Author Archives: Jim Tanner

Men of Mt. Rushmore

Posted on August 1, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to MJ Francis

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Youngster Expressing His Feelings

Posted on July 30, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to Manya Drobna

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From Rifleman to Concertmaster, Stuart Canin Looks Back 90 Years

Posted on July 29, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to Bob Petersonn By Cristina Schreil Stuart Canin whips open the door to his Berkeley home and shakes my hand with the kind of solid clasp you’d expect from any lifelong violinist. While many in the Bay Area music … Continue reading →

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The Four Living Presidents

Posted on July 29, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to Mary Jane “MJ” Francis

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Not coming Soon Anymore

Posted on July 29, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to Janet Miller No need to wait any longer for the Italian restaurant “Coming Soon” at the Museum House apartment building across from the Frye. That sign is gone!

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This grandma fought for a bill to allow happy hour at retirement homes

Posted on July 29, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to Gene Carlson Anita LeBrun said she hoped to enjoy a drink with her friends, but it was also a matter of independence. Anita LeBrun spoke at a bill signing ceremony at Amira Choice in Champlin, Minnesota, on July … Continue reading →

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Woman and Three ‘Gym Bros’ Perform a Coordinated Dance on Treadmills

Posted on July 29, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to Bob Peterson for this Instagram post https://www.instagram.com/reels/DbBA4CUiGqM

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Jimothy, Seattle’s beloved raccoon, inspires art auction and raises over $12K for local food bank

Posted on July 24, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to Pam Peterson He’s been called a legend, a cryptid, and an internet meme, but whatever you call him, Jimothy the Seattle raccoon has undoubtedly skyrocketed to fame in the short span of a week.  Due to the shape … Continue reading →

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Spotted downtown on a World Cup day

Posted on July 24, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to Mary Montgomery

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Frightening. Is this Munich 1933?

Posted on July 21, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to John Roper Goebbels could not have said it better. “Fascism is the supreme expression of self-righteousness. It is the belief that one’s own group possesses a monopoly on virtue, and therefore has a holy duty to crush everyone … Continue reading →

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Narcissus Seeing His Reflection

Posted on July 21, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Ed.: Thanks to Janet Miller

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Neighborhood Notice of Public Meeting

Posted on July 19, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Found: this notice in the window of Coffee Tree on 9th between Cherry and James. July 23, 2026 @ 6 PM – 7 PM at the Harborview Research and Training Building at 300 9th Ave. Seattle, WA 98104 Room 109 … Continue reading →

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‘Animal rescue mission was like a Terminator film’

Posted on July 11, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to Pam Peterson Lewis AdamsEssex A former Royal Marine said the drone warfare he witnessed in eastern Ukraine was “like something out of a Terminator movie”. Paul “Pen” Farthing, from Dovercourt, Essex, rescued 194 animals from the front line … Continue reading →

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Life Support?

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks Pearle M It seems wrong to celebrate America when it’s on life support.  – New Yorker

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Apocalyptic Cost of Living

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to Pearl M

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Graffiti just spotted nearby

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to Mary M

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WA ‘millionaires tax’ lawmaker faces reelection challenge from the left

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to Mike C By  Jim Brunner Seattle Times political reporter State Senate Majority Leader Jamie Pedersen just finished steering the state’s new “millionaires tax” to passage, securing a seismic tax-policy shift long desired by progressives. You might think that … Continue reading →

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A New Democratic Voice

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Commentary by Heather Cox Richardson A wide range of Democratic voices are in the process of shaping new political language to move their party, and the country, forward. James Talarico is one of those new voices. On Friday, June 26, … Continue reading →

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Red State Breaking

Posted on May 15, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to Ed M. BREAKING: Pope Leo XIV Answers Barack Obama’s Call — And What Happened Next Left the Nation Silent Before It Rose in Applause Just hours after Barack Obama publicly urged Americans to come together in the fight … Continue reading →

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Inflation

Posted on May 13, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to: Ed M. This is a brief follow-up to my recent post about government statistics and economics — a post which proved, embarrassingly, to be timely. No sooner had the ink dried than the government announced that the inflation … Continue reading →

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AI Honors to Jim deMaine!

Posted on May 1, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Administrator’s note: There are opportunities to be authors, editors, and administrators of this blog. It will be a learning experience and adventure for us all.

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Take A Hike in the Andes

Posted on February 27, 2024 by Jim Tanner

Week 4 (and Last)

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Take a Hike in the Andes: a virtual walk

Posted on January 30, 2024 by Jim Tanner

The Fitness and and Wellness subcommittee is bringing back the popular Skyline Virtual Walk. Among the many “walks” we have taken in the past are the Oregon Trail, Route 66, and the Pacific Crest Trail. For those of you who … Continue reading →

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An Invitation to Gratitude: November 12-19

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Jim Tanner

From Your Fitness and Wellness Subcommittee When: November 12th — November 19th Where: Note from our chaplain: Mayo Clinic psychologist Matthew Schumann reminds us that expressing gratitude is brings a host of mental and physical benefits: feeling thankful can– improve … Continue reading →

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Skylines 9th Annual Book Giveaway!

Posted on October 18, 2023 by Jim Tanner

!Reminder! Collection: Collection Box Location: Under stairs across from the Cascade Dining RoomCollection starts: October 22nd, SundayCollection ends: November 6th, Monday Giveaway: Date: November 7th, TuesdayTime: 10am to 4:30pmPlace: Mt Baker Room Link to Poster

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