Occupation: I am a chiropractic physician and owner of a group practice, the Physical Medicine & Wellness Center located at 24 Glen Road in Sandy Hook. When I got my degree, I was part of the second-ever graduating class of a new program in chiro

By DOROTHY EVANS

Published: Nov 26, 2004 12:00 am

Occupation: I am a chiropractic physician and owner of a group practice, the Physical Medicine & Wellness Center located at 24 Glen Road in Sandy Hook. When I got my degree, I was part of the second-ever graduating class of a new program in chiropractic medicine at the University of Bridgeport. Now I am going on my third year working in this wonderful, historic 150-year-old building. It used to be the home and office of Dr George Kyle, a longtime, well-known Newtown family doctor who made house calls. I have to say, there are really good vibrations in this place.

How Long In Newtown: Iâve worked in Newtown and lived in Monroe since 1998, having lived briefly before that in New Haven and for much longer in Milford. I grew up in New Hampshire and in Massachusetts along the North Shore in a town called Newburyport.

Family: My husband is Dr Christopher Sova, a chiropractic physician also working at the Physical Medicine & Wellness Center. He is an associate with Urgent Health Care Clinic in Norwalk. Our son Ted, 17, is a junior at Masuk. My sister Neci Marr lives in Newtown and my sister Shelly lives in Monroe. The other three siblings are brothers who live in Costa Del Sol, Spain.

More Than A Hobby: Iâve been riding horses since I was 6 years old. As a child, I always belonged to the local pony club and I have kept on riding all my life. Now, I am going on my third year as president of the Newtown Bridle Lands Association (NBLA). I heard about them in 1998 during the brief time I had my office at the Newtown Health And Fitness Club on Commerce Road. The NBLA has 147 members and our board is outstanding. There are some huge events we plan every year for the tri-state area. They include the Frost on the Pumpkin hunter pace, the Spring Into Summer hunter pace, and a country dance planned for spring. Our club is a model for the state, and I believe it could be a model for the entire country because we keep informed about what is going on locally. We go to Planning and Zoning Commission meetings to learn about easements, and we attend Open Space Task Force meetings. We work for preservation of the land.

Incidentally, since becoming a chiropractic physician I have realized how important posture is to a rider, and that riding is really good for the back. The way you sit on your horse directly affects the way the horse responds. For example, if a riding friend says she is having trouble making the horse go left over a jump, Iâll tell her to get off the horse and I work on her back. Then she gets on again and, right away, it seems to help.

Pets: We have an English springer spaniel named Freckles, aged 10 years. I have a thoroughbred gelding named Colonial Sea, who is a Breeders Cup horse. I ride five or six days a week, and right now Iâm training in third level dressage at Kettledrum Farm in Southbury. Itâs really hard work, but I just love it. Before that I was hunting and jumping.

Favorite Book, TV Show, Movie: I read a lot. I am constantly reading technical books in my field. The last novel I read is something I reread by John Steinbeck called East of Eden. What a brilliant book. Iâm rereading the classics now ââ not just current popular fiction like those Dan Brown books.

As for TV, I liked the show about the Boston lawyers starring William Shatner. And my favorite movie is Jaws the First. We love to watch it.

Vacation Spot: Maine, and ocean beaches.

Organizations: I am a member of the Business and Professional Women of Newtown, and the Chamber of Commerce.

Most Vivid Memory About Newtown: Riding in the fall through fields and meadows and seeing all the beautiful trees in full color. The weather is a bit chilly, the horse is feeling great, and everything smells so wonderful while weâre clippity-clopping along.

I also loved walking through The Pleasance after the first snow last year. It was so lovely.

Personal Philosophy: One overriding philosophy is never, ever give up! Be brave. Fear of failure or fear of the unknown can be such a deterrent to positive action. We need to recognize our fear, embrace it, and then move beyond it. In some ways, fear can actually be very motivating. When your heart is beating fast and you donât know what is going to happen the very next second, you know youâre alive. You are experiencing the full gamut of emotions. Riding and sailing are both like that.

Snapshot: Dr Beverley Marr, D.C.

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My darling, You were the best GRANDmother a child could ask for. You created so many great memories & traditions that I have passed down to your Great grandchildren. You brought joy into every room you stepped into. Your laughter, singing, whistling and the signature Rockettes high kicks, is something I will always hold in my heart. There was something about walking into your home and being greeted by your beautiful face. *kiss on each check* followed by HELLOOOOOO Darling! The classical music playing softly in the background and your love and comfort made your home, a safe space. Somewhere, where love knew no boundaries. It was so much more than a home. I aim for the same in my home, and play the classic music 24/7, but it will never be the same. I pray I can be 1/4 of GRAND, you put in GRANDmother. You were so resilient. You found the positive in every situation. I look up to you so much. I remember begging Mom and Dad for years to change my name to “Carmen”. They didn’t officially change my name, but eventually started calling me “Carmenita” as I am a little you. THE HONOR. You were there for me, no matter the day or hour. You were always the one who would talk me through whatever hard situation I was going through. When my baby passed away, I refused to talk to anyone for 3 weeks. Except for you. You said to me “Better days are coming, babes. There’s always a rainbow after the storm”. Of course, you were right, because you are GRAND. I picture you in heaven dancing and laughing with him. Uncle Jay playing the money game with him. To know you are with your children again & with mine does bring me some joy. Twas the night before Christmas & New Year’s Eve, will never be the same. Another tradition you created. A memory that will last forever. Not just with me, but for generations to come. It may not be the same, but we won’t let it die. It will live on, in your name. To be your first GRANDchild was a blessing. I could write an entire book about you & all the amazing things about you. Even though we were robbed of time together & it makes me angry, I know I will see you again. This isn’t a goodbye, but a “see you later”. Just like we ended every phone call. Ciao, darling. I love you. MWAH MWAH! Love your GRANDchild, Kimberly aka Carmenita

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Occupation: I am a chiropractic physician and owner of a group practice, the Physical Medicine & Wellness Center located at 24 Glen Road in Sandy Hook. When I got my degree, I was part of the second-ever graduating class of a new program in chiro

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