Day After Tomorrow, Mary Poppins, Shrek, All Harry Potter movies, Willie Wonka, I love animated films.

Lost, Ghost Whisperer, Dog Whisperer, Ugly Betty, Dead Zone, The 4400. I watch many programs but usually they are seasonal. Dead Zone and The 4400 are summer programs. Like Eureka, I like that program also. I hate missing them but will not stress cuz the reruns will be often! LOL

Lots, oldies, rock-n-roll, but mostly today's country

The Earth's Children's Series, Clan of the Cave Bear, Valley of the Horses, Mammoth Hunters, Plains of Passage, The Shelter of Stones.

I don't have a clue and I don't want one. An' it harm none, do what you will. Count your blessings, not your losses

My daughters, my grandkids, and all those I really like and are way too numerous to name.

The desert, the beach, San Diego Wild Animal Park, San Diego Zoo, in a chair reading to my granddaughter, walking on a beach with the other granddaughter. Sleeping in my bed. Working with students in the classroom.

Any animal is my favorite. Except bugs. Ewe! I like dragonflies but definitely not roaches, no matter how big they are!

Who is the first person you would tell if you won $500?

My kids

Are you saving for retirement?

Yes, sometimes

What are you buying at the farmers market?

If it's not at the supermarket, I'm not buying it

Do you own a cell phone? If yes, how long have you owned one?

4+ years

Who in your life is going back to school?

I am/My spouse

If you were a contestant on Jeopardy what would be your dream trivia category?

Are you smarter than a fifth grader?

What is your favorite family dinner?

As I get older, I don't really have a favorite. Maybe "see" food. When I see something I think I'd like, I eat it.

Are you looking for a new job?

Yes, I like my options open

Who are your heroes?

My foster mother for being there when I needed her. My daughters for overcoming adversities and growing up such wonderful, strong women.

What is the most important reason for dating?

Enjoy meeting new people

What kind of trip would you love to take in Italy?

Rent an Italian villa with my friends and/or family

What is your marital status?

Divorced

What would you buy if money wasn't an object?

Help people in need

Do you think it's a good idea to pay for a child's college education?

Yes, if you can afford it

What's your favorite game to play at home?

Computer/electronic games

Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?

My foster mother. She took in a 16 year old who was having such a hard life at home. She had 85 total foster children. Because of her I learned how I wanted my children to be raised. I am in the educational field because she showed me life was not so bad. I lost her in March, 2007 She is forever, my mother.

How many children do you have?

2 - 3

What do you typically do on a Saturday night?

Stay at home and watch TV

What is your educational background?

Bachelor's/Associate's Degree

Now that you are over 50, what are you doing that you never thought you would?

Going back to college to become a teacher. I wanted to be a teacher when I was young but felt that I never would make it, so I just kept putting it off, hoping the urge would go away. Since I am now working as a teacher's aide in a Special Education class, I know I can be a teacher. Plus, I feel I don't make enough as an Aide. I want more money.

Men look most attractive in:

Jeans & T-shirt

What is your favorite type of music?

Country Western

What is your dream vacation?

Going to Alaska, camping in a cabin near a lake or river. No phones, no televisions, no people.

How is your garden doing this season?

All I've got are rocks & weeds

What organizations do you belong to?

absolutely none at this time. I was a Girl Scout leader for 10 years. I quit last year to pursue my teaching degree.

Where were you born?

In a military hospital in Texas, to a military family. My family life is a "Peyton Place". I do not discuss my younger years very much.

What is your favorite picnic food?

BBQ & Coleslaw