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How to deal with troubling thoughts

Intrusive thoughts are a common and disturbing symptom of anxiety. Cognitive behavioural techniques can help by Nick Wignall published in Aeon Jasmine came to see me in therapy because she was worried that she was going to kill her newborn daughter. … Continue reading

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The least and the most

Thanks to Sybil-Ann

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Zoom – Understanding Ventilators & End of Life Choices During COVID-19

You can register below and get a link to join the Zoom meeting sponsored by the Washington State Health Advocacy Association. The meeting starts Monday at 11 AM. I’ll be talking about ventilators and ICU care among other aspects of … Continue reading

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Dealing with self isolation

Thanks to Put B. for sending this along.

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The weakened CDC

In a highly unusual move, the respected British journal, Lancet, weighs in with an editorial critical of the White House’s response to the pandemic

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Some local implications for the re-opening big picture

You may have seen the recent news articles on the invisible mucus droplets emitted during speech, and how long (8-14 minutes) they can hang around in the air in poorly ventilated spaces (such as elevators without fans running). Here are … Continue reading

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How to livestream Town Hall events

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Looking for a book about Motherhood?

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A gentle reminder

In talking to others, we seem to be noticing some relaxing of the use of social distancing and the use of face masks by residents in IDL. As you probably read, even the White House with daily testing has had … Continue reading

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Seattle skyline

Tuesday night view from West Seattle, looking NE. Our 26th-floor observation deck was very comfortable Friday night; ought to be perfect this weekend. Cushions are out but, alas, restoring the shade sail is delayed until June because we didn’t get … Continue reading

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Did you remodel?

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TONIGHT: Locke, Bono at Virtual Civic Cocktail!

Thanks to Mary Jane F.! To help keep you informed and engaged during this stay-at-home time, Seattle CityClub is partnering with Town Hall Seattle and Seattle Channel to present Civic Cocktail as a free, live, digital event! Grab a beverage, a bite, and a comfy seat in your own home as … Continue reading

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Irish ducklings and the cat

Thanks to Rosemary W!

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Waiting

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Is the coast really clear?

Thanks to Barb W.!

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Aren’t babies amazing

Click here if you need a hug! https://www.facebook.com/barricae/videos/10156625182707924/ Thanks to Alice and Joe

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Absolute timing

Thanks to Gordon G!

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WA seems past the peak pandemic

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Limerick from Skyline

Here’s a great one from Ann A. Where’s yours? I hear limerick writing is easy.The very thought is making me queasy.My friends know where it’s at,They have it down pat,For them it is totally breezy. How can they all be … Continue reading

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Skyline.Notices 4/16/20

Giveaway Val got fingernail polish for her birthday – three colors: purple, golden yellow, and rosey red. Would anyone like to try them out? Just let Val know: vlynch14@gmail.com Announcement There hasn’t been much to announce in these notices in … Continue reading

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Shut in to shut out the threat – Kaiser Health News

Thanks to Barb W.

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The views

Also, I’ve been writing some short pieces for Medium.com lately. Here are the free links to them. https://medium.com/@william.calvin/post-pandemic-times-ad832f040094?source=friends_link&sk=8845b6997be862691591748cbc4009f5 https://medium.com/@william.calvin/lessons-from-the-choir-the-science-behind-cloth-face-masks-76248d18bf0e?source=friends_link&sk=b4a9c4243c446c3f700146af0837cee9 https://medium.com/@william.calvin/facing-up-to-the-climate-crisis-78b899f15c15?source=friends_link&sk=811b31e171413976924db09e55fcb4e2 Remember that our roof deck has walking room.

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What if ……

Thanks to Don P. for these thoughts. What if … ❤️❤️❤️ So they have canceled the rest of the school year, students are going to miss 2.5 months of education. Many people are concerned about students falling behind because of this. … Continue reading

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Babies in masks!

Thanks to Marilyn DiB!

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Bird song opera

Thanks Barb W!

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