Why distractions aren’t necessarily a bad thing

June 5, 2010  FILED TO: Miscellaneous

I’ve been a freelance web designer for over 5 years now and over that time I’ve read many blogs and articles aimed at freelancers that provide advice on productivity and smart working habits.  One of the common themes is the evilness of distractions; it seems that distractions should be avoided at all costs because of [...]

When will women find their place?

January 3, 2009  FILED TO: Miscellaneous

An article in The Age recently censuring the current trend of so-called “Yummy Mummies” struck a familiar cord with me when I read it (read here).  I’m no feminist, but having worked in a male-dominated industry and taken an interest in pre-Christian history, I’ve done plenty of thinking about the position women have and have [...]

A Harsh Land

December 10, 2006  FILED TO: Miscellaneous

Victoria (the state in which I live, that is) is having a bad year. After a record dry winter, an unseasonably dry October, followed by a few very wet November days (which fueled the growth of long grasses), we are not only facing a long, hot summer but a summer of crises: drought and [...]

Usability in the home

September 10, 2006  FILED TO: Miscellaneous

My fiance and I recently purchased and moved into a new home. This is the first time we’ve lived in a freestanding house together and the first time we’ve owned our home. Very exciting times. The house was designed by a modern architect and is only three years old, making good use [...]

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