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.
New CS:Source Map de_tension
![de_tension wooden bridge](/media/1/image/jpeg/tiny/3926_1_1453_1_de_tension-wooden-bridge.jpg)
![de_tension waterfall mist](/media/1/image/jpeg/tiny/3927_1_1453_2_de_tension-waterfall-mist.jpg)
![de_tension campsite](/media/1/image/jpeg/tiny/3928_1_1453_3_de_tension-campsite.jpg)
![de_tension crystal tunnels](/media/1/image/jpeg/tiny/3929_1_1453_4_de_tension-crystal-tunnels.jpg)
![de_tension bombsite B](/media/1/image/jpeg/tiny/3930_1_1453_5_de_tension-bombsite-b.jpg)
![de_tension campsite](/media/1/image/jpeg/tiny/3931_1_1453_6_de_tension-campsite.jpg)
![de_tension wooden bridge](/media/1/image/jpeg/tiny/3932_1_1453_7_de_tension-wooden-bridge.jpg)
![de_tension two bridges](/media/1/image/jpeg/tiny/3933_1_1453_8_de_tension-two-bridges.jpg)
My return to mapping is official with the remake of de_tension for CS:Source. This new map includes a novel mapping technique developed by Andrew Penry and myself called Dynamic Mapping.
Animal House
![golden retriever](/media/1/image/jpeg/tiny/3039_1_1114_5.jpg)
![Maow, the cat photo](/media/1/image/jpeg/tiny/3883_1_1429_1_maow-the-cat-photo.jpg)
![coyote photo](/media/1/image/jpeg/tiny/3884_1_1429_2_coyote-photo.jpg)
![weather loach](/media/1/image/jpeg/tiny/3885_1_1429_3_weather-loach.jpg)
Our home is the animal house. A golden retriever, a cat, a chinchilla, fish and several children roam the hallways of the house. And others live outside.
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.
SMD Collision Mesh Tool
Download the SMD Collision Mesh Prep Tool for 3D Studio Max and learn how to use it.
A Comparison of two major dynamic web platforms (LAMP vs. WISA)
Dynamic web sites are powered by web technologies. What do these technologies do and which is best?
Evolution of a Shutterbug
Some tips on photography and an overview on my education with cameras.
Pet People
A Chalkboard column by Shawn Olson about regulars at a pet store.
Greg Oden, Buckeyes and Basketball
Commentary on collegiate basketball, American colleges and professional sports.
November 23, 2007 Newsletter
![Otter Chasing Fish](/media/1/image/jpeg/tiny/3750_1_1380_4_otter-chasing-fish.jpg)
![Sun Bear and Long Tongue](/media/1/image/jpeg/tiny/3751_1_1380_5_sun-bear-and-long-tongue.jpg)
November 23, 2007 Newsletter.