steven lait
On Costco going global
“Expanding frontiers,” your September cover story on the genesis and growth of Costco, was a joy to read. I especially liked perusing its timeline from ’83 to present. My husband and I married in 1983, lived in Southern California and shopped at Costco often. Everything we’ve ever purchased at Costco has been excellent quality and wonderfully priced. Thank you for 40 years of service. And thank you for the hundreds of $1.50 dogs we’ve wolfed down. Keep up the good work!
Bettina Whippie, via email
Love of learning
Thank you for the September article “A sweet new year,” on Rosh Hashana. I have no Jewish heritage or connections, but learning about other cultures builds understanding and civility, and I found the story interesting and enjoyable.
Gordon Down, Kamloops, British Columbia
A moving letter
Thank you for running “Move it to use it” in your August issue. It was written by a licensed psychologist who promotes exercise for children’s mental health. My husband and I used to be wildland firefighters and our favorite saying was, and still is, “Move it or lose it.”
It doesn’t matter what age, being outdoors, exercising and connecting with nature is the best prescription anyone could ask for—and it’s free.
Kristi Sullivan, Chino Valley, Arizona
In praise of Costco’s funeral supplies
When my sister passed away, her funeral was very expensive. Thank goodness for Costco [“Honoring memories,” August 2023]. We saved $1,500 on a casket, and we were able to choose one in her favorite color, blue. Costco delivered in many ways, and it also gave us peace.
Pat Dolen, Denver
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