Meet Melonie! She's a local esthetician who specializes in Lash Extensions, Lash Lift's & Tint's and Teeth Whitening!
Photo Credit: Melonie Roth
Where are you from and how long have you lived in Kelowna?
I am from Northern Alberta and have Been in Kelowna since 2014.
Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
My children. because they make every day worth it.
What is your favourite local store in Kelowna and why?
Real Deals on Dilworth Drive.
Describe yourself in one word.
Determined.
If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
Hawaii.
What is your favourite activity in Kelowna?
Paint night!
Photo Credit: Melonie Roth
What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
The most inspiring thing that has happened to me has been having children.
Tell us your favourite childhood memory.
Going to Flintstone's Park – why did they get rid of it, Kelowna?
Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
I volunteer at my daughter's school! I will be reading to her class next week.
If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
I would try and inspire others to be kind. To share a smile and to make someone feel good about themselves every day. To lift others up instead of tearing them down. Just think of what would happen if we all did it this! What a different world this would be. Maybe we could give someone hope or strength to get through the day.
Where would you sneak away to in Kelowna to spend some time alone?
In the summer I would probably choose to go to Koi Pond – it is so quiet! In the winter I would go to watch a movie at Cineplex.
Where would you like to see a positive change in Kelowna and why?
I would love to see more support for mental health, it seems like there are so many people struggling and don’t know where to turn.
What do you think makes Kelowna great?
The mountains, the lakes and all of the outdoor activities.
What are 3 things on your bucket list?
I've never really thought about it.
1. Ski at Big White
2. See the Great Wall of China
3. Take a cruise
Photo Credit: Melonie Roth
Tell us something that not everyone may know about you.
I want to learn how to do flow art.
How do people connect with you, personally, through social media? (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
Instagram: @AiyanaBeautyLounge
Facebook: Aiyana Beauty Lounge
What is the name of your business/organization?
Aiyana Beauty Lounge
Why did you get into this business?
My daughter was doing it and I thought it might be something I would like to.
What is the goal of your business?
What I like about my business is that I can make people smile. One day I would like to have a full-service spa in the area that each of my daughters can have some part in. I am building this for them.
What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
My biggest struggle in life is that I am an introvert. Lashing isn’t the only thing I do, I also teach Health and Safety Courses. I had to push myself when I first started in Health and Safety to overcome this. I took a job as a teacher because I knew it was my weakness, no matter how scared I was determined to overcome it. When I first started, I'm sure you could hear my voice shaking. Now, after 6 years of teaching, I have no problems at all. There are many challenges in life and I truly believe that the first time you do it it will be very hard but with more practice and time you can be very successful and can overcome anything
If you could start all over again would you do things the same or would things be different?
I wouldn’t do anything differently it has all gotten me to where I am today.
Photo Credit: Melonie Roth
What is your best piece of life advice?
Strength doesn’t come from what you can do, it comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn’t. I saw this quote and I think it is the best piece of advice I have ever heard. It’s our weakness that hold us back, and once we learn to overcome that thought and we do that one thing we thought we couldn’t, we become stronger.
If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
One whole day, hmmm. Oprah Winfrey, I think she is one of the most inspirational women in the world.
Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
To be able to support the people around you and build your community.
What has been your proudest accomplishment?
My proudest accomplishment would probably be overcoming the fear of public speaking. My proudest moment would be the day that I had my children.
Give someone you think that deserves it a shout out and explain why!
Tanya Lunder with Lunderful Beauty Pro. She is a beautiful lady with a heart of gold. She is my mentor, my teacher and has always been there to support me with any questions I might have about the lash industry.
My choice for the KelownaNow In Focus spotlight is:
Michelle Coutu with A Touch of Glamor! She is a very hardworking lady.
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