Subjects in the Classroom and Life
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.
Renaissance Man
An essay on the extinction of the Renaissance Man or polymath in human history.
Introduction to Web Design
An introduction to designing a web site.
Donna Olson died at 55
Donna Olson, my mother, died on August 4, 2003.
Chapter 3: Arrival at Jadus
The Orion was sent to Jadus to find Rogue 7.
November 18, 2009 Newsletter
November 18, 2009 Newsletter with a discussion on social networking sites like Facebook. Links to latest projects.
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.
The most important things
Putting human struggles and value into perspective.
A Perspective on Patriotism
Essay about patriotism, nationalism and America.
EA, HP, and user frustration
How misnomers and programming error can frustrate your users.
