Crossing the Great Graphics Barrier

One of the first hurdles in learning Web design is understanding the use of graphics. The greatest of programmers can come up against the graphics barrier and sometimes just fall flat. Even professional desktop publishers when faced with a "design for the Web" task, can make critical errors.

Braving the Rattler

My 10-year-old daughter dragged me onto our state's largest roller coaster, the Rattler at Cliff's Amusement Park this summer. She insisted on riding it, and dad wanted to support his daughter's courage. When they strapped us in, Mari turned and said, "Dad, I'm scared."