I get a great deal of personal satisfaction out of helping others.  That is not to say that I don't also enjoy achieving things physically myself or cracking problems myself, but seeing others benefit from an interaction is what gives me the biggest buzz.

I have ahd this on my fridge since shortly after my 1st child was born and I try still today to have it as a mantra today.

"To laugh often and much;
to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children;
to earn the appreciation of honest critics to appreciate beauty;
to find the best in others;
to leave the world a bit better whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition;
to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived.
This is to have succeeded."
-- Ralph Waldo Emerson

I found this online at http://www.transitionslifecoaching.co.uk/2006/09/success-ralph-waldo-emerson.html

I would like to say that I think that this is the ethos of most people you meet in life, and especially in Microsoft and then even more in the UK technical teams.  Having said that, judging by the dedication of the small business team, I can only presume this is true for them too.

Finally, for my daughter (and myself as I started this before she was born), this time of year is about going over the top and putting a smile on people's faces.  To do that, I dress my house in a very gaudy coat for all to see.  This is what it looks like this year :-)

ttfn

David