Category Archives: Education

How we read

Posted on March 7, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Diane S. I cdnuolt blveieetaht I cluod aulaclty uesdnatnrd waht I was rdanieg. Thephaonmneal pweor of the hmuan mnid Aoccdrnig to rscheearch atCmabrigde Uinervtisy, it deosn’t mttaer in waht oredr theltteers in a wrod are, the olny iprmoatnt … Continue reading →

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Bending the Arc (now available on Netflix)

Posted on March 6, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: Thanks to Mary M. for letting us know about this documentary now available on Netflix. Paul Farmer who recently died at age 62 was a pioneer in bringing health care to the poor. He was also the subject … Continue reading →

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Rights and Responsibilities

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann

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Breathe no evil or See no evil – Masks in schools

Posted on January 31, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary Jane F.

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UW language guide says ‘grandfather,’ ‘housekeeping,’ ‘spirit animal’ are ‘problematic’ words

Posted on January 25, 2022 by Jim deMaine

From Fox News by Adam Sabes. Thanks to Ed M. for sending this in. Ed Note: How much does our everyday language have historical bias against those of color, those with disabilities or those with a different sex identity. At … Continue reading →

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The joys (and challenges) of sex after 70 and beyond

Posted on January 15, 2022 by Jim deMaine

The New York Times Magazine takes on this little talked about subject in a lengthy article written by Maggie Jones who is a contributing writer for the magazine and teaches writing at the University of Pittsburgh. She has been a Nieman … Continue reading →

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Asking directions in Latin

Posted on November 18, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to my grandson who took 4 years of Latin at Garfield High. The YouTube video comes from a site called polymathy. Who speaks Latin anyway?

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Good morning. Is it time to start moving back to normalcy?

Posted on November 13, 2021 by Jim deMaine

From the New York Times. Thanks to Mary Jane F. Ed note: I think in some sense we’re all beginning to adjust to whatever the new normal is. We’re not sure yet, we’re uneasy, but COVID will recede into the … Continue reading →

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Memoir by beloved resident Thaddeus Spratlen

Posted on October 27, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Alice M. for bring this to our attention. Knowing Thaddeus, this will be a true success story in a sea of racism where the storms continue. Journey Up from Down South describes what struggle, resilience, hope, and family … Continue reading →

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Third world engineering

Posted on October 3, 2021 by Jim deMaine
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What it takes

Posted on July 12, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ann M.

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“Ask The Doctor” episode #6 – about Medical Aid in Dying

Posted on June 21, 2021 by Jim deMaine

At 11 AM on Tuesday 6/22, if interested, you can watch a live interview of Jim deMaine by Michael Hebb, the founder of End of Life Collective. The topic will be Medical Aid in Dying (MAID), often called Death With … Continue reading →

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Ask The Doctor

Posted on May 23, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Several folks have asked for more information about “Ask The Doctor.” The weekly 11 AM webinar will take place again this Tuesday the 25th of May at 11 AM. Watch on the link below if you get a chance. Here … Continue reading →

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Irrational Covid Fears

Posted on April 21, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: Have you “herd” this? Perhaps in our restricted community of fully vaccinated people, it’s time to start lightening up a bit. A great place to start would be to remove the now unneeded barriers on our dining room … Continue reading →

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An 89-Year-Old Sharpshooter Takes Aim at India’s Patriarchy

Posted on March 20, 2021 by Jim deMaine

By Shalini Venugopal Bhagat in the NYT The 89-year-old woman stood in the courtyard of her home in northern India and picked up an air pistol. She tucked her pink head scarf securely into the waist of her long skirt and … Continue reading →

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A physician talks about the benefits of meditation and mindfulness — to our lives, immune system and mental status

Posted on March 5, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Do you know the science of the benefits of mindfulness and meditation is exploding exponentially. Please take time to listen to this physician present her experience with this in her life and her practice in anesthesia and intensive care. Her … Continue reading →

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The Tibetan Calendar

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ann M. Each year, the Tibetan Nuns Project sells a wall calendar through our online store. Our 2021 Tibetan Nuns Project calendar is available for order now. The Tibetan Calendar vs. the Gregorian Calendar The Tibetan calendar is thousands of … Continue reading →

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Eight ways the world could suddenly end

Posted on December 30, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Gordon G. This TED talk was about seven years ago. One of the predictions was about a pandemic!

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Test your knowledge

Posted on December 2, 2020 by Jim deMaine
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Estate planning – this Wednesday

Posted on November 16, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Barb W. ———- Forwarded message ———From: People’s Memorial <director@peoplesmemorial.org> Sponsored by King County Library System     Estate Planning with Aging Parents   How will you manage family finances and assets when your parents are unable?     … Continue reading →

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Alex Trebek, Longtime Host of ‘Jeopardy!,’ Dies at 80

Posted on November 9, 2020 by Jim deMaine

By Katharine Q. Seelye At a restaurant several years ago, a stranger went up to Alex Trebek, the longtime host of “Jeopardy!” and as strangers often did, tried to stump him. “The American flag flies here 24 hours a day, every … Continue reading →

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Inventions by women

Posted on September 20, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Donna D! People don’t realize all the things that were invented by women.  Here are just a few!  1.  The Car Heater Margaret A. Wilcox, born in 1838, was one of the first women mechanical engineers. She is … Continue reading →

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Free workshop on building resilience

Posted on September 19, 2020 by Jim deMaine

From my daughter’s friend I hope this finds you well!  I’m writing to invite you to participate in a free virtual workshop series I’m launching in October, called Building Resilience for Life.   Has it felt hard to hold all … Continue reading →

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