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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
The Cotton Tote Crisis
By Grace Cook in the NYT Thanks to Diana C. Recently, Venetia Berry, an artist in London, counted up the free cotton tote bags that she had accumulated in her closet. There were at least 25. There were totes from the … Continue reading
Posted in Climate, environment, Science and Technology
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Native American story
Thanks to Pam P.
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The power of touch
Ed note: So often doctor’s are neglecting the power of touch. This poignant story from the New England Journal of Medicine is a reminder–hopefully physicians are listening.
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Dolly Parton’s song for Jonny Carson
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Memoir by beloved resident Thaddeus Spratlen
Thanks to Alice M. for bring this to our attention. Knowing Thaddeus, this will be a true success story in a sea of racism where the storms continue. Journey Up from Down South describes what struggle, resilience, hope, and family … Continue reading
Attention hill climbers (and those wanting a COVID test)
thanks to Mike C. The Washington State Convention Center has re-opened. It’s a great way to get up the hill without climbing when returning on Pike Street from downtown. Enter at 7th and Pike and hop on the 3 tiers … Continue reading
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Trump Tells January 6th Panel He Has Diplomatic Immunity as Russian Official
The Borowitz Report in the New Yorker By Andy Borowitz October 26, 2021 WASHINGTON (The Borowitz Report)—In his latest bid to prevent the House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack from obtaining relevant documents, Donald Trump has claimed diplomatic … Continue reading
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Information on the Seattle Police
from Mike Caplow. Scroll down for the graphs and data.
Posted in Crime, Government, Guns, In the Neighborhood, Justice, Law, Race, Safety, Social justice
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Parkshore plans to link across Lake Washington to Juanita Bay
Ed note: This information is from TA’s web site and an advertisement is Sunday’s Seattle Times. INTRODUCING PARKSHORE JUANITA BAY COMING SUMMER 2025 BY LAKE WASHINGTON’S JUANITA BAY, A NEW AND EXCITING OPPORTUNITY AWAITS FOR THOSE 62 AND BETTER. Located … Continue reading
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Transforming Age’s Bond Rating Analysis (stable at BB) from Fitch
Ed note: The following is published on Transforming Age’s web site. Read in detail if you’re interested in the formation and growth of of TA, Inc.; the transfer of funds from the Obligated Group to TA, Inc.; and the stability … Continue reading
Update from Heather Cox Richardson
Thanks to Diana C.
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Singing for joy
Thanks to Sybil-Ann Though he’d always dreamed of being a professional opera singer, he didn’t have the money to stay in music school. So, he sang while he baked (much to the delight of his customers). Then one day, Martin … Continue reading
Warming up
From Sybil-Ann who says, “We all need a special warm up when our back’s bothering us. I just tried this one and you should see me now.”
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How to summarize the stages of Life
First, there’s the Go-Go years Then, the Slow-Go years Finally, the No-Go years –Or First there’s, “Honey, did the kids poop?” Then, “Honey, did the dog poop?” Finally, “Honey, did you …….?”
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You’re Invited: The second debate will focus on health and safety
Thanks to Mary M. You’re Invited: The second debate will focus on health and safety How do we emerge and rebuild from the COVID-19 pandemic? What is the future of law enforcement in our city? These are two important questions … Continue reading
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Actors — human and feline — add spark to this wistful biopic
Thanks to Ann M. A movie review for cat lovers to be sure. By MORIA MACDONALDSeattle Times arts critic Should you be anticipating “The Electrical Life of Louis Wain” in the hopes of a lighthearted Victorian romp featuring lots of … Continue reading
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It’s safer to travel in groups
Belgian bus company commercial. Thanks to Gordon G.
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Beef Has Issues. This Seattle Steakhouse Agrees.
By Brett Anderson in the New York Times Thanks to Mike C. Published Oct. 19, 2021Updated Oct. 20, 2021, 9:33 a.m. ET SEATTLE — One of the first things you’ll notice about Bateau, a critically acclaimed steakhouse in a city typically associated with seafood, is that it … Continue reading
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Tasty critters could replace beef! 9 PM tonight on PBS
Thanks to Gordon G. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2021 From crunchy crickets to nutty fly grubs, NOVA takes a tasty look at insect foods and how they could benefit our health and our warming planet. From Thailand to Texas, insect farmers … Continue reading
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Voting is the core of our democracy–and under threat
Notes from Heather Cox Richardson
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One step of many needed
From Mike C: Removing graffiti. A commercial firm hired by the city. Hero at work.
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