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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
Did you get the best tow truck driver?
Ed note: My own experience was having a totally dead electrical system (blown big fuse) in my car on B2. AAA arrived and couldn’t get the problem fixed and, of course, a tow truck can’t fit into the garage. So … Continue reading
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When do the privileged feel like victims? When others seek equality
Thanks to Marilyn W. By Naomi Ishisaka Seattle Times columnist It seems whenever I write about structural power and privilege, people who benefit most from those systems respond that they are now victims of an unfairly stacked deck. A few weeks … Continue reading
Need a home visit for urgent care?
Here’s a note from a resident who utilized the services of dispatchhealth: https://www.dispatchhealth.com/. This is not an endorsement but there now have been three positive comments on the urgent health care they can offer in your home 8 AM to … Continue reading
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Sign in Terraces – a reminder
On Feb. 22nd there were 4 COVID infected Terraces’ residents on the 8th floor and one on floor 12th. Updates will be posted when available. Masks remain required there. Suggest a N-95 if you visit. Ed note: I asked ChatGPT … Continue reading
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We’ve finally reached our prime!
Thanks to Pam P.
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Bob Dylan’s “Forever Young” – an anthem for retirement communities
Thanks to Bob P. for sending this along. Many artists have recorded this song. My favorite versions are those by Bob Dylan and the band and by Pete Seeger singing with a youth group. May God bless and keep you … Continue reading
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Dr. Leonard Cobb, co-founder of WA’s first Medic One, dies at 96
Ed note: At Skyline we remember Leonard for his gentle manner and inquisitive mind. He dealt with his failing health with quiet acceptance and kept his smile and sense of humor until the end. We sorely miss this man who … Continue reading
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HIDDEN HYDROGEN
Thanks to Mike C. A version of this story appeared in Science, Vol 379, Issue 6633. Download PDF IN THE SHADE of a mango tree, Mamadou Ngulo Konaré recounted the legendary event of his childhood. In 1987, well diggers had come … Continue reading
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Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro blocks death penalty, calls for repeal
Thanks to Pam P. HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania — Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro said Thursday he will not allow Pennsylvania to execute any inmates while he is in office and called for the state’s lawmakers to repeal the death penalty. Shapiro, inaugurated last … Continue reading
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The Mission – Soundtrack Suite by Ennio Morricone
Ed note: If you have some moments listen to wonderful music, please listen – and consider finding the movie to stream on demand. It stars Robert De Niro, Jeremy Irons and Liam Neeson. The photography of Iguazu Falls is fantastic. … Continue reading
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Increasing use of the Skyline725 blog
Ed Note: There are now 169 subscribers to our Skyline725 blog. You can see some interesting blips in usage (note the COVID onset increase in 2020). Also, there’s an astounding increase in “hits” over the last few months. Recently, individuals … Continue reading
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Action! Help Expedite the Demolition of the Abandoned Prosch House
Thanks to Mary Jane F.
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Did My 1967 Experiment Inspire China’s Spy Balloon?
From the WSJ by Richard A. Muller
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Kaiser Permanente pays over $36M for Yesler Terrace site
By BRIAN MILLERReal Estate Editor Rendering by Perkins and Will [enlarge]This perspective looks northwest at the planned medical building, with SHA’s planned new Sawara apartments at left. As planned, Kaiser Permanente has paid a little over $36.2 million for the site of … Continue reading
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A man of excellence: June 1926 – Feb 14, 2023
Leonard Cobb, MD speaks about Step 10 – Work Toward a Culture of Excellence, a section from the book: ‘Ten Steps for Improving Survival from Sudden Cardiac Arrest’ by Mickey Eisenberg and the Resuscitation Academy Faculty. It was documented by … Continue reading
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Tech support available at the nearby Memory Hub
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Shoot all of them down?
Thanks to Mary Jane F.
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For Older Americans, the Pandemic Is Not Over
Seniors are increasingly left to protect themselves as the rest of the country abandons precautions: “Americans do not agree about the duty to protect others.” Ed note: Are seniors being forgotten as we try to break out of isolation and … Continue reading
Happy as a ……….
Happy Valentine’s day. Show your love!
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The life expectancy of a British PM
Thanks to Tim and Tony
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