I read the article about Klipsch eagerly [“Klipsch artistry,” December 2021]. His legacy is well known to those of us who graduated from New Mexico State University, particularly the engineers. He was a generous donor to the school where he earned his bachelor’s degree, and NMSU’s electrical engineering school bears his name.

D. Phrogphile, via email

The meaning of Christmas

Your “A festive season” article [Editor’s note, December 2021], contained interesting information about Hanukkah and Kwanzaa and the winter solstice. However, the reason behind the existence of Christmas was sorely lacking in information or celebration.

This [holiday] is called Christmas because it is named for Christ. Jesus was born in Bethlehem (probably in the spring, as you stated) and the world has never been the same.

Perhaps you might reconsider for next year and give homage to the founder of the holiday we are celebrating. Or at the very least equal treatment with the other holidays you mentioned.

Cindy Shaefer, via email

Editor:

We received several similar comments and want to assure our readers that it wasn’t our intent to emphasize one December celebration over another.

Give Kids the World Village

I was so excited to see Give Kids the World Village featured in the December issue of the Costco Connection [“Hope in illness”]. We were privileged to go to GKTW Village in 2013 for my daughter’s Wish Trip. It really is one of the most amazing places I have ever visited. The outpouring of love and generosity we experienced, from the whimsical grounds to the wonderfully equipped villa, with countless volunteers and staff members ready to help with any need, still brings tears of gratitude. I hope to go back as a volunteer when time and travel allow.

Karen Brockhage, Vancouver, Washington

Little Free Libraries

During the early days of COVID, my fitness club closed down, so my main exercise became an hourlong walk through my neighborhood. I discovered that there were four Little Free Libraries [“Sharing good books,” November 2021] on my walking route. I looked forward to seeing what wonderful literary treasures I’d discover. I also enjoyed “pollinating” these libraries with books from other free libraries or books that I was going to discard or donate. These libraries help me maintain my physical and mental health during those uncertain dark times.

Gene Wong, Camas, Washington

Prayer power

Thank you for including the interview with Sarah Young in the November 2021 edition [“The power of prayer”]. It was uplifting and enjoyable to read, and especially pertinent in these times.

Doug Adams, Whitefi sh, Montana

Correction

In an ad on page 96 of the December Costco Connection, the image of Mucinex DM 56ct (Item 1562581) incorrectly shows 1200 mg guaifenesin and 60 mg pseudoephedrine HBI. The correct ingredients are 1200 mg guaifenesin and 60 mg dextromethorphan HBr.