Category Archives: happiness

That twinkle

Posted on June 7, 2021 by Jim deMaine

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Reverse bucket list

Posted on April 25, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Gordon G. And to all those (still living) who tried this list. Keep scrolling down for more)

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Never say “can’t”

Posted on April 25, 2021 by Jim deMaine

An inspiration from Donna D.

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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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Time (almost) to start hugging again

Posted on March 13, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann After the pandemic be sure to start hugging again! Why? Because hugging is practically perfect. · It helps the body’s immune system. · It cures depression. · It reduces stress. · It’s rejuvenating. · It has no unpleasant side effects. · It is … 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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What makes a good life

Posted on February 24, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Fascinating Harvard study of 724 men over multiple generations

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Parting is such sweet joy

Posted on January 22, 2021 by Jim deMaine

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Coping with COVID stress

Posted on January 15, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Emerald Heights for this link

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The Seattle Freeze – did you experience this?

Posted on December 6, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Is it true? Are we unfriendly to newcomers in Seattle? There is a history of this over the past 100 years! I think that Skyline and other CCRCs have done well in bucking that trend. Check out Knute Berger’s video … Continue reading →

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Life is to be enjoyed

Posted on November 28, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Yvonne P.

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These amazing people

Posted on November 5, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks Sybil-Ann! These people are amazing. A GREAT MESSAGE

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Five Great Things Biden Has Already Done

Posted on October 30, 2020 by Jim deMaine

by David Brooks in the NYT Many of our best presidents have been underestimated. Truman was seen as the tool of a corrupt political machine. Eisenhower was supposedly a bumbling middlebrow. Grant was thought a taciturn simpleton. Even F.D.R. was … Continue reading →

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Coping amid disaster: How we can mentally prepare for a pandemic winter

Posted on October 2, 2020 by Jim deMaine

From KUOW by Kim Malcolm and John O’Brien This week marks six months since Washingtonians were directed to the stay at home amid the coronavirus pandemic. The changes have affected all of us. Dr. Kira Mauseth is a practicing clinical … Continue reading →

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Smiles

Posted on September 21, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Marilyn W!

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STARS for tots

Posted on September 19, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Gordon G. Bringing smiles and memories.

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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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The Benefits of Talking to Strangers

Posted on August 5, 2020 by Jim deMaine

By Jane E. Brody in the New York Times. Thanks to Put B. for finding this. I’m a lifelong extrovert who readily establishes and relishes casual contacts with people I encounter during daily life: while walking my dog, shopping for groceries, … Continue reading →

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I am the flag – Jimmy Wledon

Posted on July 3, 2020 by Jim deMaine

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What would it be like to hear for the first time?

Posted on April 23, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Gordon G!

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A gift of Spring – on our deck

Posted on April 8, 2020 by Jim deMaine

We were delighted today to find 4 eggs from the happy finches nesting in this fir tree on our deck. New life highlights the joy of the season.

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Need some smiles?

Posted on February 6, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Smiles and love – click here. From Donna D

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Skyline’s virtual walk in the land down under begins Monday!

Posted on February 1, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Please consider participating in our walk in Australia. Starting this Monday, February 3rd we will celebrate this amazing country (as well as empathize with their current extreme hardships). During February there will be Australian movies, music, food and even wine … Continue reading →

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When Life Throws You Curveballs, Embrace the ‘New Normal’

Posted on January 22, 2020 by Jim deMaine

By Jane E. Brody in the NYT, thanks to Donna D for finding this Just when I needed it most, I learned a valuable life lesson from Lynda Wolters, who has a cancer that is currently incurable, diagnosed just after her … Continue reading →