Wihake's profile

Casablanca, Gone with the Wind, Best in Show, Spartacus, Blazing Saddles, Big Trouble in Little China, The Departed, Babel, Pan's Labyrinth.

Until recently Rome (HBO), Dog Whisperer, all shows on HGTV (I love those home improvement shows!), Monk, Rescue Me.

I used to play golf quite often but work interfered quite often. I now plan to get back into the game. I am on the board of my local dog park, helping o educate others about responsible dog ownership. Cooking. Reading.

Humane Society, ASPCA, God's Love We Deliver, Children's Aid Society, Communty Service Society, Native American Rights Fund

Latin Jazz, Ssalsa, Classical, R & B, DooWop

The Kite Runner, HantaYo, Kindred, & an assortment of dog detective mysteries.

Happiness exists on earth, and it is won through prudent exercise of reason, knowledge of the harmony of the universe, and constant practice of generosity - Jose Marti It is a terrible thing to see and have no vision - Helen Keller

Dogs, Cats, Horses. I love birds but wouldn't want to keep them in cages. Maybe a parrot is in my future...

What are you buying at the farmers market?

Seasonal fruits & vegetables

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

My partner

Are you saving for retirement?

Yes, regularly

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?

Dogs & Cats

What is the most important reason for dating?

Enjoy meeting new people

Who are your heroes?

My parents, Lolita Lebron, Richie Perez, Mahatmas Gandhi

What is your favorite family dinner?

Any kind of pasta, grilled vegetables, a good crusty bread, and red wine. And any kind of dessert, of course!

Are you looking for a new job?

Yes, I like my options open

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?

Married

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

Travel the world

Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?

I had the privilege of having lunch with Paolo Freire when he came to NY in 1983 for a conference on education.

What's your favorite game to play at home?

Other

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

Yes, it's part of a family's responsibility

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?

While I still care about my appearance, I am not as obsessed as I used to be to look picture perfect each and every moment of the day. So it's nice to enjoy comfy clothes and no make-up.

What organizations do you belong to?

National Congress of Puerto Rican Women, Delta Society, Pelham Bay Park Dog Association,

Men look most attractive in:

Uniform - firefighter or police officer

How is your garden doing this season?

All I've got are rocks & weeds

What is your favorite type of music?

Jazz/blues

What is your dream vacation?

Hawaii or Tahiti

Where were you born?

East Harlem in New York City

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

$3.00 - $3.25

What is your favorite picnic food?

Grilled chicken & pasta salad