Author Archives: Jim deMaine

Frye Artist Receives Distinction at the Venice Biennale

Posted on April 23, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Dianna C. Saturday’s NYT describes the 2022 Venice Biennale, as “…..perhaps the world’s most prestigious and elegant art event.”  This year Christina Quarles, an artist based in Los Angeles is one of the artists representing the United States.  … Continue reading →

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BECAUSE YOU APPRECIATE IRONY

Posted on April 23, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann

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The Playacting Over Masks Really Needed to End

Posted on April 23, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ed M. for sending in this thought provoking article. by Tom Nichols in The Atlantic The U.S.-government mandate requiring mask wearing on transportation is now dead, and it was killed in the worst way possible. A judge deemed “not … Continue reading →

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Bob’s new look

Posted on April 23, 2022 by Jim deMaine
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Doughnut Economics

Posted on April 23, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Here is commentary from Gene Webb on Kate Raworth’s book. I’m sure you’ll find it an interesting.

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Seattle City Attorney drops nearly 2,000 cases to ease backlog

Posted on April 23, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C. for sending this in. SEATTLE – Seattle’s new City Attorney, who ran on a ‘tough on crime’ platform, will not be prosecuting nearly 2,000 cases in an effort to ease a case backlog.  Ann Davison said she inherited … Continue reading →

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US FDA Warns of Hidden Drug Ingredients in Certain Supplement Products

Posted on April 23, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: The FDA can monitor but, by law, cannot regulate the contents of supplements. If you take any dietary supplements please check with your doctor. (Reuters) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday asked people to … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on liberty

Posted on April 20, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary Jane F.

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Pianist continues to play Schubert ‘Impromptu’, as Russian police break up concert of Ukrainian music

Posted on April 19, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ann M. A concert in Moscow by Russian pianist, Alexei Lubimov, and Russian soprano, Yana Ivanilova, was broken up by police last night. The performance, titled ‘Songs against the times’, featured works by Franz Schubert, and Ukrainian composer, Valentin Silvestrov. … Continue reading →

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Who Gives A Crap toilet paper review: Our favorite recycled toilet paper (at CNN)

Posted on April 19, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P. This article is a part of CNN Underscored’s Earth Week, a weeklong focus on our planet and ways to celebrate and preserve it. We’ll be featuring tips on how to live more sustainably, products to help you spend … Continue reading →

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Hope these put a smile on your face

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann

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Feeling unnoticed?

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Jim deMaine
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Older Adult Medication Safety

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Rick B. Ed note: Please note that you can get one on one advice from nurses and pharmacists about your medications by calling 800-222-1222. This document has lots of good points.

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A federal judge strikes down the mask mandate on planes and public transit.

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C. (the article points out that this judge has been evaluated as “not-qualified” by the ABA and was nonetheless appointed by the Trump administration and approved by a party-line vote) By Charlie Savage and Heather Murphy WASHINGTON — A federal … Continue reading →

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Covid vaccine concerns are starting to spill over into routine immunizations

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ed M. A child receives the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccination at the Fairfax County Government Center on Nov. 4, 2021 in Annandale, Virginia. | Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images By MEGAN MESSERLY and KRISTA MAHR Kids aren’t getting caught up on routine shots … Continue reading →

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Life Returns to Seattle

Posted on April 17, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C. Buzzing traffic at the nearby Convention Center

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Passover Easter Ramadan overlap in 2022

Posted on April 15, 2022 by Jim deMaine
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Budget Signed by Governor Includes Study of Insurance Oversight of CCRCs

Posted on April 15, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: If you haven’t yet joined WACCRA (Washington Association of Continuing Care Retirement Communities), please consider doing so. This organization advocates for rights and protections for those of us residing in CCRCs–a relatively new concept that is just beginning … Continue reading →

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Reflections on Downsizing

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Ed Note: Ed and Linda recently moved to the Olympic Tower. The reflections on downsizing will touch us all. I hope others will share their experiences. Edgar K Marcuse MD, MPH, FPIDS When does middle age end? Damned if I … Continue reading →

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Food art — being creative

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann

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The Government Comes Through For Tesla With A $465 Million Loan For Its Electric Sedan

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C. for sending this in Erick Schonfeld@erickschonfeld / 8:12 AM PDT•June 23, 2009 Comment In an announcement today at Ford’s research center in Dearborn, Michigan, the U.S. Secretary of Energy will be giving details about the first loans to come … Continue reading →

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Please help me rethink and improve Skyline725

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Jim deMaine

3k views 2k visitors 11 comments activity on the blog over the last 30 days I’d like to thank everyone who views and comments on the Skyline725 blog. Some refer to it as my blog, but it is really your … Continue reading →

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Report from the 2022 legislative session

Posted on April 12, 2022 by Jim deMaine
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The two magic words

Posted on April 12, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann

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Is 30 Minutes of Exercise a Day Enough?

Posted on April 11, 2022 by Jim deMaine

By Gretchen Reynolds in the NYT. For anyone interested in the relationship between exercise and living longer, one of the most pressing questions is how much we really need to stay healthy. Is 30 minutes a day enough? Can we get … Continue reading →

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