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Category Archives: Remembrances
God bless those who keep us safe
Thanks to Margarete B. From the California Highway Patrol: There are some stories that truly speak to the heart and retired Ohio State Trooper Bob Welsh’s touching poem, “My Christmas Eve”, is certainly one of them. With his permission, we … Continue reading
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Remembering Tom Gibbs, a Titan of Seattle Infrastructure
By Doug Macdonald published in Post Alley Ed note: A good friend and colleague of Tom’s has written more of his story and sent this along to Skyline. What a marvelous legacy he has left. Do we all understand that … Continue reading
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Our “last generation”
I think this is one of the best nostalgia + essays I’ve received. If you were Born in the 1930’s to the mid 1940’s, You exist as a very special age group. You are the smallest group of children born … Continue reading
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Only a Dad
BY EDGAR ALBERT GUEST Only a dad, with a tired face, Coming home from the daily race, Bringing little of gold or fame, To show how well he has played the game, But glad in his heart that his own rejoice To see him come, and … Continue reading
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As Afghanistan peace talks progress, WA continues to suffer losses in America’s longest war
For 18 years Joint Base Lewis-McChord has played an essential role in a war that has been forgotten by many Americans. by Kevin Knodell from Crosscut / May 27, 2019 Last week President Donald Trump’s envoy to Afghanistan, Zalmay Khalilzad, briefed U.S. senators in a classified meeting. Khalilzad, … Continue reading
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The funeral as we know it is becoming a relic — just in time for a death boom
By Karen Heller April 15 (in the Washington Post – thanks to Frank C for sending this in) Dayna West knows how to throw a fabulous memorial shindig. She hired Los Angeles celebration-of-life planner Alison Bossert — yes, those now exist — … Continue reading
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To boost your self-esteem, write about chapters of your life
From Aeon: “In truth, so much of what happens to us in life is random – we are pawns at the mercy of Lady Luck. To take ownership of our experiences and exert a feeling of control over our future, … Continue reading
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Route 66 – Get your kicks!
From Savingplaces.org: While it’s not the oldest automobile highway in the United States, Route 66—a National Treasure of the National Trust—is likely the most enduring highway in America’s public consciousness. “The Mother Road,” as it’s often called, represents a significant … Continue reading
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Veteran’s Day – honoring those who served
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“Patriotism is the exact opposite of nationalism” – Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron denounced nationalism Sunday at a ceremony commemorating the end of World War I, in a pointed rebuke at some world leaders, including President Donald Trump, sitting just feet away. “Patriotism is the exact opposite of nationalism. … Continue reading
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Loving Legacy Video
At a conference today I met the owner/filmmaker of Seattle based Loving Legacy Video today. He noted, “Your kids don’t want your stuff, they want your stories!” Connect generations of your family members Have a profound impact on your life … Continue reading
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They came in the night – the all-female bomber regiment of the Soviet Air Force
From Aeon: “During the Second World War, the Soviet Air Force initially barred women from serving in combat. That was until October 1941 when the pilot Marina Raskova personally convinced Joseph Stalin to deploy the world’s first all-female air force … Continue reading
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StoryCorps and the human voice
From Wikipedia: StoryCorps interviews usually take place between two people who know and care about each other. They can be friends, family, or mere acquaintances. A trained StoryCorps facilitator guides participants through the interview process. At the end of each … Continue reading
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Barack Obama honors John McCain
Wonderful memorial tribute by President Obama.
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Meghan McCain tribute to John McCain
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Remembering the Queen of Soul
A four-day celebration of Aretha Franklin begins today in her hometown of Detroit. Her funeral will take place on Aug. 31. “R.E.S.P.E.C.T. As a Black girl in segregationist Virginia, I did not yet know “feminism” or “Black power” but I … Continue reading
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Getting old is a state of mind according to Flossie Lewis
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A place for hope
It’s been a while since Barbara Bush, former First Lady of the United States, passed away in the spring, but a lot of people still are living on the hope she bequeathed to them. Throughout their long lives in the … Continue reading
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A Skyline birthday
From Mike Caplow: “Several Skyliners assembled for dinner with Bruce Parker and two of his daughters on July 9, 2018 to celebrate his 95th birthday. A lovely dinner, beautiful table decorations and an amazing cake from Madison Park Bakery. Bruce … Continue reading
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Nagasaki Survivor Visits Hanford and the “Home of the Bombers”
An 81 year old survivor of the nuclear bombing of Nagasaki becomes the first visitor to Hanford. One of his wishes is to have the history of the suffering and the survivors part of the history of a new National … Continue reading
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Two classics, one car
From Gordon Gray: “How about posting this one for inspiration? Came from Margarete Biermanski, herself an inspiration!”
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Remember how crazy we were in the 60’s?
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Vietnam commemorates 50th anniversary of My Lai massacre
Ed note: We all remember the tragedy of My Lai and the horrible images of violence against women and children. But if it happened to us, could we forgive and look for peace and reconciliation? There’s much to be learned … Continue reading
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“So about that Space Needle time capsule…”
I was fortunate to visit the Space Needle in 1962 on my first visit to Seattle – what a thrill to have a drink in a rotating restaurant! Apparently there was no thought of a time capsule until 1982. From … Continue reading
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