Eid eine ee SS Gea abe BET om Oe Chae | Central || | | Gifts all | Grand Opening Li by Stephanie Wiebe ignore minor crimes, getting used ‘to the fact that nothing will ever be exactly where you last put it, and that there are a few safe but bizarre hiding places you can still use (like explosive-resistant vaults). You enforce borrowing limits, set office hours for the use of the bathroom, and are even willing to share a vehicle. You are a mature adult, and the fact that they use your shampoo does not upset you as much as it once did. Just because they are young and can use any shampoo without affecting the appearance of their hair, and you need this special one because, well, face it, your hair is just not what it used to be, you're not going to let it ruin your day. Never mind the fact | that you have iettered "DO NOT USE THIS" on the label, or that you must control your breathing © in the shower so as not to hyperventilate with rage when you notice the low level in the bottle — the small bottle that cost nine dollars at the salon. phenomenon occurs. They grow. a From babyhood to adolescence, they play with toys. But one day, your favorite blue comb goes missing. Suddenly, you notice your wallet has been rifled through, and the sacred "peace" button from the good old days is gone. Soon after, your brow acquires a tiny furrow. You might purchase a small, expensive bottle of cologne, only to find one day that it’s half- empty and your darling offspring smells familiar. The new T-shirt you paid far too much for has mysteriously been worn and has a chocolate stain on the front. (And you don't eat chocolate.) This is the beginning phase of the Empty Nest Syndrome, although the nest feels pretty full at such moments. Your irritation is building, but the young criminals feel no remorse. After all, it’s their house, too, they say. This is the crucial spark to the E.N.S. flame: It was your house, you’ve shared it with them, and now it’s sheir house, too. Fatal mistake, It’s the same method the government uses to collect taxes from your income — they just assume it belongs to them, and take it. It has been reported to me by a _ Teliable informant, that the "Empty Nest Syndrome" is a myth. E.N.S. is the period in a parent’s life when the children leave home and the parent has a difficult time adjusting to the change. The theory goes, that parents have invested so much love and attention in their children, that when the recipients .Of all that energy and affection leave, the home has an "empty" feeling and the. parents are left with no purpose. My experienced informant says, "pfstfst!" on that theory — the "Empty Nest Syndrome" is nothing more than simple shock. For those of you who question this controversial new premise, you must think about the stages of life that people go through. Falling in love, marrying, and becoming parents are the typical first steps taken by potential E.N.S. victims. Once the children invade the house, an interesting all day Saturday ’ Oct. 20th Wy A NEW location, a NEW look! ; Life goes on. You are ae mellowing through the passing - 7 years, and what the heck, it’s a only shampoo, right? This is a (le dangerous time in the life of an elle E.N.S. victim. Just when you’re Co Be CO O vulnerable, the full effect of the oad syndrome hits: Suddenly, they are gone. They might phone, drop in Phase two: you adjust to the invasion in your life. Yes, you love these children, but not enough fo share each belonging at their every whim. 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This is the final stage of E.N.S.: shock. Nobody will eat the last banana, nobody rumpled your T- shirt, and nobody needs the car tonight. The years of invasion are a rosy period from the past — TAURUS Indications are favorable for advancementi inoc- : * 9 : Apr.20-May20 —_-cupational matters. Additional responsibilities go where did the time go? Your life q along with added prestige and progress. is your ow’ again, and you can GEMINI. . Creative and speculative fields in your life are enjoy your children and your | May 21-June20 = stimulated. Beautiful aspects would indicate ex- gtandchildren from a happy a ; citing adventures on the romantic path. distance. You are an autonomous CANCER Enjoy the peace and harmony to be found in your eat Sune21-July22 domestic surroundings. Open the door and’ individual who can do whatever | share with others, you please. : LEO Family and community affairs could find you on If the shock doesn’t kill you. July 23-Aug.22 the road making important contactsto promote . aworthy cause, } VIRGO Financial matters are of primary concern. Where Aug.23-Sept.22 joint assets are involved, keep all parties fully af informed of theincome and outgo. a) LIBRA Chances are good that you'll find yourself very Yo U Ng ster Sept. 23-Oct.22. active in group associations and in friendly gath- erings—quite happily sol! rr d . SCORPIO An older family member presents an intriguing [ nj | re i Nn Oct.23-Nov.21 story of mystery and romance. There's probably . e ; a good dealoftruthtoit, p ark | n | ot Other in-store SAGITTARIUS Keep the friendly lines of communication open. g CAPRICORN _Your ambitious approach to professional matters A three-year-old girl was only . Dec. 22-Jan.19 brings social prestige and financial security with- slightly injured when she ran into ‘ : ‘ e . inreach. Domestic conflicts ease up, F] : Cc Free coffee & goodies AQUARIUS Individuals connected with institutions of high- the path of an oncoming pickup truck in the Skeena Mall parking lot last Saturday. The incident occurred at about 3:15 p.m. when the girl and her mother left the mall via the west parking jot exit and the girl ran ahead of her mother into the cross- walk and into the path of the on- coming vehicle, Terrace RCMP constable Don Oldham says police have determined there was no way the driver of the vehicle could avoid striking the girl, who was transported to Mills Memorial Hospital by ambulance following the accident and later released.