Author Archives: Jim deMaine

Pianist continues to play Schubert ‘Impromptu’, as Russian police break up concert of Ukrainian music

Posted on April 19, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ann M. A concert in Moscow by Russian pianist, Alexei Lubimov, and Russian soprano, Yana Ivanilova, was broken up by police last night. The performance, titled ‘Songs against the times’, featured works by Franz Schubert, and Ukrainian composer, Valentin Silvestrov. … Continue reading →

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Who Gives A Crap toilet paper review: Our favorite recycled toilet paper (at CNN)

Posted on April 19, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P. This article is a part of CNN Underscored’s Earth Week, a weeklong focus on our planet and ways to celebrate and preserve it. We’ll be featuring tips on how to live more sustainably, products to help you spend … Continue reading →

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Hope these put a smile on your face

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann

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Feeling unnoticed?

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Jim deMaine
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Older Adult Medication Safety

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Rick B. Ed note: Please note that you can get one on one advice from nurses and pharmacists about your medications by calling 800-222-1222. This document has lots of good points.

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A federal judge strikes down the mask mandate on planes and public transit.

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C. (the article points out that this judge has been evaluated as “not-qualified” by the ABA and was nonetheless appointed by the Trump administration and approved by a party-line vote) By Charlie Savage and Heather Murphy WASHINGTON — A federal … Continue reading →

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Covid vaccine concerns are starting to spill over into routine immunizations

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ed M. A child receives the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccination at the Fairfax County Government Center on Nov. 4, 2021 in Annandale, Virginia. | Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images By MEGAN MESSERLY and KRISTA MAHR Kids aren’t getting caught up on routine shots … Continue reading →

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Life Returns to Seattle

Posted on April 17, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C. Buzzing traffic at the nearby Convention Center

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Passover Easter Ramadan overlap in 2022

Posted on April 15, 2022 by Jim deMaine
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Budget Signed by Governor Includes Study of Insurance Oversight of CCRCs

Posted on April 15, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: If you haven’t yet joined WACCRA (Washington Association of Continuing Care Retirement Communities), please consider doing so. This organization advocates for rights and protections for those of us residing in CCRCs–a relatively new concept that is just beginning … Continue reading →

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Reflections on Downsizing

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Ed Note: Ed and Linda recently moved to the Olympic Tower. The reflections on downsizing will touch us all. I hope others will share their experiences. Edgar K Marcuse MD, MPH, FPIDS When does middle age end? Damned if I … Continue reading →

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Food art — being creative

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann

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The Government Comes Through For Tesla With A $465 Million Loan For Its Electric Sedan

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C. for sending this in Erick Schonfeld@erickschonfeld / 8:12 AM PDT•June 23, 2009 Comment In an announcement today at Ford’s research center in Dearborn, Michigan, the U.S. Secretary of Energy will be giving details about the first loans to come … Continue reading →

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Please help me rethink and improve Skyline725

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Jim deMaine

3k views 2k visitors 11 comments activity on the blog over the last 30 days I’d like to thank everyone who views and comments on the Skyline725 blog. Some refer to it as my blog, but it is really your … Continue reading →

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Report from the 2022 legislative session

Posted on April 12, 2022 by Jim deMaine
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The two magic words

Posted on April 12, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann

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Is 30 Minutes of Exercise a Day Enough?

Posted on April 11, 2022 by Jim deMaine

By Gretchen Reynolds in the NYT. For anyone interested in the relationship between exercise and living longer, one of the most pressing questions is how much we really need to stay healthy. Is 30 minutes a day enough? Can we get … Continue reading →

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1000+ units, 2 more towers, a 747 fuselage, a music venue and a Trader Joe’s – at Stewart and Denny (not 9th Ave!)

Posted on April 10, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Jeff E.

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Meet the 1,300 librarians racing to back up Ukraine’s digital archives

Posted on April 10, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P. By Pranshu Verma in the Washington Post A public library damaged by shelling in Chernihiv, Ukraine. (Olga Korotkova/AP) In early March, two weeks into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Carrie Pirmann stumbled upon a website dedicated to Ivan … Continue reading →

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Touring America

Posted on April 8, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Paul T.

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Northwest Coast Art – fraud and theft

Posted on April 8, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ed M.

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Tchaikovsky’s house destroyed by Russian army in north-east Ukraine

Posted on April 6, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ann M. so alerting us. So sad. Click here for the story.

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A message from the Ukraine Library

Posted on April 6, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary Jane F.

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Past, present and future

Posted on April 6, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C.

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Patient booster scheduling for UW Medicine

Posted on April 6, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Al MacR. To schedule your second booster, please call 844.520.8700. Appointments are available at UW Medical Center – Montlake, UW Medical Center – Northwest, Harborview Medical Center, Valley Medical Center, and UW Medicine primary care clinics. We also … Continue reading →

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