The ephemeral soldier
A poem about veterans. Dedicated to my grandfather Clarence Himes.
A Sonnet Dreamt
A poem about enjoying the moments and memories in our lives.
Crazy World
Essay on the turmoil of our world today and the current trend of escalating hatred, nationalism and xenophobia.
Steps beyond me
Poetic advice from father to son to be brave, good, kind; to make something out of life.
The Fairness Mentality
Essay about our skewed perspective on fairness.
Reflections and Infections
An essay about the need for more philosophy (love of wisdom) in an age of growing xenophobia.
Human ability and prejudice
Prejudice is a part of our world fading, but never quickly enough.
2013 in Review
Newsletter about 2013, including various losses in our family and other news.
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.
