Author Archives: Jim deMaine

Skyliner’s grandaughter at the Met!

Posted on March 11, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Karen Bell’s granddaughter, Deanna, is one of the nymphs at the Met on Saturday March 12th. They are about 15 – 20 feet up in the air with their skirt covering the wheeled dolly below with someone moving them around … Continue reading →

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Anthropomorphic gardening!

Posted on March 10, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Enjoy the tour. Thanks to Sybil-Ann

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Oh, those gas prices

Posted on March 10, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary Jane F.

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Driving skills – needed for garage parking!

Posted on March 10, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann – trying to turn around!

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San Francisco street ‘renamed’ in protest of Russia

Posted on March 9, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Bob P.

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Are we tuned in–or not?

Posted on March 9, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C.

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The inside story of Putin’s rise to power

Posted on March 7, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Basil F.

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The War in Ukraine Could Change Everything

Posted on March 7, 2022 by Jim deMaine

From Skyline resident Basil F. “Living in our community many people are asking me about my opinion about the present situation in Ukraine. I have some difficulty to explain my take about the war, all I remember the most is … Continue reading →

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How we read

Posted on March 7, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Diane S. I cdnuolt blveieetaht I cluod aulaclty uesdnatnrd waht I was rdanieg. Thephaonmneal pweor of the hmuan mnid Aoccdrnig to rscheearch atCmabrigde Uinervtisy, it deosn’t mttaer in waht oredr theltteers in a wrod are, the olny iprmoatnt … Continue reading →

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Waiting for the innocents

Posted on March 7, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P. Moms in Poland left their baby strollers in rail road stations for the Ukrainian moms that fled carrying their children.

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Today in history (e-Seattle Times 3/7/22)

Posted on March 7, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Al MacR. for this post reminding us of the leadership of cardiologist and Skyline resident Leonard Cobb, who lead the effort that has forever changed emergency care. And Seattle still remains the best place to have a heart … Continue reading →

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Communication by whistling!

Posted on March 6, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Rosemary W. Ed note: I spent a whole summer at camp learning how to do a shrill whistle, but never thought I could ask for a loaf of bread! Much more interesting than an iPhone for communication. In … Continue reading →

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Bending the Arc (now available on Netflix)

Posted on March 6, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: Thanks to Mary M. for letting us know about this documentary now available on Netflix. Paul Farmer who recently died at age 62 was a pioneer in bringing health care to the poor. He was also the subject … Continue reading →

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Ukraine – flag and sunflower

Posted on March 6, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P.

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Ohio boy’s touching story

Posted on March 5, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann

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Interview with President Biden by Heather Cox Richardson

Posted on March 5, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Ed. note: Please click on the link at the bottom of this post to watch this unique interview with President Biden and historian Professor Heather Cox Richardson. Every day, people write to me and say they feel helpless to change … Continue reading →

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How to help war refugees – Judy Mayotte’s suggestions

Posted on March 4, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Following Judy Mayotte’s inspiring presentation on refugees and internally displaced people last Monday, she responded to residents’ request for recommendations and provided a list of organizations involved in helping refugees. (The greatest need at this time is money) The International Rescue … Continue reading →

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Pictures to enjoy

Posted on March 3, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann

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Let’s pray, hope and help

Posted on March 1, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary Jane F.

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Great insight for understanding how Engineers think.

Posted on March 1, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann – with sympathy to spouses of engineers 🙂

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Amazing couple at the Bluwater Bistro in Leschi

Posted on March 1, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Rosemary W.

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AgeWise King County

Posted on March 1, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: Please peruse the great articles in this issue. You’ll find articles dealing with arthritis, dementia, caregiving, DWD, fire safety and advance care planning.

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New wheels for a great guy

Posted on March 1, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Gordon comments, “Comment: The experience has indeed been life-changing😊”

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Tom Lehrer redux

Posted on March 1, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary Jane F. Ed note: It’s once again a scary time as Putin rattles the nuclear option. How far into a corner do we dare to push him?

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At the Frye – Art on the Mind

Posted on March 1, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Art on the Mind: Ten Years of Creative Aging Now through April 3 Frye Art Museum, 704 Terry Avenue, Seattle This exhibition shares stories and works of art that highlight the experiences of people living with dementia, their care partners, … Continue reading →

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