Hole in my Heel
The story of how I survived a wound that killed legendary Achilles.
Good Memories from the Badlands
Photos from my trip to Killdeer and Medora in Western North Dakota.
Exhausted Melodies
A poem about the repetitive nature of human nature. We all share certain core elements that repeat over the ages, linking us to humanity.
Educational Drop-Outs
Observations on high school drop-outs and society.
Crazy World
Essay on the turmoil of our world today and the current trend of escalating hatred, nationalism and xenophobia.
The Public Disdain for Science
An essay about common public opinion towards science.
Free World
The First Installment of Free World.
March 28, 2009 Newsletter
Here are some updates about the work of Shawn Olson in the first quarter of 2009.
The Price of Learning: Gradecard Dilemma
There is a paradox concerning a parent's push for good grades. The kids don't care about learning.