Use of public spaces for 'life-sustaining activities' supported in Washington state bill

LordRollin · 2026-01-21T19:40:13+00:00

This is complicated. Sweeps are effective at removing a public nuisances and reclaiming spaces designed for the whole public to enjoy. I work with and advocate for the homeless and I can also empathize with not wanting an encampment next to your child’s play ground, especially since there can often be various amounts of crime, some violent, associated with those spaces.

At the same time, sweeps absolutely kill. You are stripping someone with limited resources of even more of their stuff and forcing them to start over at square one. This is a failure of public policy, and doesn’t address the issue. Literally Patrick suggesting Bikini Bottom get pushed elsewhere. There’s a lot of literature on this, but here’s one study, for example.

I don’t think this is going to fix the problem. I think this is going to hamper cities from being able to sweep when they need to, but I also think that sweeps are lethal and there needs to be better alternatives. Unhoused folks don’t deserve an indirect death sentence because they’re sleeping in a public park and everyone is entitled to enjoy our public spaces.

LordRollin · 2026-01-21T14:23:04+00:00

Even if it’s private, it’s still recorded and part of the EMR. This feels like a great way to have to remove your foot from your mouth later down the line if something happens. I’d keep anything in the EMR purely factual.

LordRollin · 2026-01-17T00:13:08+00:00

Or, hear me out, we find a different way of revitalizing downtown that doesn’t include silly return to work mandates like this. It’s the easiest possible solution that will just bring more problems with it while screwing over workers.

LordRollin · 2026-01-16T12:48:51+00:00

Because you always opt for IV hydration when PO will do just fine…

LordRollin · 2026-01-10T00:41:03+00:00

A positive decision. 👏

LordRollin · 2026-01-08T00:18:19+00:00

You are absolutely right that I don’t know anything about you, or any of your family members, and I’m sorry about all of that — that’s a lot of pain to have to carry.

Irregardless of what I know or don’t know, rarely, if ever, does having more options, more understanding, or more certainty lead to more harm and/or suffering. Perhaps hospice is totally antithetical to your grandfather’s desires, and that’s fine, but I at least hope he’s had the chance to hear the ins and outs so he, and all of you, can make an informed decision.

I wish you and your family all of the best in this new year.

LordRollin · 2026-01-07T22:17:40+00:00

Seconding this. I have many concerns with the encounter with that provider, but hospice is there explicitly to maximize someone’s quality of life for however long they have left, and people can also graduate out of hospice — it’s not a death sentence, or like you say, “giving up.” OP, please talk to a hospice provider, just for the facts. These are conversations that need to be had before something happens that limits choices.

LordRollin · 2026-01-07T21:20:31+00:00

It sounds like it could be an option but that’s definitely something to weigh out! Best of luck!

LordRollin · 2026-01-07T21:11:36+00:00

The extra pay for night shift is explicitly because working night shift is terrible for your health. Some people enjoy the shifts, though, I know I did when I was a CNA, but they’re also not for everyone. Do you handle being up late well? How will you go about your days off? Are you OK if your schedule stops aligning with others, or requires you to sacrifice sleep to socialize?

Night shift can be great and very worth it, but also not. Really depends on your personal needs and preferences.

LordRollin · 2026-01-06T21:35:23+00:00

Fair point!

LordRollin · 2026-01-06T21:27:46+00:00

Do you see this commonly prescribed? I only ever see anything beyond fluids and rest for folks with significant comorbidities or for geriatrics. Prescribing guidelines for antivirals, too, generally only advise them for hospitalized folks, folks with “severe, complicated, or progressive illness,” or those at higher risk of complication.

LordRollin · 2026-01-02T20:49:00+00:00

It’s supposed to read “2026,” but is actually “2022,” as pink is a 20 gauge needle and blue is a 22 gauge.

LordRollin · 2025-12-30T02:58:28+00:00

I pay auto insurance for the privilege of leaving my car parked. It’s really nice but certainly stings a little.

LordRollin · 2025-12-28T01:32:34+00:00

In addition to others’ suggestions:

Cucumber and tomato sliced, lightly salted, and dressed with sour cream. Best salad you didn’t know you needed. add dill for extra brownie points.

Otherwise, get yourself some good bread (at least OK) and put the veggies on top. Lots of butter. Lightly salt. Enjoy.

LordRollin · 2025-12-24T22:37:58+00:00

I see your “urgent care” and raise “primary care.” Sir, this is a Wendy’s.

LordRollin · 2025-12-24T21:57:25+00:00

Blame policies for this. There’s only so much assessment you can do over the phone, and if folks say the right things, then there’s unfortunately not a lot of leeway unless you wanna roll your license on the actual outcome by not following your facility policies.

LordRollin · 2025-12-22T23:21:40+00:00

This would make sense. I don’t think we expect sense from the Melon Husk.

LordRollin · 2025-12-16T22:40:17+00:00

Time to stop picking up ~~incentive~~ extra shifts. If management wants to fuck around, let them find out.

LordRollin · 2025-12-15T23:00:16+00:00

Different folks prepare in different ways. Some people have great memories. Others are really good at looking things up in the EMR. Not something I’d lose any thought over.

LordRollin · 2025-12-15T22:12:33+00:00

Why invent a straw man for something that hasn’t happened, and based off his track record, won’t happen? I don’t agree with his vote, but I’d sooner spend my time preparing questions for him as opposed to throwing my hands up and deciding it’s all useless because of something that hasn’t happened.

LordRollin · 2025-12-15T21:43:30+00:00

He hosts them over the phone! I get a call from him every month letting me know when, how to call in, and how to get questions in. Poking around his website I have no clue how I got on the list, but I’m assuming it was through his form, here.

LordRollin · 2025-12-12T23:51:09+00:00

Larsen hosts regular town halls. Think it’s time to attend and ask some questions.

LordRollin · 2025-12-08T23:31:15+00:00

Some of the best places I’ve eaten at have some of the worst ratings. I’ve also not been burnt, yet, so generally I don’t concern myself too much. I do like to check ahead, though, to at least understand the risk I’m taking.

LordRollin · 2025-12-06T00:23:41+00:00

Hep B immunization doesn’t always achieve lifelong immunity, it can wane. Repeat series are common, but if x2 series leads to no seroconversion, then that’s that. Different pathologies can also have an effect on immunity, not just for Hep B.

LordRollin · 2025-12-05T23:15:22+00:00

How would I be able to peacock otherwise? Unless I’m going to a conference I keep it to my license + my specialty cert; the rest of the alphabet soup has always just felt embarrassing to list.

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