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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
A record number of folks age 85 and older are working, and here’s what they’re doing
Are you still working? About 4% of us are, and there are at least a few at Skyline still going to the office or working from home. What’s your experience? Here’s an article from the Washington Post: Seventy may be … Continue reading
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Reasons to travel in groups
Funny commercial sent in by Gordon Gray – from a Belgian bus company!
Posted in Humor, Transportation
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Herbal overdose
The call came from the ER doc just as I was sitting down to dinner. A young man I’ll call Jason was being admitted to the ICU who appeared to have overdosed on something – as yet unknown. The ER doc had … Continue reading
Pocket Barbecue
Actually, recently we stayed in a condo that had an electric barbecue on the deck. Worked great! Another way to cook at home perhaps. Plug it in to fire it up!
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8th Avenue tree removal update
The following are notes from a very recent meeting. Thanks to the Skyliners who attended and are supporting an effort to keep 8th Ave green! 26 JUNE 2018 — 800 COLUMBIA – STREET TREE REMOVAL MEETING PRESENT Alan Cornell – … Continue reading
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Bill Gates – 5 Books to read this summer
From Bill Gates: “Despite the heavy subject matter, all these books were fun to read, and most of them are pretty short. Even the longest (Leonardo) goes quickly. If you’re looking for something to read over the next few months, … Continue reading
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Incarcerating families is the American way
Natasha Varner is the Communications and Public Engagement Director at Densho, the Seattle-based Japanese American history nonprofit. This opinion piece is published in Crosscut. Over the past week, a torrent of images, … Continue reading
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Hearing Loop now in the MBR
Hearing loop technology is now in the MBR and Cascade Room. The Madrona Room is scheduled for next year and the hearing loop is also being considered for the Glacier Lounge. Here’s a video which explains this mode of hearing … Continue reading
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The beginnings of a garden
On the way to Baretll’s today, I saw a few folks from Horizon House watering the nascent garden behind the fence at the corner of Madison and Terry. According to the volunteer the property is leased by St. James from … Continue reading
Posted in In the Neighborhood, Nature, Parks
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Paul Farmer: health as a human right
Paul Farmer has changed the world’s thinking on how to bring health care to the poor. With both a PhD in Anthropology and an MD board certified in Infectious Diseases, this Harvard University Professor has built successful hands-on programs in multiple … Continue reading
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Surgical Complication
From Dave O’Hara The curse of surgery……. So, “I’m getting circumcised tomorrow .” My friend told me that he had that done when he was a few days old. I asked him “Does it hurt?” He said, ” Well I … Continue reading
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Summer at First Hill Park
Summer Outdoor Reading Parties Start Tuesday June 19th! Calling all the sun-loving First Hill bookworms! The beloved Outdoor Reading Party series kicks off Tuesday June 19th with cool beverages, light snacks, live music, great weather, and your neighbors gathering to … Continue reading
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Edward Curtis – photography at the SAM
We haven’t been to SAM yet for the Curtis exhibit, but will go soon I hope. Having read the book Short Nights of the Shadow Catcher: The Epic Life and Immortal Photographs of Edward Curtis, I’m anxious to see his photographs. From … Continue reading
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Bloom event at Freeway Park June 23rd 11 – 2 PM
Your are invited to the annual Freeway Park in Bloom event, coming up on Saturday June 23rd from 11-2pm. “In Bloom” is an opportunity for the community to gather and celebrate the plant palette and arboretum of Freeway Park. We will … Continue reading
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“Healing After Loss: Daily Meditations For Working Through Grief”
Steve Whitmore’s sister is an author of a number of books. This one is highly recommended for those suffering a loss: Healing After Loss: Daily Meditations For Working Through Grief Paperback – December 1, 1994 by Martha Whitmore Hickman (Author) Here’s one of the many … Continue reading
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The Wallingford Sign could be the funniest gas station signboard in America
Dorthy Wendler brings our attention to Wallingfordsign.com. “Once per week. 4 lines. 17 characters per line. In October of 2005 we converted our auto repair shop into an ExtraMile convenience store and suddenly we had a problem. It had always … Continue reading
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“Speaking of Dying” with Trudy James – Wednesday, at 3:30 PM
Wednesday, at 3:30 PM Trudy James presented her film here. Trudy is a chaplain deeply committed to advocacy and education about end of life choices. After the 30 minute film Trudy, Jim deMaine, Elizabeth Graham and Jeannie Fessenden will … Continue reading
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