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Years ago, my father told me, “Son, there are many things you can do with your life to earn a living. But the trick to a good job, one that you are happy with, is doing something that you find interesting and personally rewarding. If you do that and stick with it, you might not make millions, but you will live a happy and fulfilling life.”

The Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce will recognize the contributions of several community members at a gala evening next month, A Toast to Scotts Valley. The night will feature food, awards presentations, entertainment and live and silent auctions.

Driving through northern Canada and Alaska some years ago, I was struck by the amount of litter and trash I encountered. The striking terrain and natural beauty all around made such clueless disregard seem particularly onerous.