THE reward for the work you do, whether inside or outside the home, lies in improving somebody else’s quality of life. Kristen Reidel brought home that point when she Wrote me a 1 enter, and gave me a very special holiday season gift. “1 was reading the newspa- per a few weeks ago,” she said. “And I came across your arti- cle entitled, ‘Find a bottom line that reaily matters.” It was like a jewel. “1 enjoyed it so much that T cut it out and put it in a fold- er where | keep many trea- sured articles, poems and sto- ries. “Often, when Fam a little depressed or in a bad mood, I open up that folder and read the gift money matters same real- ze what really matters, and I better. Thank vou tor writ ing such a wonderful article.” In that column, | reminded readers how important it is to savor and sure the passing scenery of life as we journey toward our various objectives, both personal and financial. Financial = planning — is important, but what really counts is your quality of life — something we all need to remen especially at this “Having my GM car inspected by anyone other than GM Goodwrench Service would be ke going to the dentist for a physical.” Inspection 1 39 ube, Oil & Filter - quality GM oil fitter and up to 5 litres of GM Goodwrench Premium motor oil”. cnassis lube. Cocling System Service - pressure test system and check for feaks, mechanically flush system and replace coolant, check radiator, hoses, cap and heater operation. « Tire Rotation « 50 Poini Safety Inspection - including check of fluid levels, U-joints, rear axle, rear suspension, front suspension and steering. exhaust system, front & rear brakes. oil leaks, lights. horn and more (see dealer for complete list) «$139.95. Shop and environmental charges included. Taxes extra. Dealer may sell for less. Limited time offer "Excludes synthet«: cits and diese! engines FJ Goodwrench Service 4 =Regency GM 985-6333 or 985-0063 1160 Marine Drive north shore BUSINESS f qual 7. time of vear, T phoned: Reidel to thank her for taking the time and making the effort to Write fo me, Twas parucularly delighted to discover sie’s 15 and (good news for the newspaper busi- 61 ROR FRE: | Si RO IO Rews ty nessiaver the last coupue of years has started: reeding the Paper “from cover te cover.” Reidel ws interested 4: drama and coaches eve site has been a gymnast since she was three Her dad manages a grocery Wednesday. December 24, 1997 — North Shore News — 45 store, and her mua werks part-tune in the bbrary. Another thank vou alse came ata special ume. A vous, protessional woman whose husband had died recently sent inte a fan to say how much Thad helped with her tinances, The tax arrived hours atter my mother died and brought much-needed comtort. Sa, whether or net vou have done all veur gitt shopping. add these iremis te veur fist: Do something, however small, to improve somebods else’s qual ity of dite. And teh these vou care about or appreciate just: how vou feel Fhese are gitts: the recipients Wi —- Co HRSA LOTY IES INI ST