Re: (Column, Nov. 9)

While I have no doubt Laura Lavin was attempting some humour with this piece, I just found it disturbing. I am sure that most of us can identify with some of the peeves listed, however, I think overall it was rather self-absorbed to focus on all of these annoyances.

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Instead of counting our peeves and annoyances why not try counting our blessings. Show a little patience and understanding for others. Your life will be much richer for it and you will find those petty annoyances will rapidly disappear.

Kate Mansell

Metchosin