| What is your most memorable childhood experience? | My most memorable childhood experience is going on fishing trips up north with my dad. I always looked forward to these as a kid. My dad would meet his friends up there and he didn't have to bring me but he always did and I really appreciated it. I had so much fun fishing, hiking, and just taking in the scenery. I learned a lot about wildlife on these trips. My dad worked very early in the morning so he would go to bed pretty early at night, so I didn't always get to spend as much time with him as I would have liked. These trips were valuable bonding time with my dad and I will never forget them. |
| What immediate family member do you closely identify with and why? | The immediate family member I most closely identify with is my mother. We both are sensitive souls that wear our hearts on our sleeves. I think my sense of humor comes from her as well. I am often told that I am compassionate and personable. My mom is also often told the same. I am proud to say that I am a strong reflection of my mother. |
| What character traits do you admire in an individual? | The first character trait I admire in an individual is honesty. I have come across many people in my life that were dishonest with me and it makes me feel awful. I have so much appreciation for people who are honest. Another trait I admire is someone who has a good sense of humor. I always find it fun and comfortable to be around someone you can laugh with about anything. A third trait I admire is someone who is friendly. I consider myself to be a very friendly person and really appreciate when friends, family, and strangers are friendly as well. I am extremely uncomfortable around people who are not friendly. Finally, I admire someone who is reliable. I have been frustrated many times by people in my life that are not reliable and had let me down multiple times. I always respect and appreciate someone I can count on. |
| What is the funniest thing ever to happen to you? | The funniest thing that ever happened to me happened at the high school where I work. One day there was a staff talent show scheduled in front of the whole school. A few acts had taken place and then all of a sudden my name was called to come up and sing. I froze for a second because I don't sing and I didn't sign up. At first I thought it was a mistake, but after thinking about it for a second I knew it was a prank. I ended up walking up on stage to a loud applause of over four hundred people expecting me to sing. I told them I wasn't going to sing and I got some boos. I did tell a few jokes, though, to lighten up the crowd. People appreciated me being a good sport about it. It was a great prank! |
| If time and money were not an issue, where would you travel and why? | If time and money were not an issue, the first place I would go is Italy. Italy has so many beautiful landscapes and cities. I am also Italian American and have always dreamed to go there and try authentic Italian food. There is so much to do and see there. Another place I would love to go is Australia. Australia has beautiful cities, beaches, and the outback looks fun too. I know people who have gone to both countries and I have heard nothing but great things about both. |
| When and if you ever have children, what would you like to pass on to them? | One thing I would like to pass on to my children is just being a kind person who is always willing to help others. I consider myself to be a compassionate person and will always help a person or animal in need. That's what life's all about and I will pass that on to my children. Something else I would like to pass on to my children is living a healthy lifestyle. I exercise regularly and am careful about what I put in my body. I will educate my kids on what kind of lifestyle is beneficial to their health and what kind of lifestyle is not. Another thing I want to pass on to my kids is a strong work ethic. I consider myself to be a hard worker. I always try to give my best effort with whatever I'm doing. Developing their work ethic is something that is very important to me because I believe it can help ensure their future success. |
