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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
This could be your moment
Thanks to Dorothy W!
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THE BAGPIPER
Lay down whatever is bothering you, breathe in the fresh air and LISTEN to this story. Time is like a river. You cannot touch the same water twice because the flow that has passed will never pass again. Enjoy every moment … Continue reading
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HONORING A LIFE’S MISSION
By Debra Adams Simmons, HISTORY Executive Editor – National Geographic Thanks to Gordon G. for sending this in. President Lyndon B. Johnson summoned John Lewis to a private meeting in the Oval Office on the morning of August 6, 1965. … Continue reading
UW expert: Kraken are undefeatable; few who see the beast live to tell the tale
Lauren Poyer is an assistant teaching professor in Scandinavian studies. She teaches courses in Scandinavian mythology and Vikings in contemporary culture, among other topics, and she is well steeped in all kinds of Nordic and Icelandic lore. Lauren PoyerUniversity of Washington … Continue reading
The Benefits of Talking to Strangers
By Jane E. Brody in the New York Times. Thanks to Put B. for finding this. I’m a lifelong extrovert who readily establishes and relishes casual contacts with people I encounter during daily life: while walking my dog, shopping for groceries, … Continue reading
Gyms will need to triple distance for exercising indoors
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee released updated guidance Monday for gyms and fitness facilities that nearly triples the minimum distance required for patrons exercising indoors, except for those practicing certain team sports. Starting Aug. 10, instead of … Continue reading
From Crosscut by Courtney Flatt Mountain goats, mule deer and black bears all move across the rugged basalt cliffs, forest and grasslands that make up the Klickitat Canyon Conservation Area. Salmon and steelhead swim up the Klickitat River, Washington’s longest wild … Continue reading
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The danger of traffic patrol – 300 MPH approaching!
Thanks to Jim S. for finding this story!
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Useful webinar on COVID-19 from Kaiser Permanente
From Barb W. You can watch the Kaiser Permanente’s Senior Caucus at its next webinar on Friday, August 7 from 10-11 AM via Zoom. Chris Fordyce, MD (retired) geriatrician will present a COVID-19 update that will cover the following topics: … Continue reading
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When your check engine light comes on – in Australia
From Paul T. – thanks.
A few figs from thistles
Poems by Edna St. Vincent Millay FIRST FIG MY candle burns at both ends; It will not last the night;But ah, my foes, and oh, my friends– It gives a lovely light! SECOND FIG SAFE upon the solid rock the ugly houses … Continue reading
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Getting the most from a telehealth visit
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Seattle Public Library Streaming
Gordon Gray was able to see this film which I wrote about five years ago. IMHO the book was equally great, perhaps even better in its detail: https://www.skyline725.com/the-100-year-old-man-who-climbed-out-of-the-window-and-disappeared/ “The 100 Year Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and … Continue reading
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Side effects can be pleasant
Thanks again to Gorden G!
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One calm dude
Thanks to Gordon G. and our firefighters
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Together, You Can Redeem the Soul of Our Nation
By John Lewis Mr. Lewis, the civil rights leader who died on July 17, wrote this essay shortly before his death, to be published upon the day of his funeral. While my time here has now come to an end, I want … Continue reading
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So, how was your day?
Thanks to Sybil-Ann!
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The Barnacle Theory of Life
By Mel Walsh (thanks Mary Jane F. for finding this) Barnacles….marine undesirables, clinging sea-shelled critters. They grab onto and weigh down everything from sea turtles to boats that have to be put into dry dock to scrape off the cluster … Continue reading
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