While this article on e-archeology is what it is, I do attribute my packrattedness on the computer to this notion that, one day, the rudimentary ramblings of a 20-something web junkie will contain some worthwhile information. I’m in the process of pruning the physical objects in my house for a garage sale, and I’m finding [...]
Portf-oli-oli-o
I haven’t had much need for a portfolio in the past. My job searches have been pretty pedestrian. Either I look in the nearest local paper for something in the same 1000-foot radius of what I might want to do, or I already know someone who is offering me the job. My few years as [...]
Chicago Writer’s Circle
A friend of mine (Rodney) started distributing a monthly version of his online literary journal, the Chicago Writers Circle. Have a looksee, and let him know what you think. Chicago Writer’s Circle (v3i1) Chicago Writer’s Circle (v3i2)
Far West Siders
My friend-since-forever Tim found this picture of me at NetSci 2006 talking to the Texas Tech researcher who was making networks from basketball passes. Was Tim interested in the nuances of a point guard’s ball distribution? Naw. He wanted to know if I was wearing a stinkin’ Sox hat. Set aside for the moment that [...]
Indecent descent
Culture v. Nature? … No contest.
O Capstone, My Capstone
After 2 weeks of network science lectures and 16 of 17 capstone presentations today, I’m happy to not have any people yappin’ at me in the immediate future. Congratulations to all my classmates cappin’ off the semester with some fine work. Some highlights: Yana — No sooner do I get home and check the web [...]
What Amy Wants
Kevin spent hours matching tempos to my described running pattern to make me the ideal Marathon workout mix. Through his efforts, I discovered which Bob Schneider songs can help me run the extra mile (“Better” being the perfect song for the last minute sprint). Now, he can skip all the hard work and just buy [...]