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Monthly Archives: April 2023
The Memory Hub activities – May 2023
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Meanwhile, in Florida
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Joe Biden and the Struggle for America’s Soul
by David Brooks in the NYT Joe Biden built his 2020 presidential campaign around the idea that “we’re in a battle for the soul of America.” I thought it was a marvelous slogan because it captured the idea that we’re … Continue reading
Posted in Advocacy, Government, Justice, Morality, Politics
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Thoughts from Emerson
Ed note: I’ve just ordered the book, Three Roads Back by Robert D. Richardson. Have any of you read it? It’s about how Emerson, Thoreau and William James responded to the greatest losses of their lives. Please comment! “Write it … Continue reading
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What’s Age Got to Do with It?
Dori Gillam: Monday, May 1, 2023 – 12:00PM to 1:00PM. Online event from King County Library System Description: Dori Gillam takes a lighter look at aging while showing how ingrained ageism is in our society through birthday cards and advertising. Let’s start … Continue reading
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If you’re happy and you know it, . . .
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I Hate To Break It To You But If You Recognize Any Of These 32 Pictures You Are Officially Old
Thanks to Bob P. Ed note: For viewing all 32, click here.
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They May Be Just Acquaintances. They’re Important to You Anyway.
by Paula Span in the NYT Thanks to Marilyn W. The people at the dog park, the bank teller, the regular waiter — these casual relationships may be “weak ties,” but they’re also a key to well-being. Victoria Tirondola and … Continue reading
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One to another – good feelings
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30 Most Breathtaking Pics Of Architectural Wonders Around The World, As Shared In This Online Group (New Pics)
Thanks to Sybil Ann Ed: To see all 30 pictures, click here.
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“Seven hundred days of listening, then one day of success”
The remarkable Good Friday Agreement – essay by Heather Cox Richardson I love Northern Ireland. I love the people. I love the place. They’ve been extraordinarily generous and hospitable to me and my wife, my family,” former senator George Mitchell … Continue reading
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Remembering the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising and the people who fought back
Relatives share family stories of loss and survival during the Holocaust and the monthlong fight against the Nazis in Warsaw, Poland. Click here for the full article. By Dana Bash and Anna Brand, CNN Published April 19, 2023 – Thanks to Pam P. … Continue reading
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WA lawmakers vote to ban single-use plastic in hotels, but fail to reform recycling
Thanks to Diana C. By Vonnai Phair and Isabella Breda Legislation intended to reduce the use of plastics and boost recycling is seeing mixed results as this year’s legislative session enters its final week. Democratic lawmakers failed to pass ambitious recycling proposals, but … Continue reading
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Tracking King County seniors (and their brains) for clues to dementia and Alzheimer’s
You may have seen the article in the Seattle Times’ Pacific NW on Sunday, but if you missed it you can read it by clicking here! The ACT study reminds us to exercise, control diabetes and hypertension and to keep … Continue reading
Operation Mother Goose
DAVID B. WILLIAMS APR 13, 2023 Thanks to Mary M. Ed Note: David Williams is the son of one of our residents — Jackie! The 1960s was time of change in Seattle. For most of the decade no Canada geese … Continue reading
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Helen Cox Richardson’s update – fentanyl
The Biden administration today announced a series of actions it has taken and will continue to take to disrupt the production and distribution of illegal street fentanyl around the world. The efforts involve the Department of Justice, including the Drug … Continue reading
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Snoopy is real! Meet Bayley, the cartoon dog’s doppelganger
Thanks to Bob P. CNN — Calling all cute pet lovers, i.e., everyone. The Instagram account for a certain Mini Sheepadoodle named Bayley is going viral, thanks to the adorable black-and-white pooch’s astounding and uncanny resemblance to Snoopy, the canine mascot for the Peanuts cartoon … Continue reading
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Tracking King County seniors (and their brains) for clues to dementia and Alzheimer’s
By Sandi Doughton Seattle Times staff reporter AT THE AGE of 92, Betty Roberson’s vision might be blurred, but her mind is sharp. When she’s not flipping through audio versions of The New Yorker, Foreign Affairs and other magazines, she’s been … Continue reading
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Doris found her Viking cruise to be a little too immersive…
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Eric Larsen – Adult Changes in Thought (ACT) research study
Ed note: Anyone can join Kaiser’s Senior Caucus tomorrow for its Friday, April 14th webinar that will be held from 10:00 am – 11:30 am. The Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/91840672295. Eric Larson will be discussing his research on the aging brain … Continue reading
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