Victoria’s Read

By Michelle Lashbrook

Stephanie Wilson is one dynamic woman. She’s 36 years old (she doesn’t look it!) and fills many different roles, as most women do.  She’s a wife, a mother of two beautiful daughters, a business owner, and a piano teacher. 

Stephanie moved to Corbeil in July of 2005 with her husband Richard and eldest daughter Gabrielle (now 3 years old).  A year later, her youngest daughter Alexandra was born (now 2 years old).

Stephanie’s husband Richard is with the Canadian Armed Forces, and at the end of August will finally be returning home from his second tour in Afghanistan. As Richard has been gone for extended periods, Stephanie needed to find ways to fill in the time, something to keep her busy.  This is very common with military spouses.

Stephanie bought Video Fever in the strip mall in Callander on Main Street in November 2007. She loves owning her own business and can be found greeting customers with a big smile.  She’s very helpful when it comes to recommending movies that one would enjoy and that would be great for the whole family versus great for adults only. 

Stephanie also teaches piano lessons in her home, her students ranging in age from young children to adults.  My son Michael is one of her students and I can say from first hand experience that Stephanie’s way of teaching is great: she always encourages in a positive way, is very patient, and even though she is very professional she never lose’s her sense of humour.  Recently, Stephanie held a recital in her home for 5 of her children students and it was great. The atmosphere that she fosters is one of relaxation, friendliness, and openness.  After all the children had played, Stephanie treated us to a song that she played, and I must say it was a joy to watch her play the piano: one can certainly tell that she loves what she is doing. 

So if you’re in the mood for a movie, wander over to Video Fever.  Ever thought about taking piano lessons? Give Stephanie a call at 752-3417.