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If for squirrels, why not for us?
Thanks to Sybil-Ann The bridge, across Olympia Way near Civic Center circle, has attracted international attention and is now a local landmark. The Nutty Narrows Bridge was built in 1963 by a local builder, the late Amos Peters, to give squirrels … Continue reading
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Say adieu to “adieu”
Thanks to Mike C. Ed Note: This one is for Wordle geeks. Interesting start to improve your game in 2024 with a clean “slate.”
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My Jewish Charlie Brown Christmas
By James Poniewozik in the NYT Ed note: Today Dec 17th is the last day this 30 minute classic will be available for free on your apple device. Just go to the Apple TV+ web site and find the link there. … Continue reading
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Don’t Waste Your Money: How to watch ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’
Ed note: Today December 17th is the last day that Apple T V+ is making this classic available for free (see below). Sad that it will no longer be shown on the usual TV networks. (WHTM)– For the fourth year … Continue reading
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Journal of Aid-in-Dying Medicine
Medical journals and research have not dealt much with death and dying. The interest has mainly been in literature, art and poetry–and more recently in laws that deal with medical aid in dying. In the last several years there has … Continue reading
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Gate A-4 by Naomi Shihab Nye
Thanks to Jan H. for finding this YouTube link so we can listen to the poet
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Becoming Agents of Change
Thanks to Mary M and Pam P Arab-American poet Naomi Shihab Nye recalls a transformative, unexpected occasion of generous acceptance: Wandering around the Albuquerque Airport Terminal … I heard an announcement: “If anyone in the vicinity of Gate A-4 understands … Continue reading
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God’s beautiful creation
Thanks to Ed M.
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And on the first day ….
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How to promote good posture and avoid becoming hunched over
Computer use may be accelerating our tendency to become more stooped over as we age From the Washington Post (thanks to Marilyn W.) Has standing up straight become more of a challenge? A hunched-over, forward-leaning posture — called hyperkyphosis — is more … Continue reading
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Smile, you were once young and poor
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Congratulations to Skyline Residents – a Wonderful Year of Giving!
Thanks to the EAF leaders and crew for a very successful campaign to recognize our incredible staff at Skyline.
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Norman Lear: On My 100th Birthday, Reflections on Archie Bunker and Donald Trump
By Norman Lear Mr. Lear, a father of six, is an Emmy-winning television producer and a co-founder of the advocacy organization People for the American Way. News update: Norman Lear died on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023, at his home in Los Angeles. He … Continue reading
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View of the economy
Thanks to Mike C. Ed note: Many are still feeling the pinch of prices in the stores, mortgage rates and costs at the gas pump: see Despite cooling inflation, many costs rising for Seattle residents. This may help explain why … Continue reading
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Freeway Park Twinkle Twinkle- Friday at 4:30 PM
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Wildlife photography
Thanks to Bob P. Wonderful pictures. You can even vote for the best one! Click here to view: https://www.nhm.ac.uk/wpy/peoples-choice
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