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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
Trump Sent a Warning. Let’s Take It Seriously.
By Thomas L. Friedman in the New York Times President Trump has made it unmistakably clear in recent weeks — and even more crystal clear at the Tuesday debate —that there are only two choices before voters on Nov. 3 — … Continue reading
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Trump Plans to Use Debate to Deduct Biden as Dependent
WASHINGTON (The Borowitz Report)—In a tax-avoidance strategy that many in the accounting profession have described as “exotic,” Donald J. Trump plans to use the first Presidential debate to deduct Joe Biden as a dependent. Although the decision to declare Biden—a … Continue reading
Book zoom events — Facing Death: Finding Dignity, Hope and Healing at the End
Some of you have asked to “Zoom in” when I have book events. There are going to be a number of them—no idea really of how many. The best way to find links will be checking on my blog: www.endoflifeblog.com. … Continue reading
Time to smile
Thanks to Sue H! I’m on two diets. I wasn’t getting enough food on one. Apparently RSVP’ing to a wedding invitation “Maybe next time,” isn’t the correct response. Don’t irritate old people. The older we get, the less “Life in … Continue reading
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How Faith Shapes My Politics by David Brooks
Ed note: This is an opinion piece in the NYT. For some background info read David Brook’s conversion story in the New Yorker. Over the past few decades, whenever a Republican president puts up an important judicial nominee — especially … Continue reading
Falls, laughter and more as we age
On Thursday, September 24 – TOMORROW – as part of the National Falls Prevention Awareness Week, join us to learn about Senior Safety Score with Senior Fall Prevention Initiative’s Dr. Milton Curtis, MD! We’ll also hear from Dori Gillam of … Continue reading
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What sex is the computer?
Thanks to Pam P!
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An important reminder
Thanks to Mary Jane F. Here is a list of the upcoming General Election Debates sponsored by the League of Women Voters …. all related to the November 3 election. NOTE: As you look at this website, please note that … Continue reading
Perhaps a eulogy for RBG
Thanks Mary Jane F. When Great Trees Fall Maya Angelou When great trees fall, rocks on distant hills shudder, lions hunker down in tall grasses, and even elephants lumber after safety. When great trees fall in forests, small things … Continue reading
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Inventions by women
Thanks to Donna D! People don’t realize all the things that were invented by women. Here are just a few! 1. The Car Heater Margaret A. Wilcox, born in 1838, was one of the first women mechanical engineers. She is … Continue reading
Trump history lesson
Thanks Dorothy W!
Rioting in major cities across the U.S. has spread to Sarasota, a wealthy and artsy Florida retirement community.
Thanks to Pam P. for this “news” 🙂 Protesters marching in Florida’s ritzy Sarasota led to widespread rioting and looting. Items taken were limited to laxatives, vitamins, hearing aid batteries, reading glasses, energy drinks, designer masks and surgical stockings. The … Continue reading
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STARS for tots
Thanks to Gordon G. Bringing smiles and memories.
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Free workshop on building resilience
From my daughter’s friend I hope this finds you well! I’m writing to invite you to participate in a free virtual workshop series I’m launching in October, called Building Resilience for Life. Has it felt hard to hold all … Continue reading
FUNNY HOW SOME PHOTOS COME OUT
Thanks Sybil-Ann! A smile – is a sign of joy. A hug – is a sign of love. A laugh – is a sign of happiness. And a friend like me? – Well that’s just a sign Of good taste!!
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