Victim’s rights advocate, entrepreneur, and former radio talk show host, Patricia Wenskunas, submits to the Proust Questionnaire and reveals a more personal side and her weakness for chocolate.
Q. Do you have a favorite pop/rock song?
A. Yes, Here I Go Again by White Snake. When I hear that song I feel empowered.
Q. Who are your heroes in real life?
A. My grandmother, Sister Ignatia, and Mother Teresa; should they be called my she-roes?
Q. What is your idea of perfect happiness?
A. Peace, Love, Faith, Hope, Family & Friends with no anger, fear or violence.
Q. What quality do you most despise in other people?
A. Ignorance, mean spirited people and ones that aren’t committed.
Q. What is the quality you most admire in other people?
A. Integrity & commitment to a goal or a cause.
Q. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
A. My self-image; fat legs.
Q. What is your greatest regret?
A. Not being able to forgive others and myself ‘till later in life.
Q. What is your greatest achievement?
A. Being a mother.
Q. What is the quality you most admire in a woman?
A. Trustworthiness . . . and that she is ladylike.
Q. What is the quality you most admire in a man?
A. Trustworthiness . . . and that he be respectful.
Q. What foods do you like the most?
A. Chocolate, pasta, chocolate sundaes and coffee. I’m a chocoholic; pure and simple.
Q. What was your favorite candy bar growing up?
A. The Sky Bar and the Whatchamacallit. Delightful to the last bite.
Q. What frustrates you the most?
A. When people don’t respond to you.
Q. What do you find the most gratifying?
A. Helping others and making an impact in their lives.
Q. What is your favorite movie?
A. Love Story. Also, I love Miracle on 34th Street.
Q. How would you like to be remembered?
A. She tried, did her best and she made a difference.
Q. What is your favorite color?
A. Red and Black.
Q. Which word or phrase do you use most often?
A. I’m sorry to pester you, but… With Faith, there is Hope…