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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
Remembering a day in infamy
From historian Heather Cox Richardson
Posted in Government, History
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Quirky Clothesline Creatures Saunter Across Helga Stentzel’s Landscape Illusions
Thanks to Mary M. A wooly sweater returns to its material roots in the latest creatures to spring from Helga Stentzel’s clothesline menagerie. The London-based artist captivated audiences last year with her whimsically strung farm animals that appeared to put old shirts and … Continue reading
Posted in Art
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Bread delivery boy in Cairo
Thanks to Sybil-Ann Ed note: Even though the video appears to be speeded up a bit, it’s still pretty remarkable.
Posted in Uncategorized
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Relationships 2.0: An Antidote to Loneliness
When you go to a medical appointment, your doctor may ask you several questions. Do you smoke? Have you been getting exercise? Are you sleeping? But rarely do they ask: are you lonely? U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy believes we are suffering … Continue reading
A Neurologist’s Tips to Protect Your Memory
A new book by a renowned brain expert says there are a few simple things we can do to prevent memory decline as we age. As we age, our memory declines. This is an ingrained assumption for many of us; … Continue reading
Posted in Dementia, Health
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Extreme heat will change us
Thanks to Gordon G. who notes “Time to buy property in Wash. or Maine, along the shore, but about 20 feet above sea level😐!” What levels of temperature can the human body endure? By 2050, nearly half the world may … Continue reading
Posted in environment, Health
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WHAT IN THE WORLD HAPPENED TO THE SUPREME COURT?
The conservative movement’s decades-long pursuit of the judiciary is now paying off. By Linda Greenhouse Click here to read this article in The Atlantic.
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Drop, Cover and Hold?
Thanks to Gordon G.
Posted in environment, Safety, Science and Technology
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U.S.A. the Envy of World After Ten Billion Dollars in Campaign Ads Changes Almost Nothing
“When you imagine what you could do with ten billion dollars, you immediately think of building new roads or schools,” a citizen of Montenegro said. “But America’s roads and schools must be in excellent shape, if they can afford to … Continue reading
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France to require all large parking lots to be covered by solar panels
Thanks to Pam P. In France, solar just got a huge boost from new legislation approved through the Senate this week that will require all parking lots with spaces for at least 80 vehicles – both existing and new – to be … Continue reading
Posted in Climate, environment, Science and Technology
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National Family Caregivers Month!
Ed note: The communication below is from the Conversation Project. November is National Family Caregivers Month. Visit the Caregiver Action Network’s resource page to learn more about this year’s theme #CaregivingHappens, find resources, social media toolkit, stories, ideas on how … Continue reading
Posted in Aging Sites, Caregiving, end of life
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The Complete List of Trump’s Twitter Insults (2015-2021)
Thanks to Mike C. Click here for these quotes from the past that we’d all love to forget. As a political figure, Donald J. Trump used Twitter to praise, to cajole, to entertain, to lobby, to establish his version of … Continue reading
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Veteran’s day history – Heather Cox Richardson
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National Veteran’s Day concert from the National Cathedral
Thanks to Bob P. (Note: the concert will be at 4 PM Seattle time) National Veteran’s Day is an opportunity to honor those who have served in the Armed Forces, celebrate their indomitable spirit and triumph over adversity, and recognize … Continue reading
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9 Ways to Celebrate World Kindness Day (2022)
Thanks to Pam P. Between the “Be Kind” graphic T-shirts in every department store and Harry Styles crooning his signature reminder to “Treat People With Kindness,” the concept of kindness is rather trendy in our current climate. But kindness goes … Continue reading
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Why are Republicans telling voters they want to cut Social Security by a third?
By Alicia H. Munnell Improving benefits for the low paid is a noble goal, but all but the very wealthy need the benefits in current law. Why in the world would Republicans put out a plan to dramatically cut Social Security? … Continue reading
Medicare Advantage or Just Medicare?
Ed note: Most people are happy with their Medicare, whether “Advantage” or not. I’ve had excellent care under both. It should be emphasized though that the Federal government (your money) pays a premium to privatize Medicare in it’s array of … Continue reading
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The Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition this Sunday
Thanks to Mary M.: a non-ticketed free event for Opera buffs The Metropolitan Opera Laffont CompetitionWashington District Sunday, November 13Benaroya Hall | Nordstrom Recital Hall200 University Street, Seattle Competition beginning at 10:00 AM Additional Details: This is a free, non-ticketed event There will … Continue reading
And the results are ……uncertain.
Thanks to Mike C.