Living

"THIS is the book I'm most proud of," says author Francis Mansbridge.

REGULAR readers will know we're a long time fan of Quails Gate wines, so it was with some interest that we learned from owner Tony Stewart some time ago, that he was looking to broaden his horizons possibly in Australia, New Zealand or elsewhere.

NORTH Shore Keep Well Society's Andy Demeule leads a fitness class at Lonsdale Quay during the fourth annual North Shore Keep Well Week, recognized by all three North Shore municipalities, Sept. 26-30. Info: www.keepwellsociety.ca.

New North Shore organization serves victims of abuse

AS I stroked Piper's ears while he lay sleeping with his head on my lap it donned on me that my dogs have been sleeping more than usual. I remembered how they used to curl up on their beds after a walk but still remain alert to what was going on.

GIANT trees surrounded me as I wove along the dark ribbon of rich single-track soil. On a sharp turn I eased over a log and started the steep ascent, constantly shifting my weight to adjust to the challenging trail.

HOW would you like to earn $5,400 an hour tax-free, even if for only a few minutes? I can't guarantee that pay rate every time. But the experience I just had illustrates an approach that can pay off over and over again.

Gregory Stevens knows a thing or two about performance. Before he started managing the investment portfolios of his West Vancouver clients, Greg was part of a NASCAR pit crew and frequently found his way into the driver's seat in Formula 2000.

What colours are in fashion this fall season? Excited in Edgemont Dear Edgemont: From what I have been hearing ladies want and need some colour in their fall wardrobe. Lucky for you, colour is in the air.

Building a small business selling toys is hard enough. Building one that shuns the latest passing fads takes some real commitment. That's what Pat Gallaher has. His Edgemont Village store, B.C.