Whispers in the Wind
Posted on Jan 9, 2007 | Last Updated Nov 11, 2011
Poem about enjoying the beauty of life. It's too brief to forget to enjoy it.
wind, poem, life
The Forgotten Philosopher: A Look at John Dewey
Posted on Oct 19, 2002 | Last Updated Oct 26, 2011
An essay delving into the educational philosophy of John Dewey.
educational philosophy of john dewey, john dewey education, education, philosopher, forgotten
Subjects in the Classroom and Life
Posted on Oct 19, 2002 | Last Updated Oct 26, 2011
A discussion on the utilitarian value of the subjects our schools teach. This editorial on education was one of the last pieces Shawn Olson printed as a Messenger writer.
educational subjects, subject relevance in education
MOM'S LIFE
Posted on Feb 23, 2004 | Last Updated Nov 5, 2011
Mom - a poem by Eric Olson about Mom.
mom
The Happy Worker
Posted on Oct 19, 2002 | Last Updated Oct 30, 2011
An essay on the coomon person's role in the workforce.
worker, life of work, toiling for money
A Vandal's Life
Posted on Jan 19, 2003 | Last Updated Oct 31, 2011
A cartoon on vandalism by Shawn Olson.
vandalism cartoon
Into Clean Air
Posted on Feb 3, 2005 | Last Updated Nov 8, 2011
Poem on regaining hope and vigor.
poem, poetry, hope, life, revival
Unavoidable Night
Posted on Jan 20, 2003 | Last Updated Oct 31, 2011
A poem on nihilism by Shawn Olson.
unavoidable night, nihilism, family, life, poem, poetry
Longnose Gar
Posted on Nov 18, 2005 | Last Updated Nov 9, 2011
Photos of the Longnose Gar, a large pike-like fish found in Ohio rivers.
longnose gar, predator, fish, ohio, marine, life
Jellyfish - Columbus Zoo
Posted on Sep 15, 2003 | Last Updated Oct 31, 2011
Jellyfish photos from the Columbus Zoo by Shawn Olson.
jellyfish photos, columbus zoo, sea life
