A World Without Pain
An essay in reaction to the New Orleans disaster following hurricane Katrina.
We Need Science
Essays on the need to prioritize science in our everyday lives--and to focus on science in our schools.
Google's Dewey Update
Some thoughts on the latest upheaval to the search engine world and the so-called Dewey Update.
Time and Relative Dimensions
Artwork anticipating the return of Doctor Who.
Adding some style to your web page
A beginning example of adding style to your web page.
Some thoughts on learning
Shawn Olson criticizes the standard battle between educators promoting exclusive learning styles.
Some observations on smokers
You can't argue with people who are addicted to cigarettes.
Seamless Tear
Poem by Shawn Olson about relishing in the moment and looking forward to the future.
Some Scoundrel
Semi-satirical poem about passing the blame on others and passing the buck.
Something Got Lost
A poem remembering my dear mother.