Once upon a time in the Comox Valley a man and a woman went to a
HOME BASED BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
meeting at the BEST WESTERN PLUS in Courtenay.
At the top of the staircase their eyes met and it was love at first sight. By the time the summer barbeque rolled around, they were engaged. However, their families were not sure that this was the right mate for their child. For, you see, she was the daughter of the manager of a big box store! And he was the son of farmer – and HBBA HONORARY LIFE MEMBER – Barry.
Her family insisted on checking out the intended husband and removing all doubt so it’s
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Erin at HEAVENLEE MESSENGER, PSYCHIC READINGS & HEALINGS consults with departed family members. Once everything is all determined fine, there are plans to be made….TERRI PERRIN INK assists with writing the vows. Diana & Mark from YOUR MAIL BOX PLACE make sure the invitations get where they are supposed to! Linda’s HILL’s TOP COMPUTER SERVICES does up a website featuring the bride and groom- to-be. The wedding guests need to purchase gifts. So it’s
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There is A LITTLE OIL original painting by Chris for their living room. Sandra & Walter from ABLAZE METAL ART & DESIGN design a piece for the soon to be weds. Ruth at RAINY DAY BOOKS hunts for special edition copies they will enjoy. There is a painting from Carol at TSOLUM RIVER ART.. .. Before we know it, the big day arrives and once again it’s
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The bride has her make-up applied by Maureen of GRACE COSMETICS, Norma of MARY KAY and Yvonne of ABSOLUTELY YOU do her manicure and pedicure. Barbara at GIBSON MYO MASSAGE & BODYWORK helps to relax the bride before the big day. Now that the wedding party has been looked after, once again it’s
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Nadia from LOTS OF LAUGHS creates the balloon arch and centerpieces for the reception as well as sharing smiles with everyone. Dawn of CUSTOM GOURMET CHEF SERVICES caters the delicious wedding supper. Lisa at PEDERSON ARTS PHOTOGRAPHY captures the day with her camera. Darryl at I TEAM SIGNS & DESIGNS does up a banner announcing “Just Married”. The out of town guests need a place to stay. So, where else but with Steve & Carolyn at TWO EAGLES LODGE , with Linda at KAIROS GUEST SUITE, and Debaura at ON BROOKS PLACE ACCOMODATION.
Larrie & Margaret at PRESTIGE VIDEO TRANSFER compile wedding CDs for friends who weren’t able to attend. For the honeymoon the bride turns to Bobbie of JOCKEY PERSON TO PERSON for a new wardrobe. After a romantic get away with the help of Sharon & George at ENGLISH ADVENTURES HOME TRAVEL PORTAL, our happy couple is ready to buy their first home. So, it ‘s
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COAST REALTY’s Jacki finds the perfect starter home for the newlyweds. Sheena, RBC MORTGAGE SPECIALIST offers advise on mortgage options. DOUG THE PLUMBER & GAS is called in to get rid of the drip they would be living with. Donna from CLAIRMONT CUSTOM DRAPERIES & DESIGN turns drapery fabric into something beautiful. Now this is fun, but our couple has bills to pay.
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Michele from SOLID ROCK BOOKKEEPING helps with tax tips. Phil at 4 PILLARS CONSULTING LTD helps them restructure excessive debt. Linda at ASCENT COACHING clarifies what they want from life and work. Trish at STOMP ‘n KICK AXE SERVICES gives career advise. Sarah of INNER HARMONY HEALING provides natural stress relief. And Lauren with LAW OF ATTRACTION TRAINING ROOM helps with positive energy. Ready to start their own business it’s
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Loren at BARR ELECTRIC makes sure the electrical panel is sufficient for their needs. GINNY’s GRAPHICS & WEB DESIGN does up a website. VALERIE TAYLOR BOOKKEEPING does their books. T-shirts make great advertising, so it’s Honarary Member Andy at MacDOUGALL SCREEN PRINTING LTD for everything from small to extra large. Mark of NORSE CODE TECHNOLOGY services their computer. Because they are doing so much running around, Alex of BI-TRON helps with gas mileage.
Wait – someone is pregnant!!
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Sue at ENSEMBLE WELLNESS provides yoga instruction. Our mother-to-be’s skin glows with the aid of ARBONNE INTERNATIONAL products from Jessie. Sean of VALLEY HEALING THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE soothes away tension. Bonnie of CLARITY provides spa products. ISAGENIX’s Marlene provides health education. Debbie at 3D LIVING has organic health products. And Ted of ENERGY IN HARMONY makes mommy- to-be and baby feel good. Darlene with MAX INTERNATIONAL helps with building blocks to achieving success. The 9 months fly by and before you know it …the twins are here!
Now, that starter house is not working. But how can they afford a bigger home?
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Norma with UNLIMITED FINANCIAL OPPORTUNITY shows them unlimited financial opportunities. Dianne at THE BALANCE SHEET helps them with their bookkeeping. Catherine at MOUNTAIN SPIRIT GARDEN ESTATES advises on possible rural property development.The 2 Angelas of TMG, THE MORTGAGE GROUP help with remortgaging.
Now it’s time to get the inside of their new home spruced up.
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To screen out what bugs them, Russ & Fred install PHANTOM SCREENS. INTERIORS BY NANCY adds her flair. And to get back in shape, Jennifer from USANA HEALTH SCIENCES helps the new mom get nutritionals you can trust. Carl at JUICE PLUS+ helps with nutrition. Now they want to have some fun so it’s
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Ainsley of AIB LAWN CARE PLUS INC. cuts the grass and trims the shrubs. A new plan is drawn up for the house by ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN by RINA KNOESEN. INDEPENDANT FINANCIAL ADVISOR Ryan helps them shift dollars in order to pay the bills. Russ at AUDIOXCELLENCE DJ SERVICES provides the music for a party! Yolanda spices the steaks up with EPICURE ME! COMOX VALLEY. Lisa at SEADANCE PHOTOGRAPHY captures the children at play. And Terri of FINE ART of INTENTION makes sure the feng shui is balanced!!
Our couple decides on an addition to their family…they get a puppy from the SPCA. Larry of TANGLED TAILS does the dog grooming.
And with the growing family, the in-laws need pictures.
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Joka from WEBSTAR DESIGNS & DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY clicks in the right direction. Debbie from BE NOTE WORTHY teaches piano to the toddlers.
Clock forward… and once again it’s
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The children have graduated and are ready to start their own home-based business. Carolyn at SMART BIZ STRATEGY has marketing ideas. Pieter at CONTINUAL PALINGENESIS helps them find their online presence. Erik at WISE OPTIONS makes sure they invest their dollars wisely. Dian from NERDS ON SITE checks for security threats on the computer. Don with CALORIE CONNECTION supplies a vending machine full of goodies. Victoria of MISS V INTERIORS installs blinds.
Now with their children out on their own, our couple decides it is time to look at retirement …but, they have aged…and they need help…
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As active seniors, they want to be healthy, so they call on Randy & Maggie of JUICE PLUS +. Larry at ON THE WING HEALTH helps them with biofeedback. Alison SCOTT REFLEXOLOGY soothes them. Sandra at VISALUS HEALTH SCIENCES offers nutrition advise. Debaura at DIVINE CONNECTION helps enrich their lives. They get ready to move to their retirement home with the help of Margie at REMAX RITY. And, when the time comes. Alison from CLEAR OUT CLUTTER helps sort through years of accumulation. Holly at COMOX VALLEY SEO SCHOOL & WEB WRITER sets up a website for family to stay in touch. Nico & Naomi at ADVENTURES IN MULBERRYLAND hang a painting and provide a place for guests to stay.
And that my friends is the story of the
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Updated February 3, 2012