Essays

I like to think of myself as a social commentator. Of course, anyone is free to tell me where to stick my opinion, but I've got an opinion, and I'm sticking to it. :)

Here are the essays I have written, either for class, personal ponderance, or for publication in my college newsletter. Enjoy.

Newspaper Articles

I've written articles for various newsletters over the years. However, there is a challenge in posting them here: not only must I get permission for some of them, but finding copies of the articles themselves can be just as difficult, as I no longer have them myself.

CS"I Have No Idea What I'm Talking About"

Rating: Web PG

The truth behind the CSI Episode (written for The Source the Devry Calgary newsletter). I have since watched the episode.

Politics and Society

Politics is important to me. I'm a supporter of constitutional monarchies, but a strong believer in Democracy. I believe that while political tradition is important, the people should have the final say—and know what they're saying!

Demands of Democracy

Rating: Web PG

What democracy needs to survive.

Responsibility, Not Prerogative

Rating: Web 14

This is an essay I sweated, cried, cursed, and trembled over, since it was for school. My terror that I'd get a 0 on it were unfounded, I actually got 98% on it. Feeling rather proud of my accomplishment, I put this essay here. Warning: it's one of the longest essays I've ever written.

Website Design

As you know, I'm a website designer. Some of what I write is based on what I enjoy doing.

Accessible Websites

Rating: Web G

Coding for maximum accessibility is easier than one might think.

Writing

As an author, I have written some things on writing itself.

When Art Inspires a Story

Rating: Web G

So you wish to write a fanfic? There are a few points of etiquette you should follow.

Roleplaying and Writing

Rating: Web G

An essay on the link between good roleplaying and good fiction.