Sharene Davies (Allison) the last 40 years

Where are you now? Town, State, Country 

Ulverstone, Tas

Occupation/s? Tell us what you have been doing

After leaving Don College in 1978 I began work with Australia Post as a Postal Clerk doing relief work along the coast while others took holidays. I left after having my first child in 1984 & became a stay at home mum for a few years. 

I began work for my parents at the Leven Newsagency in 1986. We now own the newsagency & also a Cafe in Ulverstone.

What would you tell your 1977 self if you could send them a message now?

Follow your dreams & never give up.

What would you like to share about the last 40 years?

I was married in 1982 to my best friend Wayne Davies. We started our family in 1983 with our first daughter Mikala. 1985 we shared the heartbreak of losing our first son Dylan (stillborn), followed by the healthy arrival of Breanna in 1986 & Baylee in 1989. 

Between working part time & bringing up a family I returned to Uni part-time to complete my Bachelor of Business. In between building a house & children I finally graduated in 1999. Whilst my children were growing up I was very involved with the Leven Pony Club where the girls were members. I was Chief Steward of the Ulverstone Show equestrian events for several years. When the girls headed off to Uni, I began to follow my sons passion of Motocross. 

I was Treasurer for about 5 years I think & we travelled all over Australia with him competing at National events. His passion still continues although we dont follow him around as much. After almost 30 years in the newsagency industry, I decided I wanted a change. With no experience, only a love of coffee I decided to open a cafe. (We just love 7 day trading). It has been a hard slog for the last 4 years but I have stepped out of my comfort zone & learnt so much & I'm very proud of what we have achieved. 

We have been fortunate to have had several overseas trips, with Paris & Niagara Falls amongst my favourites. We have just celebrated 35 years of marriage & I am now looking forward to slowing down sometime soon & enjoying my beautiful grand daughter.

What are you proudest of about your life? What have been your greatest achievements?

Raising our 3 beautiful children, who have all been successful in their lives & having a close family.

Any regrets?

Not making it to my mothers bedside before she passed away.