SECTION | up fo : holidays PAGE C15 FASHION AVOID ALL THE RUSH Prepare for Christ DO n't miss out! Closing Dec. 31 All stock must go. Please come in and nave a goodbye chat with \ Irene and the girls , apparel |1o 987-9722 3151 Edgemont Blvd. Mon 105, Tues Sat 9 30-5 30 ae December 12, 1984 Newsroom 985-2131 events. ARRY GR But just as often the Christmas rush 1s just that — a whirl of expense, unwanted partying, crowds, and bom- bardments of advertising. It means extra loneliness and stress for those who are not part of the stereotypical ex- tended familv, and that com- prises a good many people in today’s fast-paced and mobile society. Christmastime, with all of its attendant ups and downs can be prepared for emo- tionally by those hkely to be affected by 1. A little relaxa- tion can help you cope better and even to enjoy the appeal- ing aspects of this heady season. Resolve to make a gift list early, set a spending limit, and stick to ut. Shopping ear- ly is probably the best way to avoid the hurried, crowded feeling, bul some people en- yoy. breezing through the stores at the last minute Choose what you like best Or vou can avoid the stores iy Ye CHRISIMAS ts) a time when people can be over come by stress. loneliness and depression, instead of expenencing the yoy on tended tor the season But there are alternatives, which writer Larry Green points oul NEWS photo lan Smith 13th 2 ror 1 $9 95 value STEAK & PRAWNS ‘ye Strdonty Soteak ane A TSteaded draws Serve vadthy borer hi bres Reserve now for New Year's FE ve Wegaatoar Mere WMaqpestae BMetr en blue $h 95 tobe on) $11 95 “ oa oN b i ae Scare 987 S812 mas emotio THE HOLIDAY season 1s the time of vear which has many different meanings for each of us. It represents cheer, goodwill, renewal of faith, and hope. It brings with it social gatherings, family reu- nions, exchanging of gifts, and once-a-year festive altogether by taking advan- tage of one old-fashioned system that Is enjoying a great rebirth in the US. — catalogue shopping. Many lifestyle and fashion magazines feature catalogue services, or ads trom catalogue companies, as early as August to sérve the Christmas market. Delivery, wrapping, and gift cards are usually included While going about your Christmas activities, resolve to take some time off. Talk with a friend, go to a movie (December 1s one of the big- gest months for new releases). Get outdoors, catch up on reading or pursue a new or favorite hobby Resolve to take time for yourself, and to remember that no one can do everything Concentrate on what you do best. be it baking, organizing a gathering, of decorating Resolve also to do one thing at a time, while vou re scouring the stores, don't start worrying about the tree or the cards Don't pul things off Make alist of chores, af necessary stick ta it, ahd emyov the feelupe oof Satisfaction as vou crass oft the Completed lens Resobse tot te cation dritik FOOD nally your troubles away. When you go tO a party, take nib- bles and stop after a few. If someone insists that vou eat something, take it on your plate and leave it untouched Keep your alcohol con- sumption moderate. You can always drink soda water or soft drinks to be a part of the scene. And never drink and drive. Take a taxi instead, or ask a friend to drive you home, if necessary. Resolve to consider your personal traditions, and whether they are worth conti- nuing. Usually people feel bound to the usual office par- les, reumions, or out-of-town vacations, without examining if that is what they really en- yoy now. For most, there is no way to avoid co-workers or relatives, so the answer is to make the best of them. And there are worse things tn the world than staying in town for once over the holidays Perhaps you can _ leave gatherings early, offering a polite excuse and declining to amphify it. If the staff party always makes you feel claustropho bic, Ofganize an outing for a restaurant that caters to par- ties instead Resolve never to feel guilty of used over a change of habits, and don't be made to feel intimidated by othe CC hrasteas ona! whose annual fave for things See page C3 Save up to 60% Wall Tile boda baltert cb at {vere ey ce 2 "tte ye ’ 59° dy tt 75: sq ft ‘ , $105 sqft Mosaic Tite « Floor & Wall * Seow. Glazed SMA tm A de . Brgy » vehuny Mernras hake id on “SMALL Serres ‘eo cabin Alf uqeccges a Creat” ‘ Sete , a eT TS syt 65° ea $1 49 oq ft $2 45 sq ft $2 50 aq lM Mosaic Tile + Unglazed - +. °* “EARTHTONES'’ st aN ose t Indoor Floor Tite © Sen warn. wa ake ar ov about ou mandy other ha re t VOW 403 9 980 2218