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Show Feature SOUTHERN UTAH NEWS WEDNESDAY AUGUST 24. Gingers LUVN TOUCH Pet Beauty Salon By Barbara Pyles Ginger Hutchinson opened the LUV'N TOUCH Pet Beauty Salon in July. She has over 25 years of experience grooming cats and dogs in Canada and the United States, including Hawaii. for an appointCall ment or just drop by 1945 Hvvy 89A (near the Buckskin), for a visit. And watch for her Grand 643-737- 7 Opening. Hutchinson grew up in Canada in a house where pets werent allowed. The man across the street had two beautiful white collies. In her field of dreams, she fantasized of the day when she would own such a collie. And like luck happens, when she left home, someone gave her an exquisite white collie. Hutchinson gave her pet proper food, a good bed, ample exercise and lots of affection. But she felt her col'ie deserved more. She went th extra mile and enrolled her pet in obedience school, and that opened a whole new world for her. Her interest in the care of animals grew, and she found herself working in a grooming parlor. The owner taught me the ins and outs of breeding, showing, obedience, and grooming, she says. I didnt know there was such a thing a hair styles, or hair cuts. Bit b bit over the years, he taught n e. Because she neeued to earn a living, Hutchinson opened the School in Canada in the early 1970s. At that time there were no regulations for pet grooming schools. Hutchinson made sure her students were well trained. She stressed high standards in professionalism in her school. The business grew steadily. At one time an entire class from Japan attended her school. While she owned this establishment, she came up with the first home study video course in dog grooming. She also showed dogs and bred seven different types of dogs. was going Hutchinson left the the care of her two girl sand traveled to Hawaii. She relates the following story: I was in Hawaii when the SPCA was first introduced and I had the privilege of being at there first AKC dog show. I couldnt believe that the people didn't realize that their dogs had to be groomed. They brought them just as they were, she says. She went to the show director and announced there was a dog groomer in the building. The owners lined up, but I could only do so many, she says. Before coming back to her school in Canada, she taught dog owners in Hawaii the basics Everything smoothly so business in before she knew what happened, she came back to stay. Because it was hard for her to stay away from a business she loved, she opend Gingers LUVN TOUCH Pet Beatuy Salon. Hutchinson says, she may offer a course once a year in dog grooming. Hutchinson doesallthegroom-in- g in her shop, but she may have to hire someone. The business started off with a boom, and I am very pleased, she says. I love animals. They are my life. I believe each of us are on this planet for a special reason. And mine is helping to look after and care for the animal kingdom, she says. It is just in my soul. Our pets can really give back to us if they are loved and cared for. What you give out, you get back. Hutchinson can get on a band wagon when it comes to the mistreatment of animals, and she has this to say: If you are a neighbor or a friend of a suffering or abused animal. ..speak up for him. Please dont look the other way! The Golden Rule Do unto others... includes the animal kingdom. Courageous and Brave of dog grooming. As the years went on, she acquired a green card to live in By Donna Burgoyne Florida so she could take care of her aged parents. She turned the They came from distant lands business over to her youngest girl. O'er strange and stormy sea a heaven in wilderness Pet Grooming Although she was far from home Seeking and without reference:. Asking only to he free. Hutchinson applied for a job a a Free to choose a way of life dog groomer. After working for To worship and to pray, the shop for 9 months, while To live as they knew right oilier parents, sheopened Giving thanks to God each day. the Host Kutter Pet Grooming School in Lake Woilh, Florida. They came Courageous Pioneer She ran the school for four ears. So brac e in a lonely land. Then, tragedy struck. Her only Facing toil and hardships son wa killed. She found it hard God led them by the hand. to deal with the public or with With faith they fought the cold the business of training stu- There was no comfort from the dents. She sold the school. heat Later, Hutchinson bought a With a prayer from wind-driesmall motor home. ( )n her w av to lips. visit her daughters. he stopped They eased their bleeding feet. - Quilcheenas tak-ingca- d in Kanab to do her laundry. fell in love with the area, I n High School Juniors Seniors and Graduates Could you use some extra money while attending school? The Utah Army National Guard will pay you to work one weekend a month and train you during the summer. And you may qualify for the Montgomery GI Bill to help pay for your college. CALL NOW!! She and Some w ere born in love and pain While many more soon died. Their graves were left beside the trail Before the tears were dried. But a memory of the heart Those dear ones left behind, In unmarked graves upon the sand erased by passing time. And still they came, Their faith helped them endure With love of God and freedom Their steps were strong and sure. Oh Pioneer, Courageous and Soon brave! Your sacrifice is not in vain, For we honor you, our heroes And wonder, could we have done the same? 1994 Rev.Gene Robinson over his heacL.hardly! Brunner Few people w ho knew Pastor Gene Robinson ever thought that he wasIn Over His Head, but by his own admission he By Dixie was. Pastor Robinson w as penning a book by that name, at the time of his death on August 1 7, 1994. It was about the experiences, smiles and tears of his 55 years of preaching the Gospel of Christ. When explaining his chosen title, In Over My Head several months ago to his beloved United Church of KanabFre-donia- , he related that it wuis some people would have thought that 74 was old enough to retire, Gene Robinson said that by the grace of God, he would continue to do the work he loved until he died. His prayer was answered. While Genes accomplishments were too numerous to mention, there were a few which stand out. While attendingNCC, hepar-ticipate- d in a Christian quartet that touched the hearts of many. The four senior singers recently got together, and sang as a special treat for the United Church of KanabFre-donia- . Their music and spirituality touched many. This group was scheduled for a reunion in Edmonds, Washington on Au- how he had often felt in his 55 years ofChristian ministry. He said that while he felt the job of spreadingGods word was enormous, it was one that he felt gust 28. divinely chosen for and priveleged to do. Pastor Robinson was born in Salem, Oregon on August 24, 1919 to Edward Robinson and Opal Robertson. He lived and spent his childhood in Medford and Klamath Falls, Oregon. He chose to follow the Lord by desiring to be baptized at age eight, despite his mothers concerns that he was too young to understand the committment he was making. He shared many times that he felt a calling to the Lords work ata very early age, preaching his first sermon at age 17. Gene studied for the ministry atNorthwest Christian College in Eugene, Oregon, and never stopped serving his Lord. Gene was ordained to the ministry of the Christian of Christ on June 4. 1939. His first pastorate was at the First Christian Church in Turner, Oregon. Gene was pastor at the First Church in Christian Church-Disciple- s LaGrande, Oregon, for twelve years, First Christian Church in Billings, Montana for ten years, and at Foothills Christian Church in Wheatridge, Colorado for fifteen years. Gene came to Utah to be pastor of the Granger Christian Church in West Valley City, where he served as minister for 6 12 years. The last chapter of his life was served in ministry' at the United Church of Kanab and Fredonia, accompanied by his wife and best friend Addie. Many felt that this Churcb in the small, predominantly LDS community of Kanab, was perhaps Genes highest calling. It was with great pride that Gene witnessed astounding growth Gene Robinson held the important position of president of the Montana Council of ChuixTies, as well as numerous other Church positions. Concern over a friend's alcoholism, led to his involvement in Alcoholics Anonymous. Gene spent many years in AA and traveling across the Al-ano- n, country addressing large groups. Ini 965, he spoke at an International AA convention in Toronto, Canada. Certainly among his greatest attributes, was Genes unique way of relating life sto- ries and experiences to demon- strate Bible truths. These sto- ries were the basis of his above- mentioned book, which was near ingcompletion. Gene regularly shared parts of the book with Bible study groups, getting their enthusiastic ideas and feedback. Many believe that the United Church's grow th has been due in part, to Robinson's kind, gentle and tolerant spirit. Instead of assuming an antagonistic relationship with people of other beliefs, he took an attitude of love and tolerance, that spilled over into his congregation. lie was a loved and respected member of the entire community. One of Gene's dreams for the United Church was to see a new church building erected. In the past year, plans have begun to realize that dream. Any donations made in his memorial, will be directed to a building fund set up for this purpose. While Gene Robinsons tal- ents and accomplishments were many, no one who knew Pastor Robinson would ever believe that he was In Over His of the Head, they only felt blessed to Shared Ministry Church. WTiile have known him. multi-denomination- j |