Using the Internet
This editorial on education was printed as a Chalkboard column in the Messenger.
Adventures with Del
In Memory of Delwin Olson
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Photos and tribute to my friend and cousin Delwin Olson.
Reflections and Infections
An essay about the need for more philosophy (love of wisdom) in an age of growing xenophobia.
Ruby-Throated Hummingbird
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Photos and video of the Ruby-Throated Hummingbird.
Adieu Cringe
2003 is coming to an end with the final Cringe show. This year my mother died, my friend John Hart died, and my favorite band broke up.
J. Ashburn Jr. Youth Center turns 40
History of the J. Ashburn Jr. Youth Center, a refuge for many children and teenagers in the Hilltop, a community on the West Side of Columbus, Ohio. Story from in the Columbus Messenger Newspapers for April 29, 2002 by staff writer Shawn Olson.
Search Engine Optimization
Articles about the topic of Search Engine Optimization, or SEO.
Pet People
A Chalkboard column by Shawn Olson about regulars at a pet store.
SMD Collision Mesh Tool
Download the SMD Collision Mesh Prep Tool for 3D Studio Max and learn how to use it.
Google Page Rank Woes
Google has sliced and diced the page rank of many websites, including this one.