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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
Does Amazon Alexa have a future in diabetes management support?
Amazon’s Alexa is a lot of fun. However, it may be more that just a toy or household helper. What if voice activation could help you with diabetes control or call 911 if you fall and can’t reach your pendant? … Continue reading
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Update from WACCRA
WHAT YOU – AS A CCRC RESIDENT – SHOULD EXPECT The “Continuing Care Retirement Communities” law that took effect July 1, 2017 lists a number of resident “expectations.” These apply to all residents in an independent living unit. You … Continue reading
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The longevity gap
From Aeon: “The disparity between top earners and everyone else is staggering in nations such as the United States, where 10 per cent of people accounted for 80 per cent of income growth since 1975. The life you can pay … Continue reading
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Plymouth on First Hill celebrates its opening
From Sue Van Leuven The 14th Annual Key to Hope Luncheon notes that, thanks to our community, we surpassed our goal and raised just over $1,000,000 at the luncheon. This has been a record-breaking year! You’re invited! We’re not done celebrating … Continue reading
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Tweets – are you tuning in, or tuning out?
Seattle author and writer Tim Egan has an op-ed piece in the New York Times called “The Trump Fog Machine.” Click on the link to read it if you haven’t. The fog of tweets, name calling and inane assertions have … Continue reading
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Brief History of the National Park Service
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Andrew Wyeth at the SAM October 19th – January 15th
The Seattle Art Museum has a major upcoming exhibit of Andrew Wyeth’s art (click on the link to view) from October 19th to January 15th. The Skyline presentation yesterday was excellent. Here is a taste of his art.
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A disadvantage to being well informed
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Do you have the supplies on hand for an earthquake?
Thanks to Sally Soest for bringing us this information Quake Preparedness Kit By-the-Bed Mini-Kit: Hard soled shoes (there may be broken glass) Work gloves Flashlight 1 Person Grab-and-Go Kit (in case of evacuation) By-the-Bed Mini-Kit PLUS… Water for you and pet … Continue reading
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Volunteer opportunity in the Terraces
Volunteers Wanted Want to be of service to your neighbors in the Terraces? Seeking ideas for engagement? JOIN THE “IN2L” TEAM IN2L = “It’s Never 2 Late” IN2L training available in the Terraces every Wednesday in October: 1:00pm on the … Continue reading
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Our nature
“The nature of every individual is determined by his or her deepest love.” Emanuel Swedenborg, Heavenly Secrets
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“Forever Young” – a Bob Dylan tribute
May God bless and keep you always May your wishes all come true May you always do for others And let others do for you May you build a ladder to the stars And climb on every rung May you … Continue reading
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Why are African-Americans not completing advance directives?
First a disclaimer. As a Caucasian, I have only personal anecdotal impressions from the African-American patients I have cared for. To me their approaches to end of life decisions were not uniform by any means, but there was clearly often … Continue reading
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How can be be sure it’s genetically modified at the market?
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Candice Bergen talks about her father
From Deadline Hollywood: “Before she was Murphy Brown and the star of such films as Carnal Knowledge, Candice Bergen grew up watching her father Edgar Bergen scratch his way to stardom with his arm up the back of the wooden puppet Charlie McCarthy. She has teamed with James … Continue reading
Sky Opera Debuts September 21st
We have arrived at the ninth season of SkyOpera. Welcome to all faithful friends and especially to our newcomers! From Cornelius Rossi: “Let me start by introducing the changes we have made for this season. Up to now, in each … Continue reading
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The Underground Railroad – a necessary memory
The Slave Pen, the principal artifact at the Freedom Center, was transported from its original Kentucky location and reconstructed on the second floor of the Center. The Skyline book club is reading The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead, a best … Continue reading
Saving the ducklings
Warms your heart – from Marilyn Webb.
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SAFE & SOUND in the Hospital – Tuesday September 19th at 2:30PM in the MBR
Medical errors in the hospital are the third leading cause of death in our country. A successful hospital experience includes knowing what actions patients and their families should take. Learn about some of the opportunities and challenges that hospitals face … Continue reading
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Football and brain injuries – ESPN sportscaster resigns
It’s now being called the guilty pleasure of watching. Personally I loved playing football and still watch. But like Ed Cunningham, I’m feeling more queasy about brain injuries. From Salon: “Ed Cunningham, a college football analyst and prominent color commentator … Continue reading
I’ll Fly Away
Tennessee Ernie Ford, Grandpa Jones, Stringbean and Roy Clark – I’ll Fly Away. (Wish I could have these guys give me that send off by ‘n by.)
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