BurningbirdThough I work primarily with backend development, my start in writing was front end design and development, working with Javascript and CSS. I know, hard to imagine. Lately though, I’ve been in a design mood, and have designed a new format for this weblog, which you can see at the test weblog. I’ve borrowed Michael Hanscom’s idea of […]
Allan Moult has completely redesigned Leatherwood Online and I like the new look. It’s a variation on the triple column, but giving more prominence to the main content. Allan’s also created a bunch of new blogs to support the site. One new section focuses entirely on the Antarctica, and I think this really gives the site the […]
I just had an unexpected visit from the IRS. They showed up at my door with no warnings. I had no idea there was any problem, or anything wrong. It would seem they don’t have the last form 940 for my corporation, which I closed in 2002. I had a letter to this effect last […]
I don’t follow too many traditions when it comes to holidays. Without strong family ties or kids, I don’t celebrate Halloween or Thanksgiving; and since I lack a religious foundation, I don’t celebrate Easter or Christmas. However, I still make fried chicken and my three favorite cold salads on the Friday before Memorial weekend, ready […]
For those with the time and inclination, I’ve modified my third WordPress test weblog to one of the new looks I’m trying. This one I call The Burningbird of Happiness. It should validate as XHTML strict and CSS with a little more tweaking on my part. And no tables. Site also uses several of my hacks turned into […]