Martee48's profile

I am a member of 2 Mardi Gras krewes-Pericles-Ponchatoula, LA and Omega-Hammond, La

Blues, R & B, Swamp Pop

American Idol, Project Runway and all the interior design shows

Out of Africa, The Stone Merchant

New Orleans, La, Grenada, NIcaragua, Barcelona, Spain, Paris, France, Santa Fe, NM, NYC

My 15 y.o female cat named Moonkitty. I also love dogs, but don't have one right now. Like mostly small dogs with short hair, but also love German Shepards and Greyhounds

What are you buying at the farmers market?

Bouquets of fresh flowers

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

My partner

Are you saving for retirement?

No, I should be fine

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?

No one

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

None-trivia is not my forte

What is the most important reason for dating?

Enjoy meeting new people

Are you looking for a new job?

Yes, I like my options open

What is your favorite family dinner?

Red beans and rice.

Who are your heroes?

My son, Max Perkins, My grandmother, Louella Yates Moody, My former in-laws, Pat and Bill Perkins, Mother Teresa, Elizabeth Dole, Colin Powell,

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

A week long walking tour of Tuscany

What is your marital status?

Married

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

Travel the world

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

Yes, if you can afford it

Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?

I have met tons of interesting people-every one is interesting to me. I did personally met Charlton Heston, the actor, while he was making a movie in New Orleans and spent several hours talking to him about death. He witnessed a tragic drag racing boat accident earlier on the day we had the conversation.

What's your favorite game to play at home?

Other

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

Acting-just started an acting class and am finding it very exhilirating!

How many children do you have?

1

What do you typically do on a Saturday night?

Go out with friends

What is your educational background?

Graduate School

What organizations do you belong to?

United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, Republican Women's Organization (Hammond & St. Tammany), National Association of Realtors, Krewe of Pericles and Krewe of Omega (Mardi Gras Krewes)

Men look most attractive in:

Business suit

How is your garden doing this season?

Blooming & gorgeous

What is your favorite type of music?

Rock/pop

What is your dream vacation?

Drive through Europe staying in local guest houses/hostels or camping-visiting small towns, out of the way places. No time constraints!!!!!

Where were you born?

Laramie, Wyoming. I am a service brat. My parents were both from Poplarville, MS so that is home. I spent alot of my school years in Poplarville

How much are you paying for a gallon of gas this week?

Less than $3.00

What is your favorite picnic food?

Sandwiches & Chips