Monthly Archives: January 2024

Alzheimer’s Association Education

Posted on January 31, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Alzheimer’s Association Education Third Wednesdays, 1 – 2:30 PM The Memory Hub,1021 Columbia St., Seattle Hosted by the UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center February 21: Managing Money: A Caregiver’s Guide to Finances March 20: Understanding Alzheimer’s & Other Dementias … Continue reading →

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Dextronormative oppression

Posted on January 31, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: A sinister plot?? By Steve Clifford – thanks to Ed M. Serving on non-profits boards, I was obliged to attend DEI training sessions. Among other things, I learned that assimilation was cultural genocide. I then cursed my immigrant … Continue reading →

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Trump’s COVID life threatening infection

Posted on January 31, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ed M.

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Remembering the courage of Fred Korematsu

Posted on January 30, 2024 by Jim deMaine

By Eugene Lee – Special to The Seattle Times Today, several states across the nation will celebrate the legacy of Fred Korematsu. Although the Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution is not recognized in Washington state, I urge everyone to … Continue reading →

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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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World view

Posted on January 29, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P.

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The “Boys” in the boat

Posted on January 28, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Seen on the 12th floor credenza. Arranged by Janet M. Thanks to Ann M.

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OOPS! — Again…….and again……..and………

Posted on January 27, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Sad times for a great company!

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What will be the impact of Parkshore at Juanita Bay in Kirkland on Skyline and Parkshore in Seattle?

Posted on January 27, 2024 by Jim deMaine

There is a new venture by TA coming to the Eastside: “A Life Plan Community (also known as a Continuing Care Retirement Community or CCRC) offers the security of knowing you’ll have care options, at reduced and predictable rates, if … Continue reading →

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What’s your refuge?

Posted on January 27, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P.

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Takeaways from New Hampshire

Posted on January 26, 2024 by Jim deMaine
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Uh-oh

Posted on January 26, 2024 by Jim deMaine
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Q&A: UW expert on the rise and risks of artificial sweeteners

Posted on January 26, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ed M. Alden Woods UW News Call it the sweetness paradox. In grocery stores across America, foods that were once saturated with sugar now contain none — yet they taste just as sweet.   The secret is an assortment of … Continue reading →

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How to (and not to) boost your immune system

Posted on January 25, 2024 by Jim deMaine

KATELYN JETELINA AND DR. ANDREA LOVE Thanks to Ed. M. The rumor mill is hot with ways to “boost your immune system” this viral season. Legitimate and illegitimate claims on prevention and treatment are entangled on social media and massive podcasts (cough, … Continue reading →

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The desire to become first among equals

Posted on January 24, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P

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A practical proposal

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Jim deMaine
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Parking at the Olympic Tower

Posted on January 21, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Jamie Q.

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Thoughts about retirement

Posted on January 21, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary Jane F. Ed note: Isn’t it nice to have all this time to laugh at ourselves!?

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Letters to a young poet

Posted on January 20, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P.

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When the World Feels Dark, Seek Out Delight

Posted on January 20, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: Can we look at the delights in our lives? Our friends at Skyline? A smile from the staff? A greeting in the dining room? Some help with your computer? Coffee with a friend? A ride to an event? … Continue reading →

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Why have kids anyway?

Posted on January 18, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Bob P.

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At 93, he’s as fit as a 40-year-old. His body offers lessons on aging.

Posted on January 17, 2024 by Jim deMaine

By Gretchen Reynolds – Thanks to Tim V For lessons on how to age well, we could do worse than turn to Richard Morgan. At 93, the Irishman is a four-time world champion in indoor rowing, with the aerobic engine … Continue reading →

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How to Thrive in an Uncertain World

Posted on January 15, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Joan H. By Maggie Jackson in the NYT Ms. Jackson is the author of “Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure.” A close friend’s daughter was getting married in the pandemic summer of 2021. “We can’t invite friends … Continue reading →

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What if a dog had a blog?

Posted on January 15, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Tim B.

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HB 2166 – establishing a POLST registry and certified DNR bracelets/medallions

Posted on January 13, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Ed Note: I was contacted (see below) today by the Washington Seriously Ill Care Coalition about good news on the legislation moving to a committee hearing on the 16th. I plan to testify and have submitted my comments and the … Continue reading →

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