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Best Answers- Answer for "What is directly across the Pacific Ocean from Seattle?"Using 47°36' N Latitude and Google Earth to find the appropriate landing point on the Asian continent you appear to arrive on the coast of Sakhalin Island, part of Sakhalin Oblast, a federal subject of Russia. It appears to be a mainly rural area of the curved coast that is NNW of Dolinsk (because of the shape of the lower part of the island). […]
- Answer for "Is there less sodium in food that is home cooked? "Most any kind of processed food has loads of sodium in it, especially the instant-type meals you're talking about. Sodium acts as not only a flavor enhancer but also a preservative. So to make food that has had all the natural flavor processed out of it palatable and extend shelf life, it needs ridiculous amounts of salt. This is where Americans get mos […]
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The Best Credit Unions in Seattle
I am dumbfounded. Gobstopped. Shocked. I kid you not. Paul Constant, who had reached an “impasse” with his bank, asked for recommendations for a local credit union. So, I’m thinking out of the fire into the frying pan. Who could … Continue reading
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A Quick Guide to Foreclosures in Seattle & King County
There are a lot of foreclosed house on the market and more are coming. It’s a sad thing but the natural result of a spectacular housing bust combined with a lousy economy. If you are interested in the statistical details … Continue reading
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Free! Recycling Computer Parts in Seattle & WA
If you are tired of using that old computer tower or monitor as a doorstop and want to get have it re-used or recycle it responsibly, Seattle provides many alternatives: E-Cycle Washington is an amazing site for recycling information in … Continue reading
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7 Reasons Not to be an Organ Donor
There have been a series of organ donor “scandals” over the years. Most of these are the stuff of urban legend where people wake up in a bath tub and find a kidney missing. More serious versions have involved highly … Continue reading
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Self-Defense for Women in Seattle
This week we have experts answering questions on self-defense. Finger Games wanted a place that was focused on and empowering for women. The following were recommended across the board: Feminist Karate Union. Seven Stars Women’s Kung Fu. Both places have a … Continue reading
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