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Many in our country believe that the only reason President Trump avoided assignation during his 4 years in office was because the person or persons capable of doing an illegal act like that are members of his base. After hearing the chants of “Hang Mike Pence” on TV January 6th 2021 during the assault on the US Capital, I believe many more citizens in our country may now realize that too.
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Robin Craft
December 6 at 5:38 PM · I have been wearing a mask every time I go out in public. I’m not sure why being considerate to others for the common good is now being mocked by some who are calling it “living in fear”, but it needs to stop!!!... When I wear a mask over my nose and mouth in public and in the stores/Supermarkets/Pharmacies/Offices - I want you to know the following: *I'm educated enough to know that I could be asymptomatic and still give you the virus. *No, I don't "live in fear" of the virus; I just want to be part of the solution, not the problem. *I don't feel like the "government controls me". I feel like I'm an adult contributing to the security in our society and I want to teach others to do the same. *If we could all live with the consideration of others in mind, the whole world would be a much better place. *Wearing a mask doesn't make me weak, scared, stupid or even "controlled". It makes me caring and responsible. *When you think about your appearance, discomfort, or other people's opinion of you, imagine a loved one - a child, father, mother, grandparent, aunt, uncle or even a stranger - placed on a ventilator, alone without you or any family member allowed at their bedside.....Ask yourself if you could have helped them a little by wearing a mask. I am inviting you all to copy this and post it on your wall as your post if you agree with me. Thank you Robin, we will. |
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Ballard Recreation Center 1963 Seattle Park Department Champs
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The old Zesto's building and currently closed down EL Camion Mexican Restaurant had a small fire. The lot was sold for over 3 million dollars in 2016 to developers who plan to build a 5 story 60-unit apartment building.
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Classmate, Class Reunion Committee Member and lifelong friend Bjarne Varnes lost his battle with cancer. He passed away on July 17th 2020 after a recent stay in the hospital. Bjarne was unique, quick-witted and a very gifted and humorous character that seemed to fit in well with everyone. We enjoyed working with him during our reunion committee meetings and to a number of us had the pleasure of sitting in with an occasional glass of wine, a fine cigar and Barnes terrific sense of humor. He will truly be missed by all and our hearts go out to his surviving family. Rest in peace old buddy, we will always remember you. |
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Prediction:
There will be a minor baby boom in nine months and one day in 2033 we shall witness the rise of the QUARANTEENS. |
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Just to set things straight!
The funny bone isn’t a bone; it’s a nerve. Catgut isn’t made from cats; it’s made from sheep. French Fries were invented not in France but in Belgium. Koala bears aren’t bears; they are marsupials. A ten gallon hat holds only about three quarts of liquid. And lastly; all sales in a used record store are vinyl. Oh, that one was bad! |
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This is Greg Doering Class of 66. I wanted to share this with my classmates. I don’t have the skills to post it to web site, but hope you feel it should be there. Much more to the story I’d be willing to share at a later time. Whidbey vet opens up about his 50-year journey to find peace. Please copy this address below and paste it into your broswer if you wish to view this article. https://www.heraldnet.com/life/whidbey-vet-opens-up-about-his-50-year-journey-to-find-peace/ |
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It has come to our attention that the motorcyclist who was killed by a wrong way driver Friday, October 18th on 520 was classmate Steve Meuter. Steve had retired a short time ago from his position as Ketchikan Plant manager for Alaska General Seafood’s. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Steve's family during this time of sadness. He will truly be missed and remain in our thoughts and prayers from this time forward. |
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PICNIC INFORMATION
Sally Jo Clayburn, (Nardone) 22128 Paradise Lake Rd. Snohomish, WA 98296 206-949-1299 |
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Valor in Iraq was published 06/09/2019 by Amazon on the 14th anniversary of Daniel Chavez's death in Iraq. Please help support Ballard High School scholarships buy purchasing our classmate Jerry Smith's new book Valor in Iraq "The Daniel Chavez Story." Thank you. |
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From Greg Doering class of 1966.
I would like to share my recent published work. Story can be googled at “Hill 512 The Man in the Moon”. It has some gruesome imagery, so not interesting to all audiences.
It is written from my heart as a naive nineteen year old young man that found himself in combat.
Copy this address and post it into you browser. https://cherrieswriter.com/2018/10/02/the-man-in-the-moon-guest-post/ |
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Steve Clark has passes away sometime in the early days of March 2019. |
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Based on available observational evidence, deciding the fate and evolution of the universe have now become valid cosmological questions, being beyond the mostly untestable constraints of mythological or theological beliefs. But we do know there is not a method to control time itself and when our own time on this Earth comes to an end it has its own mythological or theological beliefs. One thing for certain is that we will be leaving everyone behind with conscious minds full of reasoning, remembering and wishes of having more time together. The first two of these mind challenges will be accepted in time but more time together can only happen while one is still alive. Please spend more of your time with those most important to you now, though your wishes may still remain, comfort will assist you in your everlasting thoughts. It is with great regret and sadness that we must announce to you the passing of Evelyn Pedersen Stewart today June 30, 2018. Evie was dealing with health concerns when the Angels came for her. She was surrounded by family and friends at the time of her passing. Where to begin? Evie was a prominent member in our Ballard High School Class of 1966. She not only involved herself in all of our class reunion planning’s but she was the one responsible for installing thoughtfulness with the concern for others in all of our reunion plans. She had too many social gatherings among friends and relatives to count (where she did all of the wonderful cooking). She was defiantly the queen of gathering when there was a need for all of us to get together in one place for a common purpose. She knew most everyone and most everyone knew her. She had a continuous smile that was warming and welcoming to all whom she encountered. She took part in many activities and reached out to many of those who were in need. We will all miss her dearly and pray that someday we will meet up with her again. The Class of 1966 Reunion Committee |
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King 5 Documentary played May 31, 2018 Copy Link & post on your browser https://vimeo.com/273569946 Stuart you are still our class of 66’ pole vault champion! |
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Voices of the Vietnam War:
Curtis Thompsons’ Story It has come to our attention that classmate Curtis Thompson shares his memories of serving in the Vietnam War. KCTS9 is continuing to air a 2-1/2 minute trailer behind regular programming about Curt that includes a short video of him with his wife, Diane. This KCTS 9 video is part of a larger series of local stories featuring people impacted by the Vietnam War. The promotional series is being produced in conjunction with the airing of The Vietnam War, a 10-part, 18-hour documentary film series directed by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick. The program features testimony from nearly 80 witnesses, including those who fought in the war, those who opposed it and civilians from both sides who have lived with the consequences. The first episode airs on Sept. 17, 2017 on KCTS 9. Veteran Curtis Thompson shares his memories of serving in the Vietnam War. https://kcts9.org/programs/ |
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I has come to our attention that along with Tim Fiorito & Sharon Springob, Valery Shearer & Gary Kaldestad, Mike Jacobson & Kathy Hanson, Vicki Clouse & Lyle Morse It gives us great pleasure to announce that Kathy Gauld & Greg Teufel also went to prom together, became married and are also, as with the others, still married today. Congratulations! |
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May 25, 1925 ~ January 27, 2017 Stan Boreson, a veteran Northwest entertainer, musician, humorist and television personality, died on January 27, 2017. He was 91. Stan was a contributor to our Ballard High School class of 1966 30 year reunion video presentation. Go to the bottom of "Stories and Videos to see Stan's video. In true Stan Boreson style, he would have wanted to end with a joke...so here goes. Lena calls the newspaper and asked to speak to the obituaries. "This is the obituaries, what can I do for you?" "I would like to put an ad in your obituaries." "What would you like to say?" "I'd like to say, "Ole died." "Just two words... "Ole died?" "Yeah, well he did." "We have a special this week...five words for a dollar. For the same amount you can have three more words. Is there anything else you'd like to say?" "In that case," Lena said, "I would like to say, "Ole died boat for sale." |
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on the Discovery Channel's "Most Deadliest Catch" is now retired and has become a floating museum. Through numerous video screens aboard the boat, tourists will experence the thrill of actual fishing operations in the Bearing Sea. They will see what made crab fishing the most dangerous profession on Earth. The Sea Star leaves the Ballard locks on Thursday, May 17th. 2007 for Ketchikan, Alaska. NEWS FLASH! The Sea Star is back in town. It is now open for tours at Fisherman's Terminal at the South West end of the Ballard Bridge on dock #9. If you get the chance please stop down. Mention that you went to school with Gary Stewart and they will give you a very special tour. |
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This has taken them five years of dedication and love for the hydroplanes that we grew up with. In fact, many of us had pulled home made replicas of the Miss Thriftway around the streets of Ballard by string attached to our bicycles. Today, June 7th 2007, Steve Payne and Stuart Jones with crew successfully launched the "Miss Thriftway" onto Lake Washington. They made five three lap passes at speeds up to 120 mph. In a single word to recap this historic event........... WOW! |
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