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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
What happens after we die?
Ed note: It’s a bit unusual to have a spiritual/religious post on this blog, but it’s Sunday and my mind at the moment is there, so please persevere. Though I’d suggest skipping this one if you’re pretty sure that it’s … Continue reading
What a representative can do for you
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The History of Merit Badges is our own cultural history
Sent in by Ann Milam Over the years, scouting has encouraged boys and girls to be prepared for the world around them (Girl Scouts of the USA; Boy Scouts of America) By April White; Research by Zoe Sayler and Samantha … Continue reading
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Whole Foods is set to open October 30th at 1001 Broadway.
From the Capitol Hill Blog: The 17-story “upscale” apartment tower Whole Foods will call home is now open and filled with art and amenities along with 260 or so units complete with “smart, sophisticated design,” “well-appointed” and “clean, contemporary aesthetic,” “A/C in … Continue reading
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Plan Ahead for the First Hill Autumn Clean Up
The First Hill Improvement Association is happy to be hosting the sixth Autumn Cleanup! Saturday, October 13th 10am-12pm First Hill Park (1201 University) Meet your neighbors, learn about what’s going on in the neighborhood, and make the neighborhood a … Continue reading
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Build strength, fall less and live longer – just two training sessions a week can reverse age-related cellular damage
Ed note: There is repeated evidence that weights and resistance training can help with our health in multiple ways. It’s a good idea to check in with our Fitness Team before embarking on a strenuous program. Here’s some suggestions in … Continue reading
Anita Hill: How to Get the Kavanaugh Hearings Right
From the New York Times: “There is no way to redo 1991, but there are ways to do better. “The facts underlying Christine Blasey Ford’s claim of being sexually assaulted by a young Brett Kavanaugh will continue to be revealed … Continue reading
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This Adorable Sea Slug is a Sneaky Little Thief
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Why (or why not) that daily baby aspirin?
Ed note: After talking to a Cardiologist friend several years ago I asked him why he didn’t take a daily baby aspirin. He said he didn’t have any risk factors and felt the risk of a hemorrhage was greater than … Continue reading
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4th Annual Book Give-away Sunday the 30th from 11 AM to 2:30 PM
From Betsy Hanson Our 4th Annual Book Give-away will be on Sunday, Sept. 30 from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM in the Bistro. Residents, staff and guests are welcome to make selections at that time. However, this is YOUR sale, … Continue reading
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Dealing with plastic waste in the oceans
Sent by Dick Dion – thanks! I’ve been asked how to buy one of the bracelets made by this group. This is what I found on a Google search: https://4ocean.com/products/4ocean-bracelet
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StoryCorps and the human voice
From Wikipedia: StoryCorps interviews usually take place between two people who know and care about each other. They can be friends, family, or mere acquaintances. A trained StoryCorps facilitator guides participants through the interview process. At the end of each … Continue reading
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‘The right trousers’: Wallace and Gromit inspire artificial muscle clothing
Ed note: Frank Conlon writes: “Given that we have folks pursuing a goal of dynamic support clothing, the attached story from The Guardian of Sep. 11 might be of interest.” It will be interesting to see how/when/if this technology really … Continue reading
Closing a highway to save Washington salmon
From Crosscut: “Washington state is on the hook for hundreds of road culvert projects ever since the Supreme Court let stand a mandate to remove fish barriers throughout the state. Swauk Creek runs through the dry dirt and the fir … Continue reading
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A guy name Beto O’Rourke just might beat Ted Cruz in the Texas Senate race
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The World’s best small universities
Ed note: London based Times Higher Education has ranked its top 20 small universities in the world. Click here for the full article. There are a few surprises on the USA soil to be sure. How familiar are you with these … Continue reading
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Not recommended for half-bottle Tuesdays
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Factfullness: Ten reasons we’re wrong about the world – and why things are better than you think
Ed note: Hans Rosling has written a fascinating book that Bill Gates called the most important book he’s ever read. Factfulness: Ten Reasons We’re Wrong About the World–and Why Things Are Better Than You Think. Rosling explains how and why our thinking … Continue reading
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Half-baked sad news from Minnesota
Passed along by Basil Filonowich and making the rounds on Facebook “Sad news today, so please join me in remembering yet another great icon of the entertainment community. The Pillsbury Dough Boy died yesterday of a yeast infection and traumatic … Continue reading
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Stories for Getting Back to Sleep with Diane Gillespie, author & psychologist
Skyline residents welcome Tuesday, September 25 7:30 PM, Anderson Hall Horizon House, 900 University Street Ever have trouble falling back to sleep in the middle of the night? Find yourself stuck in stories that make you anxious? Educational psychologist Diane … Continue reading