The other end of life
An emotional editorial by Shawn Olson about old age originally printed in the Messenger.
Birds and Other Denizens of the Outer Banks
Photos of birds, dolphins and sites in the Outer Banks.
The Great American Hoopty
My advice on used cars. If you can't tell... I hate cars. Their only redemption is that they offer something to talk and write about.
Great Holiday Meal
A Breakfeast to Slay For
Santa has the best meal he's had in years. Mrs. Claus, though, isn't so sure. A holiday baking cartoon.
Campaign Trail
Observations on American politics from a former journalist.
A Call for Reason
An essay rebutting infantile attitudes of the anti-science movement.
Max 2010 Particle Flow Presets
When you install 3D Studio Max 2010, it does not automatically install any Particle Flow Presets. They are available in the Samples DVD that ships with Max. Here is how to install them.
Shawn's Sites Exposed
Articles hilighting when other sites have mentioned, listed or used my sites.
A World at War
Thoughts on the American War in Iraq.