Josh Rowe

Star Wars: Thrawn Trilogy - Expanded Universe Review

Timothy Zahn's Thrawn Trilogy - Heir to the Empire, Dark Force Rising, and The Last Command - was absolutely incredible! Set five years after Return of the Jedi, it follows the New Republic struggling to establish itself while facing a dangerous new enemy. Grand Admiral Thrawn, one of the last major figures of the Empire, isn't your typical villain. He doesn't rely on fear or brute force but on strategy, patience, and an eerie ability to predict his enemies' moves. His presence alone makes the story feel fresh, proving that the Empire isn't as dead as the New Republic would like to believe....

Don’t fall into the low cost trap when needing a website

Many web design services advertise cost as their primary selling point, often resulting in unnecessary monthly fees, exclusivity contracts, and unresponsiveness. Research carefully. Don’t mistake cost for value....

Word count should never be a part of your SEO strategy

If you can answer a question better, with less bloat, and fulfill search intent, then why not? By fulfilling user intent, you're building authoritativeness, trust, and meaningful engagement, all key ranking factors in an effective SEO strategy....

White Collar Reboot Name, Script, and Pilot Episode

A draft of the upcoming White Collar revival script from September 15, 2024 confirms the reboot entitled "White Collar Renaissance" with the pilot episode entitled "Masquerade." The titles chosen are perfect for the reboot for the following reasons:...

Fact vs. Truth: What's the Difference?

We throw around the words "fact" and "truth" all the time, but they're not the same thing. A fact is something solid and provable like, "water boils at 100 degrees Celsius at sea level." No matter what you believe, it's just the way it is. Facts don't care about opinions or personal experiences. They're the things you can measure, test, and confirm....

Web Design and Exclusivity Contracts

Never sign an exclusivity contract for your website. These types of contracts typically leave you locked into toxic relationships with high monthly fees to "maintain" your website when they're often forgotten. If you paid for your website, you should own it and have the freedom to do what you want ♥️...

Why does time feel faster as you age?

Ever feel like the years are flying by faster and faster? It's not just you. It's actually how our brains perceive time. When we're kids, everything feels new. Our brains are working overtime to process all those first-time experiences, making days feel longer. But as we age and routines set in, fewer new memories are created, and time seems to speed up....

The Art of Being Alone by Renuka Gavrani and why it’s important

The Art of Being Alone by Renuka Gavrani is a heartfelt exploration of how to embrace solitude in a world that constantly pushes us to stay connected and busy. Gavrani takes something many of us fear—being alone—and reframes it as an opportunity for growth, self-discovery, and peace. Through personal stories, thoughtful insights, and practical advice, she shows how solitude doesn’t have to feel lonely. Instead, it can be a powerful tool for recharging your energy, sparking creativity, and deepening your relationship with yourself....

Why conversations centered around other people are considered toxic behavior

Focusing exclusively on others in conversation is toxic because it diverts attention from personal growth and meaningful self-reflection. When individuals fixate on others’ lives, they neglect their own actions and character, missing opportunities for self-improvement. This habit creates a cycle of superficiality, where external drama overshadows introspection and personal development....

I saw the best minds of my generation get run down by the drunken taxicab of absolute reality.

One of the greatest moments in the White Collar series, straight out of the pilot with Mozzie misquoting Allen Ginsberg....