Name: Michelle Winkler

City of Residence: LaPlace

Employment: Well I was working as a receptionist at a dentist office, now I’m looking for work.

Were you born here? No, in fact my husband and I just moved down here from Arkansas because of his job.

Who made a major impact on your life and why? My parents. They always taught me to do my best in everything I do.

What do you love about St. John Parish? I don’t know yet. We’ve only been here for a short time. I’m sure there are lots of things.

What are you doing that’s good? I’m settling things at the house while my husband jumps right into work.

Do you have a current pet peeve or is there something that can drive you crazy? Ignorance and laziness. I have no patience for them.

What do you do in your spare time? I like to run and play tennis

A favorite food: I love seafood of all kinds

A good book you’ve read: “Angels and Demons” by Dan Brown

What was the last movie you watched? “The Reader.” Very good

A favorite smell: Coffee. I love coffee in the morning.

What was the last music you listened to? A country music mix CD I just made.

What’s the best thing about you? I spent a while working in a dentist’s office, so my smile.

What would you like to say to everybody? Nice to meet you.