in the Information Age
An essay on the trends on the Internet that cause an explosion of information that is often antithetical to the ideals of democracy and progress. This essay cautions parents, teachers and community leaders to be wary of every emerging media outlet.
Educational Inflation
A critique of the value of educational diplomas.
The Life of Clarence Himes
A biography of Clarence Himes by his grandson Shawn Olson.
Protest and Support
War protestors and supporters both have serious flaws in their arguments.
Voting with the ego.
Egoism may not be popular, but it's what's getting my vote.
Renaissance Man
An essay on the extinction of the Renaissance Man or polymath in human history.
CandleWatch - Rekindling the love for candlelight
CandleWatch is a new jar candle accessory that automatically extinguishes jar candles.
My failed faith
The evolution of Shawn Olson's views on faith, religion and ethics.
Reflections on the precariousness of life
Philosophical essay on life and death sparked by a family trip where a pigeon collided with the car and we had a flat tire.
But Words Will Never Hurt Me
Editorial on negativity and entitlement amongst online communities.
