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Archiving My Blogs
I recently came across an interesting idea from one of the oldest blogs on the internet to back up my blogs to a public GitHub repository. This is the why and how.
Windows NT vs. Unix: A design comparison
This is an excellent read for any of you operating system nerds out there. The author compares the architectures of both Windows NT and Unix.
My Collection of Windows Screenshots
Macs have been my primary computers for decades, but I have also had the occasional Windows PC. These are some screenshots from them.
A Glaring Omission in the New Outlook for Windows
Microsoft’s new version of Outlook for Windows has seen its fair share of criticism, but one omission is just shocking in 2024.
Apple II DeskTop
A little while ago, I stumbled upon an interesting project whose goal it is to emulate the Apple II DeskTop environment in the web browser.
Editors and IDEs I’ve Used Over the Years
I had the idea to write a post about the editors and IDEs I have used over the years. These are the ones that stood out to me and why. Screenshots included!
Haunting Alex
Stirrings in The Black House by Ambrose Ibsen
Stirrings in The Black House is another very interesting take on the traditional ghost and haunted house trope. It is definitely worth a read.
What fascinates me about horror?
Ever since I was old enough to understand what ghosts were, I have had an enduring fascination with the paranormal and horror in general. This is a self-reflection on this interest.
The First Public-Domain Stories Are Online
I’m happy to announce that the stories section with the first public domain stories is finally online and available!
Ghost Eaters by Clay McLeod Chapman
Ghost Eaters is a novel I finished at the beginning of 2024 and I thought it was worth writing about because it was a unique take on the ghost story genre with a great twist at the end.
Starting Haunting Alex
Ever since I was a young child, I’ve been fascinated with tales of ghosts, vampires and all sorts of other horror subgenres. In fact, it’s rare that I read any fiction that isn’t a horror story of one kind of or another which is why I’ve decided to start this blog.
The Beskirted Man
The Beskirted Lumberjack – An Outfit
It’s been a while since my last outfit post and this one features one of my all-time favorite outfits which I have lovingly dubbed “The Beskirted Lumberjack”.
Poll: What is your choice of underwear when wearing skirts?
Based on a suggestion I received in the comments of one of my other posts, I decided to create this poll to ask what sort of underwear you prefer to wear with your skirts.
The Dress in the Closet
This is the story about the black dress that hung in my closet as a kid. It belonged to my mom and was the garment that kicked off my interest in dresses and skirts.
Going on a Business Trip with a Skirt and Heels
I have posted links to other articles this German man has written on his experiences wearing gender-non-conforming clothing and this one is another great post about his experience wearing a skirt and heels on a business trip.
My First Time Wearing a Skirt to the Office
I finally wore a skirt to the office for the first time and the experience was tremendously positive. This is what happened.
What should I do when people are uncomfortable seeing me in a dress?
I love hearing other people’s takes on wearing gender-non-conforming clothing and hearing about their experiences. This is another great writeup of a man’s experiences wearing dresses and other gender-non-conforming clothing.
History Rhymes
Illuminati in the 18th Century
Secret societies, like the notorious Illuminati, have long fascinated people worldwide, their influence extending from history into today’s popular culture.
History Rhymes Gets a New Design and More
Today I am excited to announce that after a number of years of lying dormant, History Rhymes is finally getting a new lease on life.
Kaiser Wilhelm II After His Abdication – Part 1
Kaiser Wilhelm II abdicated after the end of the First World War, but that is generally when he exits the stage of popular history. So what happened to him? What did he do in that time? This article aims to explore some of these questions.
A Decade of History Rhymes
It is hard to believe that an entire decade has elapsed since I published my first History Rhymes blog post entitled “Starting Out.” A lot has changed in the past ten years and I have big plans for it for the future.
Kings of Bavaria: Conclusion – After the Fall of the Monarchy
The rule of the Bavarian kings ended with the German Revolution of 1918-1919 in the immediate aftermath of World War I. The royal family became enemies of the Nazis and had to flee Germany, but never gave up the dream of restoring the monarchy.
History Rhymes Featured on Tutorful
History Rhymes has been picked to be featured in an editorial by Tutorful called “History Lovers: Awesome Websites and Resources To Cure Your Boredom”.