Author Archives: Jim deMaine

Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

Posted on February 19, 2025 by Jim deMaine

From Foundation Fighting Blindness – Thanks to Ann M. Join A Virtual Quarterly Vision Webinar on Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) February 27th | 7:00 p.m. ET   (4 PM PT) Dear Friends,   Discover the latest information on AMD with … Continue reading →

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Take a nice slow breath and listen

Posted on February 19, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Jamie Dupuis played a meditative fingerstyle cover of the Leonard Cohen song “Hallelujah” on 26 string harp guitar. (Thanks to Bob P.)

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Trump in the World 2.0 Spring Lecture Series

Posted on February 18, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Marilyn W. Join us for Trump in the World 2.0, a series of talks and discussions on the international impact of the second Trump presidency. Moderator: Danny Hoffman, Director of the Jackson School of International Studies and Stanley … Continue reading →

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Democracy in action today

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Jim deMaine

thanks to Mike C.

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Tragic displacement in the West Bank

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C.

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Listen in, call in & stay involved!

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Commentary from a college classmate of Mary Jane F. A town hall with our local House of Representatives member, Rick Larson* appeared on my phone yesterday and I decided to listen in. Larson, a Democrat, has represented this region of … Continue reading →

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Recycle right: misconceptions, and what not to do

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Jim deMaine

By Bree Coven in the Seattle Times (thanks to Marilyn W.) You dutifully toss your soda cans and last week’s newspaper in the bin and wheel it out to the curb every other week. But are you recycling right? Seattle has … Continue reading →

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Congresswoman Jayapal at Town Hall

Posted on February 16, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary Jane F. There is no question that it has been a difficult start to this year and the new Trump administration — from funding freezes to executive orders that have caused chaos across the country. We must … Continue reading →

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Crossing a line

Posted on February 16, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P. Borders between one kind of life and another. A moving piece by Timothy Snyder, one of our most well-informed advocates for democracy and Ukraine and author of the 2017 book On Tyranny.   I hope he … Continue reading →

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Opening in 3 weeks!

Posted on February 15, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Info from Mike C. – checkout this twin tower just east of Skyline: https://museumhouseseattle.com/ Sky Bridge Amenity Space The Sky Bridge offers one of the best views in the building — perhaps one of the best views in Seattle. The … Continue reading →

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What does a scientist look like? Children are drawing women more than ever before

Posted on February 15, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P. – in Science Advisor When asked to draw a scientist, school-age kids in the United States are increasingly sketching women. That’s the main conclusion of a new study that compiled information about 20,860 pictures drawn by … Continue reading →

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Make your voice heard.

Posted on February 15, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: Please consider joining this group: https://5calls.org/. It connects you with issues of concern and gives you the number/persons to call. You can also subscribe to their newsletter. It’s a chance for your voice to be heard. Calling your … Continue reading →

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Marching together toward ….

Posted on February 12, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C.

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Beyond having a smart phone

Posted on February 12, 2025 by Jim deMaine
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The moon surrenders to dawn

Posted on February 12, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Kathy M.

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Understanding RFK Jr.

Posted on February 11, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: Since the time of Pasteur, Lister, Koch and Semmelweis we’ve all (but for a few) accepted the germ theory of disease. One of those few who does not accept established science is RFK Jr. Yet, he’s about to … Continue reading →

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Hasn’t happened in the Bistro–yet!

Posted on February 11, 2025 by Jim deMaine
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Thousands of Danes sign petition to buy California from U.S.

Posted on February 11, 2025 by Jim deMaine

 Travis Schlepp in KTLA5 Morning News (thanks to Bob P.) In response to President Donald Trump’s continued musing about the U.S. acquiring Greenland from Denmark, Danish citizens have launched their own effort to purchase America’s most economically prosperous state. An online petition seeking the … Continue reading →

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Your Parents Deserve More From Their Nursing Home

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: Please see the following post about the need for regulations in this growing, yet underfunded and understaffed industry charged with taking care of an elderly vulnerable population. We must be informed and strong advocates for good care. By Norma … Continue reading →

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Continuing Care Oversight Bill needs support

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Hello Skyline WACCRA Members, (thanks to Tom S.) THIS ONE HAS A SHORT FUSE!—And supports the effort initially announced in the WACCRA Residents News-Mail, February 6, 2025 (attached). WACCRA’s  legislative work has resulted in the introduction of Senate Bill 5691 … Continue reading →

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A sidelined Congress and Republicans are largely mum about the seizure of their power.

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Heather Cox Richardson Feb 10 On Friday, President Donald Trump issued an executive order “protecting Second Amendment rights.” The order calls for Attorney General Pam Bondi to examine all gun regulations in the U.S. to make sure they don’t infringe … Continue reading →

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The Yellow Rose of Texas!? Can it be? Beautiful roses blooming in our chilly Seattle weather!

Posted on February 9, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Somehow, out on our patio in the Cascade Tower some roses are still in bloom. An explanation escapes me. Let’s just go with a miracle of nature (or climate change). At any rate, the two yellows and the Drop Dead … Continue reading →

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My Sweet Babboo!

Posted on February 9, 2025 by Jim deMaine
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How, when and why Seattle started to shift into a bike-friendlier city

Posted on February 9, 2025 by Jim deMaine

By Tom Fucoloro in the Seattle Times My note: Our first home (rental) in 1969 was near those railroad tracks and Matthew’s Beach. Sandy Wood and Jim Todd lived near us and we would gather the neighborhood to discuss world events. … Continue reading →

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Those odd keepsakes

Posted on February 7, 2025 by Jim deMaine
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