2007-12-28T10:12:16
Plumas Lake Life
• Name: Tywanna Hendricks
• Age: “40 and fabulous”
• Family: Husband, three school-age children, two adult sons and one granddaughter
• Occupation: Healthcare access manager
• Hobbies, interests: Reading, jazz, getaways
• Where do you get your news: Sac Bee, Appeal-Democrat and CNN
• What keeps you in the Plumas Lake area: The quiet family atmosphere and scenic view
• What aspects about the community attracted you here initially: Scenic view and affordable housing, peace and quiet
• Do you belong to any clubs or organizations in the community?: Not at this time
• If you were in charge, what would you change about the Plumas Lake community: We need a high school, youth center, grocery store, Starbucks and gas station.
• What are your favorite places to go in Yuba-Sutter/Mid-Valley/Sacramento area: Lake Oroville, Old Sacramento
• What is the closest you’ve been to a famous person: Sammy Davis Jr.’s residence and Barbara Streisand in a Beverly Hills restaurant
• If you were granted one wish, what would you wish for?: Wisdom
• Favorite musical group: Cece Winans.
• Favorite television show: “Grey’s Anatomy”
• Favorite sports team: Raiders.
• Whom do you most admire and why: My father – he passed away in May 2006. He was a disciplined man who lived his life loving family, contributing in a positive manner to his community and mostly serving the one true and living God. In return he was granted a happy life with longevity.
• Tell us about a life-changing experience: Giving birth to my children. The most incredible experience a woman can have. It is truly a dance with God for him to guide your body through the rhythms of labor and to see your baby’s face for the first time. A labor of love!
• What was your first job: McDonald’s (at 16)
• How would you describe yourself: Traditional values, fun-loving with a dash of sugar and spice
• What kind of pets do you have: Dog, kitten and a guinea pig
• What was your least favorite subject in school: Math
• What are your favorite foods: Thai, Italian, Mexican and soul food.
• What was the last good book you read: “The Fred Factor – How to upgrade your customer service skills.”
• Favorite movie: “The Color Purple”