HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2014-03-12, Page 1010 Huron Expositor • Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Rhonda Bundy
Meditation, movement, mantra. Yoga is for everybody.
Regardless of age, flexibility, size or situation, if you can breathe
you can do yoga. Instructor Rhonda Bundy has been doing yoga
for 20 years, and says Kundalini Yoga is a unique approach to
relaxing the body and clearing the mind. Breathing, movement,
mantras, locks and visualization are all part of the individual
experience. "The classes are all quite different," Bundy says.
"Each with a specific order of movement, breath and sound
that work toward a specific outcome, so preparation is vital to
a successful class." She says her biggest challenges in starting
out were time management and getting the word out. While
Bundy practices daily, and loves what she does, continuing a
practice that has been around for more than 15,000 years. "It
is one of the only things in the history of humanity that has existed for so long without
ever being forced upon people," she says. "Yoga" means to unite body, mind and spirit
so regardless of ones religious or cultural background the practice can have a positive
effect on their well being. Classes are drop-in every Wednesday night at 7:15 p.m. at the
County Club Squash and Fitness Centre at 154 Beech Street.
COUNTY CLUB SQUASH & FITNESS
154 BEECH ST., CLINTON 519-482-5678 bundy@tcc.on.ca
Tineke Miedema
You don't have to be from the Netherlands to enjoy all the
good things at the Dutch Store at 55 Albert Street but if you
are, there are many tastes of home.
Owner Tineke Miedema took over the store in 2009, and on
its shelves one can find all the tastes of the old country one
can expect.
"In the store we hold the memories of pake's and beppe's
gehaktballetjes soep; of frikandellen and kroketten; of
chocolate letters, kruidnootjes and double Salted licorice"
Tineke says "You can find all the Dutch treats you are
craving."
In addition to the many tasty items the Dutch Store has to
offer, there is also plenty for the knitting and crochet enthusiast. The store offers a
large selection of yarn, catering to everyone from beginners to experts.
You don't have to speak Dutch to enjoy the Dutch Store. Tineke, Mirjam and Jennifer
serve their customers with a smile - a language everyone understands.
THE DUTCH STORE • 55 ALBERT ST., CLINTON
519-482-7302
Veronica Lee
Dentistry has long been a family business for Dr. Veronica Lee, owner
of Clinton Dental Clinic at 218 Ontario Street. Her father, Dr. Grant
Lee started the Clinton practice in 1985, operating out of the Clinton
Medical Centre. In 2007, the year Veronica started in Clinton, the
current day clinic was built. "I was extremely fortunate to be able to
come and work here in my hometown with my father immediately
after I finished dental school," Lee says. "We worked together every
day for six years. He was my inspiration, mentor and business
partner." When her father passed away in 2013, Lee went from being
partner to the sole owner of the business. Because of the support of
her family, staff and her "patients' patience", the practice continues to
be a successful one. Staying on the cutting edge of new technology
is a big part of Lee's practice. Three of the most exciting are 'six
month smiles' an esthetic adult braces system that can straighten
teeth between 6-9 months; Biolase iPlus, which can provide many dental treatments without the
need for freezing; and the Wand - a device that gives freezing without needles. Clinton Dental
Clinic is a family practice in every sense of the word. Lee's sister, Dr. Melinda Lee, will be joining
the practice later this year. Veronica said she could not have been successful without her family's
support, adding "I also live by the quote `If you choose a job you love you'll never have to work a
day in your life.- She says. "I truly love my profession, which makes life easier."
CLINTON DENTAL CLINIC • 218 ONTARIO ST., CLINTON 519-482-9392
One of the younger businesses on the block, the Backyard
Flower Shop has beenopen for just over a year now and owner
Tricia Renner -Robinson said what sets it apart its versatility.
"Not many people are lucky enough to have both flowers and
the greenhouses in the middle of town," she says. "I can service
variety of target markets and if one aspect of my business has
down time the other picks it up."
She has learned a lot during her first year in business, but
the largest lesson is that small changes make the biggest
difference. Renner -Robinson said the importance of social
media is great, allowing her to get the word out quickly and to
Tricia Renner -Robinson a large number of people, but the trick is learning how to use
it most effectively.
Balancing work and personal life is important to Renner -Robinson, and she notes she
has a wonderful husband who helps out at the shop and takes an active role in the
business. Taking time for one another and for yourself may not always be easy, she says,
but it is very important as is family support. The shop is located at 61 Orange Street and
is open year-round Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to
3 p.m.
THE BACKYARD FLOWER SHOP • 81 Orange St., Clinton 519-482-7012
Sandra Garnet
For more than 20 years, Sassy Stitches has been helping
people look their best with unique fashion creations. Owner
Sandra Garnet got her start sewing children's outfits, selling
them at the Stratford market before moving to Huron County.
Garnet's talent with a needle and thread also allowed her to
branch out into doing alterations, but her personal preference
has always been creating from scratch.
"I find the most relaxing place for me is in front of my sewing
machine, learning new techniques and incorporating them into
what I sew for the store," Garnet says.
Sassy Stitches is just one of 25 vendors operating out of the
Made in Huron Artisan Market at 38 Albert Street.
Being in a rural location has its challenges, as supply runs often
take her to surrounding cities for fabrics and notions, however
Garnet keeps a close eye on the price of materials to ensure her customers get reasonably
priced custom garments. "Sassy Stitches is unique in that I search out fabrics that may
not be available to everyone locally," Garnet says. "I try to make every item different in
some way, using a variety of finishing touches that will prevent you from seeing the same
outfit walking towards you on the street." Made in Huron is open Monday to Friday from
9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
SASSY STITCHES • 38 ALBERT ST., CLINTON
519-482-1445
Janet Brunswick
RNCP, R.BIE, RPN
Supporting the needs of the mind, body and spirit to help
clients meet their health goals is what inspires Janet Brunswick.
Operating out of the Clinton Chiropractic and Wellness Centre,
Brunswick takes a natural and holistic approach to help clients
regain vitality while improving overall health and wellbeing.
Part of what makes her business unique is testing for food
or environmental intolerances through applied kinesiology,
without the use of drugs or needles. A natural and noninvasive
approach through nutrition and BIE helps the body achieve
optimal health by removing interference and restoring balance
... allowing the body to heal itself. One of her greatest obstacles
en route to success was completing her education in nutrition
and BioEnergetics while suffering from degenerative and
herniated discs to become a Registered Holistic Practitioner. In
addition to her clinical work, Brunswick also offers preventative
care presentations to the community, teaching proactive
approaches to wellness, and uses social media to keep people informed about her
Healthy Living seminars. Her business operates in Clinton Tuesdays and Thursdays from
10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Brunswick also operates out of True
North Chiropractic in Strathroy every second Monday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
CLINTON CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS CENTRE
160 HURON ST., CLINTON 519-482-3481
www.janetbrunswick.ca