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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
Advanced math of flying
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Gender balance on the US quarter
Thanks to Pam P. Ed note: This seems to be a DEI action that doesn’t make much cents (sic). Who uses quarters anyway? Photo Courtesy of U.S. Mint BY HUNTER SCHWARZ Historically, U.S. currency has been the domain of men, but … Continue reading
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Grief is for people
Thanks to Mary M. Sloane Crosley with Ben Gibbard Grief is for People Fri 3/1 at 7:30PM | $5-$25 Sliding Scale | In-PersonSloane Crosley with Ben GibbardGrief is for People Praised for her humor and sharp wit, … Continue reading
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Seattle Art Museum removes Native objects amid newfederal rules
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Hope this doesn’t happen here!
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The latest political news from SNL
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When a Spouse Goes to the Nursing Home
The move to a long-term care facility is often difficult but necessary for frail patients. For their partners, it can mean a new set of challenges. After moving his partner of 33 years to a nursing home, Joseph Drolet, a … Continue reading
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I’m a college professor. I fell for a scam that drained my life savings
Ed note: The scam described seems unbelievable because there were so many red flags. But it did and does still happen. If anything like this is in your life, talk to a trusted family member or advisor. The scam attempts … Continue reading
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Nine more months to endure
Thanks to Pam P. Ed note: Punxsutawney Phil’s winter predictions were in on Feb 2nd. He’s right 40% of the time–much like our political polls. No shadow this year so we’ll have an early spring. He seems to be right … Continue reading
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After the fire, the teardown begins!
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Alzheimer’s Association Education
Alzheimer’s Association Education Third Wednesdays, 1 – 2:30 PM The Memory Hub,1021 Columbia St., Seattle Hosted by the UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center February 21: Managing Money: A Caregiver’s Guide to Finances March 20: Understanding Alzheimer’s & Other Dementias … Continue reading
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Dextronormative oppression
Ed note: A sinister plot?? By Steve Clifford – thanks to Ed M. Serving on non-profits boards, I was obliged to attend DEI training sessions. Among other things, I learned that assimilation was cultural genocide. I then cursed my immigrant … Continue reading
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Trump’s COVID life threatening infection
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Remembering the courage of Fred Korematsu
By Eugene Lee – Special to The Seattle Times Today, several states across the nation will celebrate the legacy of Fred Korematsu. Although the Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution is not recognized in Washington state, I urge everyone to … Continue reading
The “Boys” in the boat
Seen on the 12th floor credenza. Arranged by Janet M. Thanks to Ann M.
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OOPS! — Again…….and again……..and………
Sad times for a great company!
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What will be the impact of Parkshore at Juanita Bay in Kirkland on Skyline and Parkshore in Seattle?
There is a new venture by TA coming to the Eastside: “A Life Plan Community (also known as a Continuing Care Retirement Community or CCRC) offers the security of knowing you’ll have care options, at reduced and predictable rates, if … Continue reading
Q&A: UW expert on the rise and risks of artificial sweeteners
Thanks to Ed M. Alden Woods UW News Call it the sweetness paradox. In grocery stores across America, foods that were once saturated with sugar now contain none — yet they taste just as sweet. The secret is an assortment of … Continue reading
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How to (and not to) boost your immune system
KATELYN JETELINA AND DR. ANDREA LOVE Thanks to Ed. M. The rumor mill is hot with ways to “boost your immune system” this viral season. Legitimate and illegitimate claims on prevention and treatment are entangled on social media and massive podcasts (cough, … Continue reading
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The desire to become first among equals
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