What kind of music do you like?

I have always LOVED music! It's always been my favorite way to express myself, I don't think I would have gotten through 6-12th grade without Boyz II Men or Mariah Carey. I enjoy Pop, Alternative, Oldies, 80's, Disco, Country, Dance, Rock, Soft Rock, R&B, Soul, and even some Rap.

Describe your Middle School years.

I attended Palm Middle School in Lemon Grove, Ca. Middle School was not such a happy time for me. I was constantly teased for being different. 8th grade was a defining year for me. I had my first boyfriend followed by my first heart break. If only I knew then what I know now, I could have saved myself lots of heart break. I discovered my love for creating in an Art class. I also had my second boyfriend. Oh and I had a major crush on my 6th grade teacher and was so depressed when he got married later that year. As you can see I was quite boy crazy.

Tell the words of a song from your childhood. What memories does it bring?

The first song that comes to mind is "This used to be my Playground" by Madonna My neighbors and i used to stand on my front porch and pretend that the tops of the railings were microphones and we would rock out all day long.

This used to be my Playground
This used to be my playground [used to be]
This used to be my childhood dream
This used to be the place I ran to
Whenever I was in need
Of a friend
Why did it have to end
And why do they always say

Don't look back
Keep your head held high
Don't ask them why
Because life is short
And before you know
You're feeling old
And your heart is breaking
Don't hold on to the past
Well that's too much to ask

(Long and movie versions only:)

(chorus)
Live and learn
Well the years they flew
And we never knew
We were foolish then
We would never tire
And that little fire
Is still alive in me
It will never go away
Can't say goodbye to yesterday [can't say goodbye]

(chorus)

No regrets
But I wish that you
Were here with me
Well then there's hope yet
I can see your face
In our secret place
You're not just a memory
Say goodbye to yesterday [the dream]
Those are words I'll never say [I'll never say]

This used to be my playground [used to be]
This used to be our pride and joy
This used to be the place we ran to
That no one in the world could dare destroy

(Short and movie versions only:)

This used to be our playground [used to be]
This used to be our childhood dream
This used to be the place we ran to
I wish you were standing here with me

(Movie version only:)

This used to be our playground [used to be]
This used to be our great escape
This used to be the place we ran to
This used to be our secret hiding place

This used to be our playground [used to be]
This used to be our childhood dream
This used to be the place we ran to
The best things in life are always free
Wishing you were here with me

What instrument do you play or wish you could play?

When I was little a took Piano lessons and then quit after 6 months or so. I just didn't have the dedication to practice as much as I should have. When I was in High School I belonged to the Show Choir and my voice became my instrument. Since then my voice has suffered and I found myself wanting to try Piano again and have some voice lessons to get my voice back.

Describe walking down Main Street in your hometown.

I cannot recall anything of importance on Main Street in San Diego as I am not familiar with it. Growing up I spent most of my time in Lemon Grove and walking down Main Street you see the Lemon, Grove Bakery which is where we used to get all of our cakes for family parties, Town Hall, Police Station and other older homes that have been turned into City buildings. It really is a gorgeous place and I so glad that I am lucky enough to raise my children there.

What is your secret for good health?

This question made me laugh. I believe that laughter is essential to being happy and healthy, so I try to laugh everyday. With Sage and Aurora around it's not hard.

Did you go to College or take any vocational training? What and where?

I attended Grossmont College for 1 1/2 years and recieved my Associates Degree in Child Development and took several American Sign Language courses.