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Meet Roz! Roz is originally from Merritt. She enjoys relaxing at the beach, hitting the slopes up at Big White, and spending some quality time with her family.
Where are you from and how long have you lived in Kelowna?
I grew up in Merritt.
Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
My husband and kids because they make me the happiest!
What is your favourite local store in Kelowna and why?
Don O Rays Fruit Stand for its special yumminess.
Describe yourself in one word.
Dedicated
If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
New Zealand
What is your favourite activity in Kelowna?
Hitting the beach or riding up at Big White.
What is the most embarrassing thing that has happened to you?
I don't embarrass easily. Knowing that as a teenager, I treated people poorly when they didn't deserve it, is pretty embarrassing.
What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
Overcoming the obstacles in my life, and finding new ways to cope with Depression.
Tell us your favourite childhood memory.
Summer camping- feeding ducks with my mom and then learning how to drive on the dirt roads.
Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
As a teacher, I often coach rugby.
If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
Way more love, wayyy less hate.
Where would you sneak away to in Kelowna to spend some time alone?
The mountains. Any of them.
Where would you like to see positive change in Kelowna and why?
More attainable and affordable support for new moms/parents.
What do you think makes Kelowna great?
The weather and the area.
What are 3 things on your bucket list?
1. Exploring the world with my family
2. Completing (attempting to complete?) an enormous physical feat like the Pacific Crest Trail or The Tour Divide
3. Going on The Price is Right
Tell us something that not everyone may know about you.
I love being barefoot!
How do people connect with you, personally, through social media? (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
Facebook
What is the name of your business/organization?
Sweet Sleepers Sleep Consulting
Why did you get into/start this business?
I struggled with a lot of sleep issues with my son and didn't want other moms and parents to have to go through their struggles alone.
What is the goal of your business?
To help as many families as I can get healthy sleep and proper rest.
What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
Losing my mom.
If you could start all over again would you do things the same or would things be different?
Likely the same. Maybe some different, obviously, but I'd like to it turn out the same. It's not perfect, but it's ours.
What do you always find yourself saying?
Oh, dear or Heck yes!
Tell us your best piece of life advice.
"Don't give up! Try, try again! Just keep swimming! It's worth it!"
If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
Elon Musk maybe? Neil deGrasse Tyson would be pretty cool. Or Greta Thunberg!
Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
Local business owners are the heart of a city and
What has been your proudest accomplishment?
My kids
Give someone you think that deserves it a shout out and explain why!
Kevin Lindquist for being the most creative, hard-working guy in Kelowna I know!
My choice for the KelownaNow In Focus spotlight is:
Lime Tree Living
Some general comments I would like to share are:
Take care of yourselves! Ask for and accept help. Invest in yourself, and believe that you can. It often gets harder before it gets easier, but it is WORTH IT! I'm here for you.
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