It’s October and school bells are ringing all over Southern California. And so are our phones. Teachers are calling American Tortoise Rescue asking if they can have turtles or tortoises for their classrooms. Our answer is always the same. No. Why? Because having one in your classroom or the schoolyard can be fatal to both your child and the turtle for several reasons.

1. Reptiles of all kinds can carry a disease called Salmonella. Salmonella is a bacterial infection that generally infects the intestinal tract and occasionally the blood stream. Symptoms include mild to several diarrhea, fever and occasionally vomiting. While most healthy adults show no symptoms of Salmonella even if they are infected, children under 5, pregnant women and the elderly are at risk of serious illness or even death from Salmonella infection. This is an immediate red flag to nursery school and grade school teachers considering turtles or other reptiles for their classrooms. A veterinarian told us that a teacher is a sitting duck for a lawsuit should any of the children in the classroom get infected. “Teachers know the risks, so if a parent were to sue for a million dollars (much more if the child dies), the parent will win.” It is not worth the risk.

2. Turtles and tortoises are quiet wild animals who prefer not to be in the company of humans, especially lively young children who shriek, overhandle and chase animals. Even when children are closely supervised, accidents can and do happen. Turtles get dropped, stressed out and die.

Most people have little factual knowledge about turtles and tortoises. What is very disturbing to us is that many schools already have turtles and tortoises as classroom “pets.” Turtles are wild animals, not pets. Even after we educate principals and teachers about the risks to children and the animals, turtles remain in close contact with the children. When there have been cruelty complaints filed with us about the poor housing and living conditions of turtles and tortoises in schools, educators still have refused to relinquish the poor animals. Cases in point – several Montessori schools in West Los Angeles and one school right here in Malibu – the preschool at Point Dume – Children’s Creative Workshop.

We pointed out to the workshop director the poor living conditions of an ornate turtle and a desert tortoise (endangered, by the way). They are housed with rabbits on sand, a living arrangement described by our vet as filthy and very dangerous to the turtles’ health. There is no groundcover under which to hide. Moreover, the director admitted that she had no state permit for the desert tortoise. More upsetting, the turtles had no water, a condition she said was “an oversight.” No water an oversight! If someone refused to give her water she probably would describe it in more drastic terms. We still do not have those poor turtles. We determined that the ornate was hideously miserable. They hate being exposed without grasses and placed to hide in pens.

So please parents, persuade your teachers to relinquish the turtles and tortoises to a responsible sanctuary like American Tortoise Rescue. Don’t let them expose your children to a serious illness. It can be a matter of life and death.

Susan Tellem

Marshall Thompson

Founders, American Tortoise Rescue

It’s that time of year again. We have an election coming up in just over two weeks, and there is no putting it off anymore. It’s time to try and hack my way through the official voter’s guide and try to make some sense out of the information that keeps coming, over the transom, by fax, mail, e-mail, newspaper, magazine, slate cards, gossip and, most of all, television.

It seems to me it used to be easier. A quick check and you’d know if you were for or against something. Not anymore. The political pros have gotten smarter. First, they do all sorts of sophisticated polling, focus groups, surveys. Then they research how your eye reads, they check out the potential endorsers for their Q factors and they put together a message that’s not so easy to spot by blending a little bit of left with a little bit of right. They blend a little bit of fiscal conservatism with a little bit of do-goodism, and it gets harder to figure out where you stand or, more accurately, where they stand. It’s no accident. Politics has become a very sophisticated business.

To get started, I grab the official voter’s handbook that every registered voter gets from the Secretary of State’s office. First, I check out the summary of the propositions, which is done by the legislative analyst, and since that office is bipartisan and usually fairly down the middle, you can generally assume that they’re giving you the straight scoop. Then I check to see who signs the propositions for and against, and their list of supporters, if they give it. Typically, if their supporters are the good-guy lobbies, like the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association, they’ll be listed. If no supporters are listed, it’s probably some industry group trying to hide their sponsorship. Next, I check out the League of Woman Voters analysis and read the material that comes to the paper everyday. Most of it, of course, is total baloney and tells only one distorted side of the story.

The most interesting propositions are what I call the “strange bedfellows” propositions. That’s where you find people who never agree on anything supporting the same proposition.

For example, Proposition 3, which moves the California presidential primary date, has an argument in favor signed by both Sen. John Burton, president pro tem of the Senate, a San Francisco Democrat and as left as you can get, and Bruce Herschensohn, on the other end of the political planet. If they can agree that something is good, it’s not just good, it’s stupendous and a must vote.

Then, I read the California Journal, which reports on state politics, and talk to my son Tony, who is an associate editor for the journal, covering the legislature, who generally knows all the best and most recent political gossip.

Lastly, I follow the local papers for the local issues.

So let’s start with the easy ones:

Proposition 1A

A $9.2 billion bond issue for schools. This one is long overdue. Per capita, we’re down there with Mississippi and Arkansas in what we spend for schools. An absolute resounding Yes if you care at all about California’s future, want class-size reduction and want to replace old, worn-out, dangerous school buildings. It first passed the legislature and was agreed to by the governor to get it on the ballot.

Proposition X

Another definite Yes. This is a local measure. It will bring $12,033,779 directly to the Malibu schools and will also ensure that we get a larger share of that State Bond money (Proposition 1A) to our town.

Proposition 3

Yes, let’s have an earlier California presidential primary. Maybe we’ll even get to have a say about who gets nominated.

Proposition. 4

Pam Linn’s doing the research on this one, and her comments will run next week.

Proposition 5

This is the hotly disputed Indian casino initiative. Speaking of strange bedfellows — the Las Vegas Casinos and, I suspect, several unmentionable Las Vegas interests, some unions, some very liberal Democrats, some very conservative Republicans and a handful of Indian tribes are against this initiative. To get that many diverse interests to agree, there must be lots and lots of money spread around with all of them getting their turn at the trough. In favor of the initiative are a bunch of independent Indian tribes who have been spreading around a few bucks of their own. I must tell you that Karen and I gambled at the Indian-owned Morongo Casino near Palm Springs and Karen hit the slots for a royal flush. That has absolutely not influenced my recommendation to you. But the way I see it, I have to choose between making some Indians rich or making the boys in some Las Vegas casino even richer. I think I’m going with the Indians. They’ve been screwed over so many times, it’s their turn for the sweet side of the lollipop.

I’ll finish the propositions next week. However, there is another very important and serious set of ballots and that’s the judicial races. It’s vitally important that everyone vote to retain all the Supreme Court justices and all the Justices of the Court of Appeal.

This election is a test of fire for our entire system of an independent judiciary. If justices and judges have to be constantly looking over their shoulders for fear they’re going to get dumped by some special interest group with a single-issue program, then we’ve all lost something very important. The irony is that Ronald George, the California chief justice, is a political conservative, and the group trying to purge him and others is also a politically conservative “Right to Life” group. Ron George is a very gutsy guy. He took a very principled stand on a particular case and also wrote the opinion, which he easily could have assigned to someone else. That takes both courage and character. He and all the other justices need our support. A vigorous Yes for all the Justices, and tell your friends.

Continued next week.

I would like to thank Sister Vianney for her lovely letter. I have been a vegetarian for over 28 years. I did not become a vegetarian because it was the latest fad, or health reasons. In fact, I was usually persecuted! Since childhood, I have always had a special connection with animals. Unfortunately, I was raised in an area where the children tormented animals — I was the one that was always there defending and threatening to call the police (this started at age 4). The animals, domestic and wild, would always come to me — my sister said that perhaps I was the reincarnation of St. Francis of Assisi (no offense meant to Sister Vianney or other Christians).

I know that Sister Vianney did not mean that only Christians should be more aware and try to become vegetarians. I am Buddhist – even the Buddha favored the vegetarian diet. To quote the Buddha Nichiren Daishonin, “. . . meat, fish nor fowl touch my lips. . . .” Many of my Jewish friends are vegetarian and I know vegetarians who say they are atheist! Whatever belief system — the bottom line seems to be respect — everything/animal/plant/human, etc. has the Buddha condition — enlightenment, or — God within.

I certainly thought that the human race would enter the 21st century a bit more aware and be the protector of animals and the environment. The abuse of living beings unfortunately is still quite prevalent. It seems that greed and power as well as ignorance and anger creep into people’s lives leaving pollution. Greed brings about famine, anger gives rise to war and ignorance leads to pestilence. The Earth and all the creatures upon it — our universe — could certainly use more aware humans to help! By the way, animals are not only slaughtered daily for food, but used needlessly for entertainment, medical research and clothing. In our new high tech world, there are many materials that can be used in place of animal fur and hide as well as better ways for medical research. Wonderful substitute meat meals are also available. Animal acts are quite distressing when one knows what goes on behind the scenes. There are subjects that need to be revealed and the public educated. For instance, currently baby elephants are being herded away from their families in South Africa. Why? For money, of course! They plan to sell these wonderful creatures to zoos and circuses — if there wasn’t a market — then this behavior wouldn’t be so typical.

Research has proven that those who abuse animals are most likely to abuse other humans!

A few sayings to think about: “Go Vegetarian! Buy Cruelty Free! Fur is Dead! Animals Have Rights! Animal Liberation Now! Compassion is the Fashion!” For information, write PETA Headquarters, 501 Front Street, Norfolk, VA 23510.

A Voice for the Animals

“BE WARY OF OUT OF AREA COMPANIES. CHECK WITH THE LOCAL BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU BEFORE YOU SEND ANY MONEY FOR FEES FOR SERVICES. READ AND UNDERSTAND ANY CONTRACTS BEFORE YOU SIGN. SHOP AROUND FOR RATES.”

@Header:Animals Lost & Found

@normal:***LOST CHOCOLATE LABRADOR*** Left home in Las Flores August 5th. Male 3 years old, neutered, gold eyes. I miss my baby so much. Call Alyson . 310-456-7151 or 310-456-7438.

@normal:LOST YELLOW TABBY CAT** Yellow tabby cat. Lost 9/13/98. “Muffie” Loves to hide in sheds, cars, etc. Please call 310-457-4503.

@normal:FOUND. Small gray cat in Cross Creek Center. Very healthy, very sweet. Recently a mother. Call with description of collar. 589-5464

@normal:FOUND DOG IN LAS FLORES CANYON. Reddish/brown Rhodesian Ridgeback/Pitbull mix, tall female with black face. Metal choke collar, no tags. Sweet disposition & VERY skinny. Call Alyson. 310-456-7438 or 310-456-7151.

@Header:Animals

@Normal:AGOURA ANIMAL SHELTER needs towels and blankets. If you’ve lost a pet, please call the Shelter 818-991-0071.

@NORMAL:PLEASE SAVE LIVES and adopt. Many pure breed dogs and cats available to choose from as well as mixes. Pet Adoption Fund. 310-478-4455

@normal:**KING OF MALIBU DOG WALKER** Your dog will live it and will tell you all about it when you get home. 310-455-2311

@normal:FREE BIG POT BELLY PIG. Easy going. Likes attention. Call Monday-Friday. 818-222-6327, ask for Mandy or Don.

@normal:TWO 6 MONTH OLD MALE SOUTH DOWN SHEEP. Free to a good home. Call 818-222-7027.

@Header:Announcements

@normal:**THE ARTIFAC TREE THRIFT SHOP**AT 3728-1/2 CROSS CREEK ROAD accepts donation of clothing, furniture, pictures, frames, jewelry, kitchen supplies, shoes, books, toys, linens, lamps, radios & TVs, gift items. DONATIONS TAX DEDUCTIBLE, PROCEEDS BENEFIT COMMUNITY. Call 456-1068 – Hours Monday-Friday – 10am-4pm.

@normal:TIME SHARE UNITS and campground memberships. Distress sales-cheap! Worldwide selections. Call Vacation Network U.S. and Canada 1-800-543-6173. Free rental information 954-563-5586. Cal*Scan

@normal:ATTENTION HOMEOWNERS: Make $$$ with the information Superhighway now! $90-$120 daily! New high-tech breakthrough! FREE cassette! Call 404-572-8438 ext. #550 for 24-hour message Cal*Scan

@Header:Architects

@normal:MILAN ARCHITECTS Design, Working Drawings, Permits for New Construction. Remodels and Additions. 310-285-9701

@Header:Attorneys

@normal:***REAL ESTATE LAW – GRACE & ASSOCIATES*** Malibu’s newest law firm specializes in real estate law and transactions involving Malibu beach and canyon properties. 310-457-9058.

@normal:CRIMINAL ATTORNEY.DUI/failure to appear, domestic violence, white-collar crime, free consultation. SEAN ERENSTOFT. 310-820-0200 *BMX

@Header:Autos

@normal:AUTOS/SEIZED CARS from $150. Jaguar, Corvette, Mercedes, BMW, Porsche, Honda, 4×4’s, trucks and more. Local sales listings. Toll free 1-800-669-2292 ext A-4000. Cal*Scan

@normal:CARS $100-$500. 1980s-97. Good condition. Police impounds, government seized. Must sell. Call 800-772-7470 ext. 7108 Cal*Scan

@Header:Autos American

@normal:96 FORD BRONCO XLT 5.8 V8, flomasters, tinted windows, keyless entry & alarm. Only 20,000 miles. White w/grey leather interior. $20,800. 310-458-2054

@normal:’92 MUSTANG 5.0, 5-speed hatchback, air, deluxe stereo, Lo-Jack. 68,500 pampered miles. $8,800 obo. Vicky, 310-208-6343

@normal:’91 FORD EXPLORER. White w/tan interior. 2WD. Excellent running condition. Original owner. 5-speed manual, V-6 engine, AM/FM cassette, A/C . Have all service records. $7,450. 310-457-1409

@Header:Autos Classics

@normal:1955 FORD PICK-UP CLASSIC. Fully restored, new engine, interior. All new glass, chrome, rubber. New tires, tow package, CD player, straight, beautiful, run great. Over $15,000 invested. Selling, $7,900 obo. 818-591-8777

@Header:Autos German

@normal:1987 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA COUPE. White w/navy interior. Immaculate condition. 76k. Has many factory extras. $24,500. 310-457-3304

@normal:PORSCHE, 1986. 944 TURBO Rare car, very good condition. Black w/black leather interior. CD player, 5 speed. Fully loaded. Lots of power. Updated mechanics w/2-year warranty. 192K. $7,500. Call 310-457-2807

@normal:SMART BLACK & WHITE RABBIT CONVERTIBLE. Vintage 1981 pedigreed Rabbit with newer engine & papers. In good condition. Drive it away in style with vintage windsurf/sailboard for $2,495 obo. 310-457-0450.

@Header:Books

@normal:SPIRITUAL GIFTS & BOOKS ***SERRA RETREAT BOOK SHOPPE*** Open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm; Sunday, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Call 456-6631. 3401 Serra Road.

@normal:FINANCIAL BACKING NEEDED, loan or grant, to publish & promote two spiritual, educational, nonprofit books, directed by God to write. One about communicating with God & the second one, communicating with our loved ones in Heaven. 310-712-2608

@Header:Building Supplies

@normal:MALIBU MASONRY SUPPLY 3730 Cross Creek Road. 456-9444.

@normal:MALIBU LUMBER & HARDWARE Lumber, Garden, Housewares 23419 PCH 456-9031

@Header:Business Opportunities

@normal:ADVERTISE STATEWIDE! for $400. Place a 25-word classified ad in 200 California newspapers, combined circulation over 3.3 million. For information call The Malibu Times at 310-456-5507 and ask for Rae.

@normal:AREA PAYPHONE ROUTE. 45 established. High traffic location. No gimmicks!! Earn $$165K/year. Minimum investment $12,500. 1-800-519-3201 *BMX

@normal:EARN A HOME/CONDO. Plus big profits sharing program with others. Send $5 (refundable) to: 2065 West 6th Street, Suite 116-20, Los Angeles, CA 90057 Get a new computer/laptop offer!!

@normal:TOPANGA CANYON COFFEEHOUSE. Investor and/or buyer needed for nearly completed Topanga cafe. Great location, indoor/outdoor. Call Roy Buckman at 323-463-4877

@normal:PAYPHONES. $150K/YR Lowest prices. Local sites available. Call 1-800-800-3470 (24/hrs). Cal*Scan

@normal:AMBITIOUS WOMAN SEEKING friendly, health conscious people to join my team. I earn more than $2,500/mo. working part-time from home. Call toll free 1-888-819-6020 Cal*Scan

@normal:BUILD A POWERFUL PLAN. “How to Develop Your Vision Into a Prosperous Business” gives you practical, straightforward, comprehensive strategies. $25.99 plus S+H, money-back guarantee, 800/677-5660 extension 514 anytime. Cal*Scan

@normal:EXCELLENT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY in telecommunications! Get started for $590 in rapidly expanding global industry. Tremendous income potential! For 3 minute messages, call 888-328-2385 ext. 4350. Cal*Scan

@normal:VIAGRA: ORDER YOUR viagra from the privacy of your home. Visit our web site for your on-line consultation. Fastest service, best prices. www.get.viagra.com Cal*Scan

@Header:Cabinetry

@normal:FINE CUSTOM CABINETRY and FURNITURE. Design, Fabrication, Installation. Home Theater Specialist. Providing special woodwork since 1978. Lic: #471584. **CASEY DESIGN** 818-706-3147.

@Header:Chef/Cook

@normal:CUSTOM CUISINE LOWFAT gourmet meals delivered to your home – Weekly Meal Plans. Healthy, delicious menus averaging only 5 fat grams per entree. Delivered in convenient, portable microwave containers. Local references. 310-915-5342

@normal:FEMALE DIETETIC GOURMET COOK available 3 days a week for most impressive vegetarian buffets & meals. Makes own salad dressings on location. CALL & PLEASE DO LEAVE A MESSAGE. 310-937-4097

@Header:Child Care

@normal:MALIBU MAMAS Nannies, housekeepers, couples etc. Serving Malibu since 1988. 10% discount to Guild Members. Owned by a WGA Member. 456-8113.

@normal:L.A. NANNIES & DOMESTICS. Nannies, Housekeepers, Chefs, Baby Nurses & Personal Assistants, etc. Malibu owned and operated. 21355 PCH #202. 317-8555.

@normal:THE STORK STOPS HERE a postpartum care service, Baby Nurses, Postpartum Doulas, Mommies, Personal shoppers and Gourmet cooking service. Early scheduling is encouraged to ensure availability. 310-226-2845.

@normal:CHILDCARE/TUTOR. Caring woman, twenty years teaching. Excellent with homework, projects, outdoors. Can cook, light cleaning. New, safe, insured vehicle. Lives in Malibu, local references. Required salary $500.00 week. 457-9940

@Header:Chiropractic

@normal:BRANDON D. TAKAHASHI, D.C. 23410 Civic Center Way, Suite E5. 310-456-1972. 11340 W. Olympic Blvd., Suite 335. 310-445-1050.

@Header:Computer Services

@Normal:COMPUTER SERVICES. Learn to be proficient in Windows. *Word processing – MS Word & WordPerfect *Accounting – Quicken & QuickBooks *Spreadsheets – Excel & Lotus *Internet – Netscape & E-Mail. Expert, Friendly Instruction at Reasonable Rates. Individual lessons with your computer or ours. 310-456-9706 or 818-991-2871

@normal:NEED HELP BUYING, UPGRADING OR USING YOUR PC? We’re here for you. Call for New Client Special. Shaun/Dan. 310-298-3899

@normal:FOR MICROSOFT OFFICE. For beginner on up. We’ll teach you Microsoft Office, MS Word, Excel. Free Consultation. Onsite at your business or home. Building personal or business data bases, etc. 310-826-1777 *BMX

@Header:Construction Services

@normal:HMH CONSTRUCTION Remodels and Custom Painting. Quality work. 310-589-5711

@normal:***4 SEASONS CONSTRUCTION*** Remodels & Home Improvement. Concrete – Retaining – Foundations. Block Wall, Stone, Brick Work. 800-418-4243 or 818-780-6201

@Header:Contractor

@normal:SID D. FERRIS ENTERPRISES General Contractor, Additions, Remodels, New Construction. 1-800-784-2017.

@Header:Domestic Help

@normal:PILES INTO FILES. Have you been meaning to organize your home office, kitchen or other rooms in your house. I help people get organize. Please call Julie, pager/voice mail. 310-286-8739

@Header:Drapes

@normal:MALIBU INTERIORS Shutters, blinds. Repairs, sales. Free estimates. 310-457-7366.

@Header:Electrician

@normal:PRIORITY ELECTRIC Electrical & Lighting. Specializing in repairs, installations, anything electric or lighting. We are on time and experienced. Lic#705597. 456-7999.

@Header:Employment Wanted

@normal:CAREGIVER/CARETAKER. Gent will drive, cook, shop, garden & enable with dignity. Part or full time. Please call Joe at 317-2082

@Header:Employment Services

@normal:ASSEMBLE ARTS, CRAFTS, TOYS, jewelry, wood items, typing, sewing, computer work from home in your spare time. Great pay. Free details call 1-800-632-8007, 24 hrs. Cal*Scan

@normal:LOOKING FOR A GREAT JOB? Now hiring $16,000-$84,000/year. Paid training for entry level positions. Call toll free for current lists: 1-800-883-0819 ext. J-400. Cal*Scan

@normal:GET PAID $15 – $30 per hour processing insurance claims for local doctor’s office. Complete training provided. Computer & modem required. Call 800-942-8141 ext. 6. Cal*Scan

@Header:Financing Needed

@normal:FINANCIAL BACKING NEEDED, loan or grant, to publish & promote two spiritual, educational, nonprofit books, directed by God to write. One about communicating with God & the second one, communicating with our loved ones in Heaven. 310-712-2608

@Header:Finances

@normal:AVOID BANKRUPTCY. Debt Consolidation. Stop collection calls. Cut monthly payments to 50%. Eliminate finance charges. Fast approval! 1-800-270-9894. Cal*Scan

@normal:“CASH.” Immediate $$ for structured settlements and deferred insurance claims & lotteries. J.G. Wentworth: toll free 1-888-231-5375. Cal*Scan

@normal:GET OUT OF debt free!! Credit Counseling Centers of America (member NFFCC). Free debt consolidation, lower payments, interest. Stop collector calls. Non-profit 1-877-936-2222. Toll Free Cal*Scan

@normal:AVOID BANKRUPTCY. Free debt consolidation. Application w/service. Cut payments to 65%. 24 hr. approval. Good/Bad/No credit OK. 1-800-873-8207. Cal*Scan

@normal:$$$OVERDUE BILLS? Credit problems? Try debt consolidation! Combine all bills into one low payment. No application fees!! 800-863-9006 ext 949. Cal*Scan

@normal:$CASH FOR MORTGAGES$ If you are receiving payments on a mortgage, we can convert them to immediate cash. Twenty years experience. Highest prices. 800-676-3500. Cal*Scan

@normal:OVER YOUR HEAD IN DEBT! Credit cards/bills? Cut payments up to $60%!! *Maintain good credit. 8 free consultation 800-556-1548. www.anewhorizon.cor Member BBB, non-profit National Co. Cal*Scan

@Header:Firewood

@normal:**FIREWOOD** Eucalyptus, avocado or sycamore. Well aged & cut/split in convenient sizes. $95 per cord. $55 per half cord. You pick up. 310-456-3230

@normal:FIREWOOD Hardwood- Eucalyptus and Macadamia. Delivered and stacked. Half cord: $175.00, Whole cord $300.00. 457-2613.

@normal:FREE CUT FIREWOOD!!. You pick up. Dry seasoned. 457-7279

@Header:Flea Market

@normal:HAVE YOU ADVERTISED IN OUR “FLEA MARKET” YET?? IF NOT, JUST GIVE US A CALL & WE WILL BE GLAD TO RUN YOUR AD; OR WE WILL RENEW IT. 456-5507 Ext. 108 or Fax 456-8986

@normal:ELECTRIC Mini Magic Muffin Maker. Betty Crocker. $7. 829-1568

@normal:MASSAGER for back w/heat & adjustments. Pollenex. $25. 838-4192

@normal:TV GAME by Mattel w/12 game modules. $25. 829-1568

@normal:LIGHT FIXTURE COVERS, 6 assorted glass globes. $11. 829-1568

@normal:VAPORIZER, “Devilbiss” works fine. $5. 829-1568

@normal:ROCKING CHAIR. Large wooden, cane back & seat. $17. 829-1568

@normal:BIKE, boy’s. Toma-Hawk, 10 speed. Like new, color black purple. $95. 457-3308

@normal:WET SUIT. O’Neil. Size 12. Great condition. Just too small!! $45. 457-5115

@normal:TABLE, coffee table, wicker w/glass top. $45. 457-7545.

@normal:FIREWOOD EUCALYPTUS, AVOCADO. $95 CORD. $55 HALF CORD. YOU PICK UP. 310-456-3230

@normal:COMPUTER. Apple Macintosh SE & Imagewriter II. $150. Ms. Martinez @457-6801

@normal:VIOLIN. Nice. Old. See to appreciate. $185. 455-1081

@normal:MIRROR. Ornate gold wall mirror w/2 glass shelves. $35. obo. 310-859-6932

@normal:TV. 19″ color Toshiba. Works excellent. $25. 317-0597

@normal:CHAIRS. Rattan, high fan-back. Pedestal base. Back/seat cushions. Like new. $99 each. 457-1214

@normal:FUTON BED SOFA. Oak frame, 2 mattresses. Very comfortable. 456-3052

@normal:FIREWOOD. Pine Free. 456-3829

@Header:Flooring

@normal:CARPETS, HARDWOOD new/refinish. Free Estimates. Call Carl Leon, Paseo Flooring. 310-416-9947.

@normal:VIKING FLOORS Specializing in Installation & Finishing of all types of flooring. 457-7823.

@Header:For Sale

@normal:FOR SALE!. Magnificent free-form redwood pedestal table, 52″x82″. Comparable $4,000. Selling for $1,200 obo. Turn-of-century partners’ desk, 48″x72″, very unique. $1,500. 486 PC + monitor, $600. Call Chris @ 456-6181

@normal:MUST SELL!!! JUST REDUCED!!! 2-60′ MOBILE HOMES.

• A single wide 2 bedroom, 1 bath, living room, and kitchen. FREE!!
• Second has 2 pullouts, master bedroom, office/bedroom, bath, living room & kitchen/eating area. Must be moved soon. $3,000. No reasonable offer refused. 805-499-7502

@normal:**CABLE DESCRAMBLERS** Unscramble all Premium & Pay-For-View events. 30-day free trial. Money-back guarantee. MC/Visa/Discover, or COD. Toll free 1-800-417-0312

@normal:DINING ROOM table, 3/4″ beveled glass top, marble stands, 6 recovered blond wood frame chairs. Gorgeous! Paid $3,500. Must sell. $1,975. obo. 589-1101

@normal:DOUBLE WIDE MOBILE HOME. 1400′, 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Huge living room w/fireplace. Big kitchen w/skylights. Laundry room. Dining room, office. beautiful design. Must see. Must be moved. $30,000 obo. 323-876-0515

@normal:***GRAND UPRIGHT PIANO***. Good condition, perfect for students. Moving & needs a loving home. $1,000 obo. Please call 457-7647

@normal:MAPLE PLANK FLOORING. 8900 sq. ft. 90 years old. Never sanded. Tongue & groove. Beautiful patina. 1 inch thick by 3-1/4 inch wide. $2.45 sq. ft. 310-457-1469 *BMX

@normal:STEEL BUILDINGS Sale: 40x60x14, $8,734, 50x75x14; $11,354; 50x100x16, $15,257; 60x100x16, $17,445. Mini-storage buildings, 34×180, 36 units. $18,175. www.sentinelbuildings.com Sentinel Buildings, 800-327-0790 extension 79. Cal*Scan

@NORMAL:WOLFF TANNING BEDS. TAN AT HOME Buy direct and SAVE. Commercial/Home units from $199.00. Low monthly payments. Free color catalog. Call today. 1-800-842-1310 Cal*Scan

@normal:STEEL BUILDINGS CLEARANCE Sale. Best price in West! Arch, Straightwall, Single Slope.1-800-973-3366. Dealerships available! Cal*Scan

@normal:CHILD CAN’T SLEEP? Help your child & yourself through sleepless nights. Call toll free 1-877-5-SOOTH or visit our website at www.soothingsounds.com Limited supply. Act now! Cal*Scan

@Header:Garage Sales

@normal:WHEN YOU ADVERTISE WITH THE MALIBU TIMES you will receive FREE Garage Sale signs & arrows. Call us at 456-5507 Ext.108 to place your Garage Sale Classified Ad.

@normal:***ESTATE SALE*** Beautiful one-of-a bedroom, living room, dining room furniture & accessories. Encased oriental bridal robe. antique dolls. Jewelry, electronics, designer clothes, misc. kitchenware. Something for everyone! Moving-everything must go. 9:00am-3pm. Sat. Only. 23903 MALIBU KNOLLS RD. (Turn at Malibu Presby. Church off Malibu Cyn. Rd.) PARKING ONLY BETWEEN CHURCH TO MAILBOXES WALK DOWN DRIVEWAY.

@normal:GREAT GARAGE SALE!. Carousel horses, costume jewelry. Free female cat w/catbox. Sat./Sun. 9am to 3pm. No Early Birds. 21324 PCH at Rambla Orienta.

@normal:20 FAMILIES HUGE SALE!!! Antiques, collectibles, children’s, household, even Beanies. 10/25 Sunday Only. 9am to 3pm. 28711 PCH. Just south of Kanan.

@Header:Glass

@normal:MALIBU GLASS & Mirror & Screens 3547 Winter Canyon Road. 456-1844.

@normal:BEVELED GLASS WORKS. Beveled, Leaded & Carved Glass doors, Windows & Entryways. Catalogue Available. 457-5252 home.sprynet.com/sprynet/bgw01

@Header:Handyman

@normal:NEATNIK CONSTRUCTION. Meticulous carpentry, tilework, painting & remodeling. Long-term Malibu resident. Responsible & dependable. Reasonable rates. Excellent Malibu references. Kent, 457-5214

@NORMAL:A to Z HOME IMPROVEMENTS. No job too large or too small. Carpentry, painting, tile, retaining walls, decks, masonry, dog houses, and more. Honest, reasonable, reliable. Local references. Bill 317-2221

@Header:Hauling

@normal:***HAULING CLEAN-UP*** YARDS – GARAGES – JUNK. Free Estimates. 310-399-4337 Richard.

@Header:Health & Fitness

@normal:**YOGA IN MALIBU** Take time for yourself….relaxing, rejuvenating, challenging. Rediscover your body & soul. Privates available in peaceful setting!! Call Kirschen (Certified Yoga Instructor) at 310-589-3916

@normal:LOSE WEIGHT!! A pill to lose weight! All natural , herbal, energizer & super fat-burner! FREE 3-day sample!! Call free 1-888-738-6087. Cal*Scan

@normal:POWERFUL HELP FOR smokers who want to stop. Complete video-based treatment for nicotine addition at home. $84.95+ shipping. www.stopssmoking.com or 1-800-924-0184 Cal*Scan

@normal:ALTERNATIVE HEALTH, HEALING and longevity speakers. Schedule a speaker for your next meeting. Call toll free 1-88-322-9997 for information. Cal*Scan

@Header:Help Wanted

@normal:HANDYMAN/LANDSCAPER NEEDED. Full-time. Salary + bonus, possible health insurance. Must have experience, references, truck with insurance. Private estate in Malibu & Brentwood. 818-461-5801

@normal:EXPERIENCED INTERIOR PLANT TECHNICIAN. Must have valid CA driver’s license & insurance. Must speak fluent English. 457-1625

@normal:SECURITY GUARD. Unarmed. Watch the waves & get paid. $6.25 per hour. 457-4305

@normal:RECEPTIONIST FOR HEALTH & FITNESS FACILITY Full-time & part-time. Must have experience and be fit. Call Gordon 310-456-7721.

@normal:EXPERIENCED EXTERIOR LANDSCAPE SUPERVISOR. Must have good references, truck, insurance, valid California driver’s license and speak fluent English. 457-1625 x4.

@normal:HIGHEST PAID FOR QUALITY DRIVER/MOVER. Class A/B with clean driving record only. Inventory & Van Line experience a must. References required. Contact Cindy at 310-450-5957

@normal:**LONDON TEMPORARY SERVICES** Lots of great jobs: Receptionist, Administrative Assistants, Clerks, Secretaries. One year experience required. Fax resume: 310-826-7939. Work on the Westside.

@normal:PHOTOJOURNALISM INTERNSHIP. The Malibu Times is looking for a photojournalist intern to learn all aspects of newspaper photojournalism & darkroom work & earn professional clips. Interns may shoot civic meetings, community activities, sports events, etc., write photo captions, assist in all phases of production. Must have experience on school or community newspaper, or equivalent. Internships qualify for credit at some schools. Includes small stipend. Internship last 4-6 months, 15 hours per week minimum, Tuesday production hours, other hours flexible. Call Arnold York, editor-in-chief, at 310-456-5507 ext. 101, or fax resume/samples to 310-456-8986

@normal:THE MALIBU TIMES is looking for a part-time Advertising Salesperson to sell special sections. Sales experience preferred. Call Arnold at 310-456-5507 ext 101 or fax your resume to: 310-456-8986

@normal:BUSY MALIBU ANSWERING SERVICE needs an all night operator. Light typing & pleasant speaking voice a must. Call 310-317-2195 for more information.

@normal:WORK FROM HOME – EARN EXTRA INCOME. $800-$3500 P.T/F.T. Call 1-800-714-5653 for free information or log on to http://www.hbn.com & please use the access code 5819 *BMX

@normal:MALIBU LAW FIRM seeks attorney, secretary or paralegal in areas of Personal Injury or Family Law. Pay negotiable depending on experience. Flexible hours, good working conditions. 456-2494

@normal:RECEPTIONIST needed for Malibu property management company. Full time, 8am-5pm. Typing & general office skills required. Good phone skills a must. $9/hour. 310-456-7031 ext. 175.

@normal:UPSCALE DESIGNER JEWELRY STORE opening in Malibu. Full or part-time sales positions available. Previous experience in jewelry sales preferred. Fax resume to: Sales – 310-456-9441

@normal:ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT. Point Dume office needs organized, energetic person. Telephone, strong people skills a must – some computer background required. Excellent benefits! Please fax resume: 310-457-1814.

@normal:UNIVERSAL GROUP MALIBU DISTRICT is seeking DYNAMIC individuals with a potential for growth in the revenue collection systems. All candidates must have 2 years of hands on managerial experience & basic computer knowledge. Please forward resume & salary expectations to Regional Manager, 23233 N. Pima Rd. 113#333, Scottsdale, AZ. 85255

@normal:PART-TIME afternoons Monday thru Friday Public Relations, event planning, corporate relations. Strong communications skills & detail oriented a must. Call 310-456-3346.

@normal:**MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST** for Malibu family practice. Medical front office experience is required. Excellent salary & benefits. Fax resume to: 310-391-4654.

@normal:ACCOMPANIST. $13.00 – $15.80/HR. Plays piano accompaniment for choruses, glee clubs, individual voice lessons & instrumental practices & performances. Current opening at Malibu High, 5 hr/day. Apply in person at Santa Monica-Malibu School District, 1651 16th Street, Santa Monica, or call 310-450-8338, 993 for an application. Official Applications only. Deadline 10/29/98. EOE M/F/D/V

@normal:WORK FROM HOME – EARN EXTRA INCOME. $800-$3500 PT/FT. Call 1-800-714-5653 for free information or log on to http://www.hbn.com and please use the access code 5819 *BMX

@normal:SALES/INSIDE. Experienced phone salesperson needed to sell exclusive service to auto dealers nationally. $2000/month guaranteed. Commission average $4K-$6K/month. Great benefits, health insurance, parking 401K, high-energy atmosphere. Call Amer. 310-642-3785 *BMX

@normal:WHITEGOLD PRODUCTIONS is looking for strange, off-beat and out-of-the-ordinary fun people who can act for a feature length film. No experience necessary. Please send resume & photo to: Tom Skelfo, P. O. Box 32181, Long Beach, Ca 90830-2181 *BMX

@normal:CHILDCARE WORKER NEEDED: Malibu United Methodist Church seeks Sunday morning childcare worker from 10AM-Noon. Call 457-7505

@normal:WANTED. typist/driver for Malibu based production company. Start $7-$10. Unpredictable hours, no students please. Type 50 to 60 wpm. Reliable transportation, preferred truck or van. 310-456-8819

@normal:HANDYMAN REQUIRED for residential estate. Must be skilled craftsman in carpentry, electrical, drywall, painting & plumbing. Guesthouse available in exchange for work. 310-276-5900

@normal:***PHILIPPE DEREY/MALIBU*** Women’s Fashion Boutique opening November in Malibu Colony Plaza. Looking for individuals with energy, enthusiasm, sense of style and communication skills. Please Fax/Call 310-271-1089

@normal:HOME TYPIST/PC USERS. Steady work. Full-time/Part-time. $45,000 per year earnings potential. Call toll free 1-800-883-0819 ext. T-400 Cal*Scan

@normal:$1000 WEEKLY stuffing envelopes at home. Free details. Rush (long self-addressed, stamped envelope) to ACE, Dept. 503. P. O. box 5769, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Cal*Scan

@normal:DIRECTOR OF STAFF Development for 99 bed SNF. Live among fruit trees, lakes, rivers & mountains. Seeking exper. only state approved D.S.D. to run a strong education program for all staff. Position available immediately for this exciting Alzheimers facility. Pleasant Care of Ukiah, 131 Whitmore Lane, Ukiah, CA 95482. Fax 707-462-0742 Cal*Scan

@normal:AVON PRODUCTS-Start your own business. Work flexible hours. Enjoy unlimited earnings. Call toll free (888)561-2966. Cal*Scan

@normal:DRIVER COVENANT TRANSPORT $1,000 sign-on bonus for Exp. Company Drivers. 1-800-441-4394. Owner Operators – Call toll free 1-888-283-6393 Solo Drivers & Contractors. Cal*Scan

@normal:CO. SPONSORED TRAINING & 1st year income $30K – Stevens Transport – OTR truck drivers wanted! Non-experienced or experienced – Toll free 888-279-4058 EOE. Cal*Scan

@normal:DRIVER. FLATBED. MILES. Money. Hometime. Start 34 cents/mole. Run western or 1-5 corridor. Great benefits. Consistent miles. 3 years OTR + 1 year. flatbed. Combined Transport. 1-800-637-4407. Cal*Scan

@normal:34 CENTS/MILE: Are you tired of the hustle bustle? Come home to Nebraska. Qualified drivers can earn up to .34 cents/mile. Call Debi for information today. Come join our family. Grand Island Express. 1-800-444-7143. Cal*Scan

@Header:Home Care

@normal:CAREGIVER/CARETAKER. Gent will drive, cook, shop, garden & enable with dignity. Part or full time. Please call Joe at 317-2082

@Header:Horses

@normal:FOR LEASE 2 horse stalls w/common turnout centrally located & near tails. $400. Call 456-3072

@Header:Housecleaning

@normal:HOUSECLEANING. Available 4 days a week & weekends. Experience, self starter. Speaks English, own transportation. Local references. 310-455-1991 or 818-348-3422.

@Header:Housekeeping

@normal:HOUSEKEEPER has 2 days available, Monday & Wednesday. 10 years experience in Malibu. Good references. Some English. Please call Noemi Barrios at 213-380-6187.

@Header:Housesitting

@normal:**SECURITY, HOUSESITTING, ANIMAL CARE** for your home or estate in exchange for living accommodations. Non-smoking, non-drinking, college degree, trustworthy. Impeccable references. Contact David at 805-499-1475

@Header:Instructional

@normal:*DANCE* SWING, BALLROOM, LATIN Malibu, Calabasas, Culver City. Groups, Privates, Parties. Ms. M.C. Callaghan, Instructor. 818-880-2159

@Header:Internet Service

@normal:ARE YOU ON THE INTERNET? Your competition is. Advertise your services to over 4 million instantly for less than the Yellow Pages. Call 310-317-0887

@Header:Jewelry

@normal:MALIBU GOLD I buy, sell and loan gold, diamonds, watches and antique jewelry. Instant Cash! 317-GOLD(4653).

@Header:Landscaping

@Normal:MALIBU PLANTSCAPING. Interior & Exterior plant care design and maintenance. Call 310-457-1625.

@normal:GARDENING & LANDSCAPING. Sprinklers installed, repaired. New lawns, groundcovers, shrubs, trees, planted & pruned. Drainage systems, RR tie walls, pathways, low voltage lighting. Please call Malibu Sprinkler & Landscaping. 457-7228. #512484

@normal:***LANDSCAPE SERVICES*** Colorful Flower Gardens Installed. Also Vegetable/Herb Gardens. Native Gardens (Fire resistant & drought tolerant). Rock Gardens/Waterfalls. Call Sarah at 310-455-3547

@normal:Malibu Tropicals and Succulent Nursery specializing in succulents, bromeliads, epidendrum orchids, exotics for landscape use. 1 gal. to 24″ box specimens. Wholesale to the trade. 26799 P.C.H., Malibu. Hours 7:00-3:30 M-F. Call for appointment 310-457-7478.

@Header:Lost & Found

@normal:FREE LOST & FOUND ADS. Have you lost a pet or found an article? Please call our Classified Dept. at 456-5507 Ext 108 and we will be glad to take your classified ad at NO CHARGE.

@Header:Mobile Homes

@normal:MUST SELL!!! JUST REDUCED!!! 2-60′ MOBILE HOMES.

• A single wide 2 bedroom, 1 bath, living room, and kitchen. FREE!!
• Second has 2 pullouts, master bedroom, office/bedroom, bath, living room & kitchen/eating area. Must be moved soon. $3,000. No reasonable offer refused. 805-499-7502

@normal:DOUBLE WIDE MOBILE HOME. 1400′, 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Huge living room w/fireplace. Big kitchen w/skylights. Laundry room. Dining room, office. beautiful design. Must see. Must be moved. $30,000 obo. 323-876-0515

@Header:Musical Instruction

@normal:MUSIC – PIANO – VOICE – INSTRUCTION. Voice Production: Speech Coach, Diction, Projection, Speech & Language Pronunciation. Local professional Malibu instructor. Please call & indicate your interest. 310-280-3406

@Header:Musical Instruments

@normal:***GRAND UPRIGHT PIANO***. Good condition, perfect for students. Moving & needs a loving home. $1,000 obo. Please call 457-7647

@Header:Office Space

@NORMAL:ZUMA TERRACE 29350 PCH unit #12. 1,150 square foot office w/private entry & patio, plus private bath, in garden setting. Lots of glass. $2,200/month inclusive. 457-3602.

@Header:Painting

@normal:E.B. PAINTING COMPANY 100% satisfaction guaranteed. Excellent prep & clean-up. Interior, exterior, stucco repair, plastering licensed, bonded, Insured, Excellent client list. 818-762-0140.

@normal:JAMES THE PAINTER Looking for an excellent job and lowest prices? Interior, exterior, licensed, bonded. We repair stucco and water damage. Acoustic ceiling repair and removal, Wallpaper removal. 213-732-3034.

@normal:MISTER ROBERTS PAINTING Serving Malibu Since 1965. Interior, exterior, licensed, bonded. Industrial products for rust Inhibitors. 310-456-0409. 1st place custom home painting award.

@normal:**THE FAUX ‘HO** Certified interior designer specializes in decorative paint finishes for every surface of your home or office. Standard painting services also available. Call Patricia at 323-874-0937 or 323-854-0848

@normal:QUALITY PAINTING. Exterior & interior. Residential & commercial. Complete preparation. Free estimates! Low prices! License #692903 Call Nesha 818-980-9573 *BMX

@Header:Party Services

@normal:

• ***BEAR TO BEAR BALLOONS***
• Balloons & Bouquets for all Occasions. Now carrying BEANIE BABIES 21217 Pacific Coast Highway & Rambla Pacifico. Malibu. Call 456-9746.

@Header:Picture Framing

@normal:MALIBU GALLERY Serving Malibu’s picture framing and art collector needs since 1981. Colony Plaza (near Hughes). 310-456-5393.

@Header:Plumbing

@normal:McDERMOTT PLUMBING & PUMPING Residential, commercial. Call on us to handle what ever comes up. 24-hour emergency service. Plumbing 456-2286, Pumping 456-1173

@Header:Pools

@normal:PINEAPPLE POOLS Replasters, repairs, service. Firepumps, Non-chlorine Systems. 456-3766

@Header:Private Investigator

@normal:PRIVATE EYE FOR HIRE! Discrete and confidential. Call Paris Stone P.I. Specializing in cheating and divorce. 818-340-ISPY (4779). 24 Hours. e-mail: coolspy@earthlink.net. Web: www.parisindustries.com/pi.html

@Header:Real Estate

@normal:EXCEPTIONAL FIND ON MALIBU ROAD! 3 bedroom, 2 bath completely remodeled top to bottom. Vaulted ceiling, skylights, all rooms w/sliding doors w/plantation shutters opening to deck w/ 180 ¡ spectacular ocean view. Marble fireplace, gourmet kitchen. Spacious & open floor plan. Seller relocating, must sell. Only $775.000 INCLUDES ADJACENT LOT. ***Regal Properties, Inc.****** Ask for Benik. 310-275-8888

@normal:MINUTES TO MALIBU! 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. Tennis court, pool, waterfall, horse facilities, nearly 3/4 acre. Two massive fireplaces, artist studio, paver tiles, high beam & vaulted ceilings. $599,950. Broker 818-731-0739.

@normal:PACIFIC PALISADES. 2+1.75. Partial ocean views. Heated pool, gated 2-car parking. Great location to shops. Bright & sunny. Hardwood floors plus new tile flooring. New refrigerator, mirrors. Avoid traffic on PCH. Front patio. 310-454-2480. Agent 310-454-2480.

@normal:AGOURA HILLS. 1/2 acre horse property. Home w/5BR, 4BA, 4-car garage. Separate office or playhouse. Ranch style w/wood burning stove. 5 minutes to horse tails, scenic view. Las Virgenes School District. $585,000. Owner 310-376-2798.

@normal:LOS CABOS BEACH FRONT VILLA. 3 suites plus detached Studio Villa, East Cape, Los Barriles, Mexico. Huge 1/2 acre landscaped estate. $798,000 turn key furnished, OWC. 805-594-1088, color brochure ro www.gocortez.com/villa.html Have friends & family? Make your own time share!!

@normal:GOVERNMENT FORECLOSED HOMES. Pennies on the $1. Repro’s, VA, HUD, Sheriff sales. No money down government loans available now. Local listings. Toll Free 1-800-669-2292 ext. H-4000. Cal*Scan

@normal:NO DOWNPAYMENT?? PROBLEM credit? Own the home you need now, without a big down payment. Complete financing is qualified. DeGeorge Home Alliance 1-800-343-2884. Cal*Scan

@normal:NORTHWEST ARIZONA two ranches 39 acres – $14,900 and 80 acres – $29,900 or both. Convenient to I-40. Good water area. Gorgeous views. Call AZLR 1-888-244-5263. Cal*Scan

@normal:MEDFORD REAL ESTATE auction. Friday, October 30 at noon. Sams Valley, Oregon 171 acres (55 irrigated) with 3BR/2BA house & 300 ton barn. Coldwell Bankers/Pro West. Team Van Gordon Auctioneers. 1-800-637-3140. CA bond #7836520 Cal*Scan

@Header:Rentals

@normal:OCEAN FRONT GUEST HOUSE w/separate entrance on large estate. One large room w/separate fully equipped kitchen. Walk-in closet, private bath. Sautille paver floors. 4 miles past Trancas Market. Dramatic ocean/mountain views. Private beach. $1,250/month. Will consider reduction or free rent for housekeeping. 310-457-5351

@normal:SPECTACULAR FULL OCEAN VIEW furnished 1 bedroom, 1 bath. Tennis court, pool, gym, barbecue, gazebo. 24 hour security. Utilities included. $1,800/month. 310-455-1890

@normal:WEST MULHOLLAND – GATED. Spacious one bedroom mobile home on 6 acres . Plenty of room for horses. Fabulous canyon/mountain views. $1,150/month. 818-597-2111

@normal:MALIBU ROAD, 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH. Newly renovated, nicely furnished classic beach pad w/views from Palos Verdes to Pt. Dume. 50′ balcony on sandy beach. Walls of glass, beamed ceilings, beautiful kitchen w/butcher block counter. Laundry facilities. $3,495/month. Principals only. 310-659-2500

@normal:DRY PRIVATE SANDY BEACH: Deluxe 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, office, fireplace, new appliances, cedar walls, Mexican paver floor tiles, 900 sq. ft. deck. Garage. Quiet/private. Close-in. $4,000/month. Long-term. Call 310-456-2348

@normal:HAWAII IN MALIBU, PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEW ESTATE, walk to beach. 3 gated acres w/full-time security, 4 bedroom, 3 baths, tennis court, pool. $5,996/month Cariker & Associates 310-457-5500. Broker Cooperation.

@normal:MALIBU PARK. Spacious & charming barn on Morning View. Separate bath & office. Perfect for artist studio or office. Use your imagination. 1500 sq. ft. 6 month lease. $895/month. 310-264-8200

@normal:PACIFIC PALISADES. Drop dead view. Beautiful new home,4 bedroom, 3 bath. Hardwood floor, high ceiling. Granite kitchen, marble bath w/jacuzzi. Security, A/C. Infinity pool, spa. Quiet. 2-year lease. $7,900/month. 213-937-9299

@normal:HOUSE FOR RENT IN MALIBU COVE COLONY. “Largest beach on the street.” 2 bedroom, 2 baths. New kitchen, Sauna. Gated 24 hours/day security guard. $5,500/month. 323-937-5121

@normal:SPECTACULAR 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH. 2-car garage w/extra parking. Upgraded flooring throughout. New kitchen w/new appliances. Washer/dryer, refrigerator. Tennis, pool/spa. Walk to beach. Patio w/Koi pond. No pets. Security system. Partially furnished. $3,200/month. Agent 310-454-2480

@normal:HOUSE FOR LEASE/RENT. Magnificent Malibu whitewater views! Sophisticated Fung Shui 2BD/1.5 bath corner townhome. Private garden/spa, fireplace, hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen, Japanese bath, washer/dryer. Dramatic architectural remodel. Private beach club/tennis/pool! Year lease $2,950/month unfurnished. Short-term $3,950/month furnished. 310-457-0450

@normal:CLOSE IN, BEAUTIFUL OCEAN-VUS. Lovely small Mediterranean guest apartment w/terra cotta floors. Gated. 3 porches. Orchards. Short-term OK. Furnished or unfurnished. $1,500/month. Page#310-888-9565-(222)

@normal:LIGHT & AIRY STUDIO mobilehome cottage. Steps from sand. Furnished. Paradise Cove. Enclosed patio. Weekend getaway, writer’s haven. Quiet, peaceful. good creative energy. Pet possible. No smoking. $625/month 310-459-3227

@normal:OCEAN VIEW CONDO. One bedroom, one bath available in Tivoli Cove. Light & bright w/white tile throughout. Large balcony overlooking ocean. Partly furnished. Pool, gym, tennis court, private beach. $1,650/month. 310-457-1249

@normal:CHARMING 3 BEDROOM, 2 bath. Huge deck, ocean view. Fireplace. Completely remodeled, large kitchen, new baths, new paint/carpets. $3,000/month. 457-8182 or 457-6160.

@normal:HANDYMAN REQUIRED for residential estate. Must be skilled craftsman in carpentry, electrical, drywall, painting & plumbing. Guesthouse available in exchange for work. 310-276-5900

@normal:$500/MONTH. Private bedroom & private bath. No cooking. Near Kanan & PCH. One person. Only off-street parking. No drink, smoke, drugs or pets. 457-2584

@normal:MALIBOU LAKE. Beautiful mountain/lake views newly remodeled guest studio nestled in the pines in rustic setting. French doors, travertine custom kitchen & bath. Serious professional. Cat OK. $1,000/month. 818-991-4453

@Header:Rentals To Share

@normal:FUN, RESPONSIBLE ROOMMATE to share beautiful 2 bedroom ocean view apartment on secluded horse ranch. Fireplace. Washer/dryer. Jacuzzi. Must like dogs & horses. $750/month. 310-585-4669

@normal:TWO BEDROOM IN SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING. Latigo Canyon, no pets, no smoking. House privileges & utilities included. Responsible professionals. $700/month. Contact 310-589-0484 or 714-840-6049

@Header:Rental Situations Wanted

@normal:**SECURITY, HOUSESITTING, ANIMAL CARE, CARPENTRY** for your home or estate in exchange for living accommodations.Non-smoking, non-drinking, college degree, trustworthy. Impeccable references. Contact David at 805-499-1475

@Header:Rental Wanted

@normal: 2+2 GUEST HOUSE, CONDO OR APARTMENT WANTED. Move in November 1st. Single career woman, no pets, nonsmoker. Relocating from Seattle. Stable, quiet. References. $1,300/month. Call collect 425-739-6880 or Fax: 425-827-5468.

@normal:ACTIVE FEMALE, working senior citizen w/local references looking for small guest cottage or private room with bath, kitchen privileges. Can pay $500/month (negotiable). Call 310-457-6555, Mary.

@normal:RENTAL WANTED FOR OUR WEDDING. One week rental of ocean front/view house w/patio or deck large enough for small family wedding. Projected dates 6/7/99-6/14/99. Contact Mike at 818-505-6885

@Header:Retail Space

@normal:MALIBU PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, 480-900 sq. ft. retail store with high visibility frontage. 310-456-7031 ext 175.

@Header:Security

@normal:Y2K? SECURITY, HOUSESITTING, ANIMAL CARE, CARPENTRY for your home or estate in exchange for living accommodations.Non-smoking, non-drinking, college degree, trustworthy. Impeccable references. Contact David at 805-499-1475

@Header:Services

@normal:LETTER PERFECT: Letters, Resumes, Scripts, Manuscripts, Legal, Word Processing, Fax services available. Also, Computer Lessons, Learn Windows 95, & E-mail. Contact Karen 310-456-8625.

@normal:TURN PILES INTO FILES. Have you been meaning to organize your home office, kitchen or other rooms in your house. I help people get organize. Please call Julie, pager/voice mail. 310-286-8739

@normal:**KING OF MALIBU DOG WALKER** Your dog will live it and will tell you all about it when you get home. 310-455-2311

@normal:**CABLE DESCRAMBLERS** Unscramble Premium & Pay-For-View. 30-day free trial. Money-back guarantee. MC/Visa/Discover, or COD. Toll free 1-800-417-0312

@normal:INTERIOR PLANT CARE. Service with a personal touch. New plants & container gardens for your home & work-place! Free estimates & affordable prices! For your appointment call Carol “B”, Your Plant Lady 310-286-5689 *BMX

@Header:Tile

@normal:TILE WORKS Ceramic, Pavers & Marble. 457-2031

@header:Trailer Wanted

@normal:TRAILER WANTED FOR CONSTRUCTION SITE. Up to 50′. Good condition only. Call Matt at 818-316-1397

@Header:Tree Service

@normal:COYLE’S TREE SURGERY. “The Conscientious Professional.” Certified arborist #WC200. Complete Tree Service. Free Estimated. 310-456-TREE (8733)

@normal: RONN HAYES Skilled Arborist serving Malibu exclusively for 15 years. 457-7569

@Header:Yoga

@normal:**YOGA IN MALIBU** Take time for yourself….relaxing, rejuvenating, challenging. Rediscover your body & soul. Privates available in peaceful setting!! Call Kirschen (Certified Yoga Instructor) at 310-589-3916

I decided to take a walk along the beach this evening. The sun was just beginning to set – the sky was a deep baby blue, some purples, with tropical red/pink clouds. The ocean was aqua with rainbows in the spray from the waves. As I got closer to the Point, I saw a seal dive from a rock into the clear water – I could see the seal’s body moving to the currents, playing and “body surfing” in the waves. My mouth was smiling, my heart was happy and high, my mind felt light.

I walked home, and as I entered my gate I saw rabbits running and heard the beginning of the night sounds. My home was safe and cozy, I looked out the window to see millions of stars, my cats were happy to see me and purring around my feet, my dog ran to drink water happy to be home after her walk. Later, as I waited for the man who shares all this with me to arrive home, the coyotes sang and howled to me.

The next morning I had the privilege to escort a few very young children on a hike at our Nature Preserve, Charmlee. Around me, once again, was nature’s beauty — butterflies, fall flowers, rock formations, native plants and trees, birds, lizards and other creatures and fantastic panoramic views.

How fortunate I am to be here in such a beautiful area. And then I thought of all those complaining people. I thought of J. Patrick Maginnis’ letter to the editor of Sept. 24, who was upset because his daughter couldn’t go to Crown Bookstore in Malibu because it closed and had to go “all the way” to Thousands Oaks or Westlake. My first thought was what about our local bookstores — they may be small but they can order books for you. Also, we do have a nice library that can request books from other libraries and that has a computer for public use. I may not go back as far as many readers, but I remember Malibu when Point Dume was pronounced “Doo-may,” when the only entertainment was going over to the Crazy Horse (now the Malibu Inn) for a beer. And the best breakfast was at the Colony (now a parking lot for the shopping center). Actually, I liked it that way — I’m the reclusive type anyway! Then something happened around the ’80s — lots of people moved into Malibu, unfortunately, many came for the “prestige” of having a Malibu address! Many had no idea of the fortune of nature but wanted to make a fortune by plowing through nature. More and more building started and the insight of being able to have our own city to help balance out nature and the building came into being.

So now we have our own city, and another letter to the editor came to mind, this one in the form of a poem – which was really slanderous trite. Malibu can actually be the example for the rest of California — for the rest of our country. We have the opportunity to show the importance of preserving our environment — land and sea (and even air — so much new air traffic). And what do we do? Complain and slander! Remember the expression, “You can please some of the people some of the time, but you can’t please all of the people all of the time?” So maybe our City Council is not doing things the way you would — at least respect the fact that they are the ones sitting there hour after hour trying. I think we all need to appreciate – even more – what we have. We should be able to give constructive criticism that leads to solutions — and be willing to get involved.

Then there’s always the PCH problem. I think we are all inconvenienced by the closing of lanes on PCH. But isn’t it better than when it was completely closed? Actually, I try to create value in every situation. When PCH closed, I made my drives an adventure. I found new routes, I caught up on my reading by getting audio books — I couldn’t wait to get in the car and “read” the next chapter — or perhaps listen to my favorite music. Yes, at times it took me three hours instead of 40 minutes to get to my destination — and I got cranky sometimes. But at least now I don’t have to go through the Valley, and I can see the ocean while I’m “crawling” home.

So by all means, give your input — but let’s try to do this thinking of the whole picture (not just what we want). In Malibu, the whole picture includes our unique environment — we’ve pushed enough of the native creatures off land to build. It seems to be time to put the children’s heritage, and earth’s creatures first – hopefully in 20 years there will still be enough space, nature and clean ocean. To do that takes work, commitment and perhaps even a trade-off — a “sacrifice” — a little less thinking of self. But life is cause and effect. Think of the great effects that come from noble causes!

There is enough garbage news in our country and our world. We don’t have to be “Pollyanna” in Malibu — there’s a lot of negative stuff here too — but we can unite more for a healthy aware environment for humans that is animal friendly and alert to our native plants. Let’s “roll up our sleeves” and get to work!

Everything is sacred.

Alessandra DeClario