I couldn’t rescue it at the time, but it was super eager to follow people. If someone is looking for this cat I could provide more info.
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There will be no Yoga with Molly for the rest of the summer.
However there’s still Yoga with Janet. There will be one more yoga session this coming Wednesday
and that will be the last one for the term. We’ll skip a week and the new term will begin July 2nd. Here
is the info:
Day – Wednesday
Time – 10:30 PST
Place – NCRD in Nehalem
If you can’t join in person, you can still zoom in via the following link:
us02web.zoom.us/j/82315818270
See you there.
Brian
12k European Gold Miner’s Cut (hand cut and one of a kind), est. 1/3 ct. (although due to height, it may be more – it is not certified). Sits in a high-profile position with ornate filigree design. The ring is size 6 and platinum-dipped. The center stone is round in a detailed square setting, which highlights and accentuates the size, dimension, and sparkle..
This style ring is known as a “candlelight ring.” The Miner’s Cut is designed to catch and enhance low light. The photos do not do it justice; it is truly gorgeous. The European gold was dipped in platinum in the mid-70s and remains in pristine condition. It was professionally cleaned and inspected in May of 2025. It has been in my family since the early 1900s. Price is $3500 OBO. Serious inquiries only, meet up and exchange in a secure location. For those of you who like a back story, please read below.
As I mentioned, this ring has been in my family for over one hundred years. I’m also going to say the quiet part out loud and let you know this diamond is chock-full of conflict because “lab-created” didn’t exist back then.
My kin hails from West Virginia, and it was given to my maternal great-aunt in the 1920s by her betrothed ,who subsequently left her at the altar. Details are scarce because (I’m pretty sure) the entire story is considered a “skeleton,” one I was not privy to before my mother passed away. What I do know is that shortly thereafter, my great-aunt was committed to a mental institution and retained residency there off and on until her death (more than likely, just for being a “sad, cantankerous” woman, as was tradition at the time).
The ring’s history for the next 20 years is omitted from the annals; my theory is that it was recapitulating its sorcery after absorbing the calamity it bestowed upon my great-aunt. My maternal grandmother, her niece, did not wear it while married to my grandfather, although she did pass away relatively young. Bequeathed to my mother in 1960, she went against the mohair grain of 70s fashion trends and opted to wear this as her engagement ring in 1971. Alas, unknowingly, once it had a taste for relationship destruction, it could not lie dormant for long. We can blame young, ephemeral love, but I know the truth. Perhaps not fully understanding the ring’s potency, or perhaps blinded by extraneous and confounding variables, she gave it one more shot in 1978. I’m sure you can extrapolate what happened. Because it was her favorite marriage, although not the one that produced me, I won’t besmirch the memory.
Its sole purpose over the last 5 decades was to enhance my dress-up and play experience with my mom’s vintage wears, of which I still lovingly partake. A quick reminder that “you don’t stop playing because you grow old, you grow old because you stop playing,” and I advise that you throw on a fancy dress or costume as often as you can.
My mother passed away in 2013, and I’m her only child. I’m also a (social) scientist, and part of the reason I’m selling this is because I’m in my second year of grad school, and funds are very tight. I understand that correlation does not equal causation, and I also understand the law of averages. Harkening to my mother’s bohemian spirit, I, too, did not see the point of my partner spending 3 months’ salary on a ring when I had this stunning heirloom in storage. I rolled my eyes at the childhood talks of legends of curses and donned it in January 2024 after my Christmas engagement. But as I sit here and contemplate my failed engagement, generational curses, and how best to break the cycle for my progeny, while also attaining my master’s degree, the answer is clear: my loss is your gain.
Who should buy this ring:
– Collector
– Vintage Enthusiast
– Someone being pressured to propose who wants to let the powers that be make the decision for them
– Someone who wants to propose with a STUNNER of a ring and impress their betrothed’s whole family and friend group
– Grown-up Goth Girl
– 25+ Anniversary Gift
Who should NOT buy this ring:
-Anyone without cash or verified funds on hand
-Anyone asking to pay less than the listed price without an amazing offer
-Anyone asking to meet up in a private location or using someone else’s digital banking information
– Anyone with possible kin in Elkins, West Virginia, on the “Gilbert” side (just trying to protect you)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5oKlKeXWLQ
What happened to this sensibility during the last four years of unprecedented illegal immigration surging across our border?
Here is Biden ENCOURAGING folks to ILLEGALLY surge across our border. I say this was an impeachable offense:, and a HUGE reason Trump won:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYwLYMPLYbo
And then BIden’s denial: (note WH reporter pool, six-feet apart and wearing masks. We now know that was a psyop from the CDC/Big Farma/Big Banks, not science.)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RFsOWnnCeE
And now we have all this nasty deportation stuff that most of us KNEW WAS GONNA HAPPEN. THE IMMIGRANTS ARE GUINEA PIGS. THERE WAS NO COMPASSION INVOLVED WHEN THE BIDEN ADMIN LET THEM VIOLATE OUR BORDER! ENCOURAGED THEM TO “SURGE THE BORDER” EVEN. THE ELITE DEMS WORK WITH THEIR ELITE GOP FRIENDS TO DO THE BIDDING OF THE CIA-crowd, who in turn do the bidding of the billionaire class/bankers; THEY COULD CARE LESS ABOUT THE MIGRANTS. THEY ARE PAWNS TO THEM!
And here is long-form on how Biden’s Homeland security dept., American NGOs, and Israeli NGOs worked to funnel millions of illegals through the treacherous jungle known as The Darien Gap in Panama and then illegally into America:
rumble.com/v4aiwyl-the-210th-evolutionary-lens-with-bret-weinstein-and-heather-heying.html
SUPER DUPER IMPORTANT BONUS!!!!!!!!!!!!
And here is another angle on why the billionaires opened our borders as part of their divide and conquer operation (which is very much working). Other than the depressed wages that benefit the Koch Bros. types (chicken farms, etc.), this seems to be at the core of this issue for the super elite:
rumble.com/v6ukgjd-trumps-ice-crackdowns-are-a-deep-state-psyop.html?e9s=src_v1_ucp
Wherever one stands on the issue, it must be admitted that if we had our borders CLOSED like an actual sovereign country, if we only allowed legal immigration as per the law, we wouldn’t be in this nasty mess.
Wishing to invite all to the continuation of building community after No Kings.
At Bay City Arts Center on June 20th from 5 to about 7:15 our expanding community is gathering at the Arts Center for a night of fun, healing, and learning. We will be continuing to explore forms of solidarity and action. Free to all. Music-Singing-Storytelling-Poetry-a commemorative tree planting. Cuban guitarist…The Haiku champion from Neahkhanie Middle School will be offering some of his musings…
With your presence the barn gets built.
Any questions you can reach Jett Keyser at
jettkeyser@gmail.com
858-395-6423
The Native Plant Partnership (NPP) Coordinator will work closely with TEP staff and partners to coordinate the distribution of nursery inventory, apply for grant funding, track nursery expenditures, and plan for the future of the Northwest Oregon Restoration Partnership (NORP).
Please click on link for more information and on how to apply – www.tbnep.org/news/hiring-native-plant-partnership-coordinator/ or head to our website – www.tbnep.org.
Size Medium
Girth 27 – 32 in (69 – 81 cm)
Paid $54.95
Selling $35.00
This was too small for my dog so I purchased a larger harness.
Text 503-812-8325
Please email if interested. Nehalem
Please text 503-778-0174 if you are interested.
Making Visible the Invisible: A Community Conversation about Death and Dying. Applying the values of Acceptance, Belonging, Connection, and Legacy, Death Cafe is a co-generational gathering that aims to create a comfortable and open space for people to gather and discuss topics related to death, dying, and mortality and all that it is to be human navigating the most profound transition of our lives. It provides a platform for individuals to share their thoughts, fears, and experiences surrounding death in a supportive, non-judgmental, and safe environment. Adhering to Death Cafe’s mission, participation is free, although contributions to the Collective are accepted.
To learn more about Death Cafes: www.northcoasteolcollective.com/deathcafe
For the week of: 5/12/2025
What to expect this week:
• City storm pipe repair under Hospital Road. Hospital Road to be closed 5/14.
• Storm water system to be fully installed.
• Remainder of shingle roof to be completed.
Major milestones on the project:
• Final paving at HWY 101 storm crossing complete.
• All electrical switchgear has been delivered to the site.
• Ceiling grid inspection signed off in low roof area.
About the new Health Center and Pharmacy
• The new Nehalem Bay Health Center and Pharmacy project remains on schedule with substantial completion expected by September 8, 2025. The facility should be in
operation shortly thereafter.
• Tillamook County is one of the most underserved areas in Oregon in terms of dental
services, and by providing local dental care the new Health Center will be a major upgrade for the north coast.
• A number of Oregon foundations, including the Roundhouse Foundation, The Ford Family Foundation, the Autzen Foundation and the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust have generously contributed to the construction and outfitting costs of the new Health Center and Pharmacy. The support is very much appreciated.
Have questions?
• Email the Health District at: info@nehalembayhd.org
Call: Kevin McMurry: 503-753-1185, Jake Werger: 971-221-5958 or Marc Johnson: 208-866-6864
• Visit the District website: www.nehalembayhd.org
Together, we’ll identify challenges birds face in our own community and consider how to make the spaces we share with birds safer and more welcoming. There will be no shortage of fun for bird enthusiasts of all ages at this family-friendly event. Bring binoculars or borrow a pair of ours! No prior birding experience is necessary.
Guided bird walks will depart from the farm. One will begin at 10AM, and another at 11:30AM, following two route options: one on flat terrain and one that traverses up a medium slope to the upper riparian areas above Alder Creek.
If exploring over uneven ground isn’t your thing, join us at our ‘Big Sit’ station. Or visit the interpretive tables hosted by Hoffman Center for the Arts, Oregon Parks & Recreation, Seven Capes Bird Alliance, Haystack Rock Awareness Program (HRAP), Bird Alliance of Oregon, and the Wildlife Center of the North Coast.
Our 2025 event will be May 16, 17, and 18th with lots of fun golfing, hanging out by the burger tent, games, door prizes, and raffles. Which is where you come in!
We need volunteers to help us put on the event. We are looking for volunteers for the following times and events. If you want to enjoy the great outdoors and support a worthy cause we would love to hear from you. Please email manzanitaopen@gmail.com with the event(s) and time(s) when you can help.
5th hole marshals – help keep up the pace of play on the fifth hole:
– Friday May 16 3:30pm to 6:00pm (2)
– Saturday May 17 11:00am to 2:00pm (1)
– Sunday May 18 8:30am to 11:00am (1)
6th hole – closest to the pin
– Friday May 16 10:30am to 1:00pm
– Friday May 16 3:30pm to 6:00pm
– Sunday May 18 11:00am to 1:30pm
Chipping and putting contest
– Friday May 16 10:30am to 1:00pm (1)
– Friday May 16 1:00pm to 3:30pm (1)
– Saturday May 17 11:00am to 2:00pm (1)
Did you know that there are 123 local seats (School, Transportation, Fire, Ports, Health, Recreation, etc.) up for election this year?
Did you know that these boards control approximately $200 million in annual spending in Tillamook County?
Did you know that the Tillamook County Democrats are fighting to get candidates that will work for the safety and prosperity of EVERY citizen in the county into those seats?
Did you know that there are nearly 7,000 registered Democrats residing in Tillamook County?
Did you know that they outnumber registered Republicans?
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“The U.S. is in an information war with itself. The public sphere, where Americans discuss public issues, is broken. There’s little discussion – and lots of fighting. One reason why: Persuasion is difficult, slow and time-consuming – it doesn’t make good television or social media content – and so there aren’t a lot of good examples of it in our public discourse.”
A lot of what I’m reading and hearing seems like propaganda.
“Propaganda is anti-democratic because it influences while using strategies like fear appeals, disinformation, conspiracy theory and more.”
I think most people know that social media (now essential for social contacts) can be an unreliable source of accurate information:
“A lot of people use their social media connections and platforms to knowingly and unknowingly spread misinformation, disinformation, conspiracy and partisan talking points – all forms of propaganda.”
Social media sites employ rating systems to promote engagement.
“Social media platforms train users to communicate as propagandists: Recent research shows that platform users learn to express polarizing emotions like outrage through ‘social learning.’ Social media users are taught through app feedback – positive reinforcement through notifications – and peer-learning – what they see others do – to post outrage even if they don’t feel outraged and they don’t want to spread outrage.”
And so we end up using derogatory terms for those whose opinions we don’t like, and we resist any effort to understand their situations or credit them with any intelligence. I’m reading too much of that and the differences between sides seem irreconcilable.
I thought Kamala Harris was proposing policies to bring us together. Maybe there wasn’t enough time for the message to get through, or maybe we have just become so angry from all the propaganda that we’re not ready to resolve anything yet. I am hopeful the new Pope is a step in the right direction. He is in a position to influence possibly billions of people.
-Dave
