Surf Life Saver Profile of the Week - 29
Published: September 28, 2023
Welcome Rhiannon and thanks for sharing with us
So let’s get deep and meaningful straight up
Q – How long have you been in Coolum Surf Life Saving Club and what motivated you to volunteer your time?
I just love the ocean and humans.
I had no dreams of being a lifesaver. I fell into it. So glad I did (Thanks Mr Cush)
Q – Is your experience so far what you thought it would be?
More.
I just can’t get over being on patrol – I get to put my feet in the sand, my body in the water, my face to the sun and breath the fresh air, all whilst helping to keep people safe.
We are a special club – integral to the community. Lucky to be part of it all. And unashamedly it’s a big part of my life. I’m entangled now. Club for life.
On a lighter side
Q – Where did you grow up? (Assuming you’ve grown up)
Definitely haven’t grown up. And no apologies.
My earlier years were spent in the Sunny Coast hinterland.
It took almost an hour to get to the beach (or the movies or the shopping centre)
Grateful I had a childhood in nature, with animals, space, good food, safe areas and not much technology.
Q – What’s the best job you’ve ever had?
I am lucky to dabbled in a few fields (insurance, marketing, sales, hospitality, cleaning, studies, non profit organisations, animal naturopathy…. I’ll give most things a go)
No ‘best’ job - as yet. All work is honorable.
I hope in time to build up my side qualifications and open my own business. I have experience in psychosomatic therapy. Having the patience to accept and help others when they don’t have the space to do so themselves.
Q – Any nicknames?
Rhee Rhee, Rhi. My family call me Yanni, Yanstar or Annie.
I answer to a lot. Even Fred when my mother forgets who I am.
Q – Any Hobbies?
Yes, all of them 😉
I love learning new things. I do not excel particularly at anything. Learning to be okay with that.
I like to move my body – yoga, swimming, running, cycling…. And get involved in lots of what life has to offer. I like to paint, to cook for others, to read, to write, to socialise, to get upside down, to travel, to listen to live music, drink a wine, eat something exotic, sit by a fire, play with animals and kids – play in general.
Q – Favourite Music/Musician/Band
Fleetwood Mac of course (I’m obviously Bias). Haha
I grew up with music around, so listen to many decades of differing artists. I am fond of the Waifs (Australian band) and grew up on Matchbox Twenty – cliché but true.
Q – Can you cook and what’s your favourite dish to prepare?
No. I’m a bad cook but I love to do it. Only for others.
I’ll happily live off hommus and cheese
Q – Final & Life defining Question…. Pineapple on Pizza, Yes or No??
Of course, all about the toppings.
(Yayy!)
Thank you Rhi
If you’d like to share your story here with your mates, please contact your member officer - we’d all luv to hear it. Cheers
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