" ... Never use an adverb to modify the verb ''said'' . . . he admonished gravely. To use an adverb this way (or almost any way) is a mortal sin. The writer is now exposing himself in earnest, using a word that distracts and can interrupt the rhythm of the exchange. ... " — an excerpt of Elmore Leonard writing about writing. A good way to chastise oneself to be more Spartan and minimal.

A short, insightful analysis on the new "normative" hairstyles for those afflicted with male pattern baldness--and the perception that they're meeting their fate head-on.

An interesting discussion about the changing nature of programming. In particular, note the comments by zink, Christian Gross, and Dr. Jochen Leidner