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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
Really?
Thanks to Sybil-Ann Why do men’s clothes have buttons on the right while women’s clothes have buttons on the left? BECAUSE When buttons were invented, they were very expensive and worn primarily by the rich. Since most people are … Continue reading
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The difference between Lindsay Graham and Mitt Romney
This article in the Atlantic trace the history of collaborators and the effect of their culture and governments – including ours. It’s well worth reading. https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2020/07/trumps-collaborators/612250/
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Wear orange tomorrow June 5th
Thanks to Joe and Alice W. Next Friday, June 5, 2020 is National Gun Violence Awareness Day—also known as Wear Orange—a day when gun violence prevention advocates across the country wear orange to honor the victims of gun violence and … Continue reading
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Prayer and Lament – a note about the brief service Friday at St James Cathedral
A Moment of Prayer and Lament NOTE: This is not a big gathering or demonstration. Please attend on line at https://vimeo.com/425970811 This Friday, June 5, at noon, a group of Seattle clergy from many faith traditions will gather on the … Continue reading
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Clergy gathers at St. James Friday at noon
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Are you ready for an outdoor activity?
Thanks to Mary Jane
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Should I Get Tested For Coronavirus Just For The Heck Of It? (It’s a bit complicated).
Laurel WamsleyMay 31, 20207:18 AM ET Earlier in this pandemic, the shortage of tests for the coronavirus was a major problem in fighting the spread of COVID-19. The shortage was such that many hospitals and clinics would test only someone … Continue reading
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What about these virus tests?
The lab being used to analyse the nasal swabs is called Atlas Genomics located in the Salmon Bay area of Seattle. They have partnered with a pain clinic to arrange testing. You can look at their web site https://covid-19.atlas-genomics.com/ to … Continue reading
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How’s your alcohol intake?
Thanks Sibyl-Ann!
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Poster from the Navajo Times
Yesterday’s Times reminds us to keep two sheep apart
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Yes, we do need to gather
Thanks to Mary Jane F.!
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Fishing or Phishing?
Thanks to Jeff E.! Ed note: Not sure if this is fake or real, but here’s one explanation I found. “In humans, our lungs work to exchange oxygen from the air to replenish our blood cells and exhale waste gasses. … Continue reading