Donald George Olson died at 72
Some memories and thoughts about my Dad
My Dad, Donald George Olson, died on March 18, 2013... just four days shy of his 73rd birthday.
Return to Norton Middle School
Short essay recounting a day I spent at Norton Middle School with Gary Sigrist.
Winners on Wheels
A feature about disabled students involved with sports. Originally from the Westside Messenger.
My failed faith
The evolution of Shawn Olson's views on faith, religion and ethics.
The MTV Generation
Media giants hook the public on self-gratifying entertainment all in the name of freedom of speech.
The Value of Art
An essay on the value of art.
The Cheating Mentality
Essay about cheating in online games, using hacks in multiplayer games.
Jack Buckingham Retires after 31 Years in SWCS
Jack Buckingham was one of my teachers at Westland High School. This is a short feature on Buck.