RTFOTO:  What nationality are you?   Hapa (Chinese, Russian & Polish)    
RTFOTO:  Where are you originally from?    Kilauea, Kauai      
RTFOTO:  Describe yourself in 3 words?   Spontaneous, Optimistic and Dedicated
RTFOTO:  Who was or is your mentor?  Oprah
RTFOTO: What was your first paying job?   Counter-help/wait staff at Roadrunner Bakery and Cafe (Kilauea, Kauai)
RTFOTO:  Name some of the shows, commercials and print ads you've been on: Baywatch Hawaii, Pizza Hut, Countdown Hawaii, Hawaii Opera Theater, Hawaii Prince Hotel and Toyota.
RTFOTO:  What inspired you run in beauty pageants?  I always watched Miss Hawaii on TV, it was a dream for me to have the opportunity to compete for Miss Hawaii. I always felt that these women were so poised, graceful, well-spoken and talented. As a child I hoped that I too could be like them one day. Miss Hawaii/Miss America also provide scholarships for young women to attend college, and pursued running in pageants as a vehicle to pay for my college tuition - it worked!
RTFOTO: How would you describe your style in fashion?  Trendy, simple and feminine.
RTFOTO:   How many years have you been doing what you do? I started pursuing commercials and acting when I moved here after high school, so that would make it 8 years now.
RTFOTO:  If you could do one thing different growing up, what would that be?      I would probably choose to work less. At one point in high school I had three jobs! One of them was a 2 hour drive to the other side of the island. If I know what I know now, I would choose to enjoy my teenage years and have fun, you have the rest of your adult life to work.            
RTFOTO:  What drives you to continue doing what you do? I always feel a strong desire to keep busy and maintain an active and exciting lifestyle. What drives me is goal setting, I continue to set new goals and maintain higher aspirations - after one goal is met than I set a new one and it continues, that way I don't feel stagnant.
RTFOTO:  If you weren't doing what you do today, what would you be doing? Honestly, I would love to be a pro-surfer. I think they have the greatest life. I would love to travel all over the world, surf the most beautiful beaches and live in a bikini...and get paid to do it!
RTFOTO:  Where do you see yourself in 10 years?    Married, here in Hawaii and possibly anchoring the news :)
RTFOTO:  What is a good day like for you? Getting up early in the morning reviewing homework or studying, going to school, having lunch with a friend, studying, going to yoga and then dinner with friends, and maybe a movie too! That sounds like an awesome day!
RTFOTO: What embarrassing moment have you had in your career? The most embarrassing moment thus far: was live on ABC at the Miss America Pageant, during the swimsuit production number I was supposed to cross paths with a fellow contestant while looking at the camera. As we both did this we collided into one another on national TV.
RTFOTO:   What would you say is the most difficult part of your job?    Coordinating schedules, especially with 6 days a week of classes and work at Alan Wong's it can be tricky to find a shoot date that works for everyone.           
RTFOTO:  What was your most happiest moment in your career?      Without a doubt it was June 18 2004, the night I was crowned Miss Hawaii. It really was dream realized, almost surreal infact. Being Miss Hawaii gave me many opportunities that I may have never had. I am forever grateful it was a wonderful experience.
RTFOTO:  What makes you different from your peers?  I maintain a great desire to remain community service minded. I continue to volunteer for non-profits and serve as a motivational speaker. It is of great importance to always give back to your community, I feel that I am committed to helping others in whatever caliber I can. We need to motivate young people to gain an awareness of the community and themselves through volunteer work.
RTFOTO:  Who would you say is the hottest artist on the market today and who do you see becoming tomorrow?  Beyonce is amazingly talented, she really is a triple threat. I respect her talents and hardwork. A hot local talent who really has what it takes to be a great star is Maria Remos, she is a breathtaking jazz vocalist and her vocal abilities are superb!
RTFOTO:  Who is your favorite artist? I tend to change often but always love: Christina Aguilera, Alicia Keys and Kelly Clarkson.
RTFOTO:  Name some of the celebrities you have worked with or entertained?  Amy Hanaialii, Robert Cazimero, Makana, Clay Aiken, Jake Shimabukuro and Wayne Brady to name a few.
RTFOTO:  If you could pick any city to live in other than the city you are currently in, what city would that be and why?      Tokyo, Japan. I absolutely love Japan. The culture, the people and the food! Tokyo is very exciting, safe and the people are very polite. There is a lot to do as far as taking in the cultural sights, nightlife, universities and they love Hawaii, and the people from Hawaii.        
RTFOTO:  What advice can you give to those aspiring what you do?  Stay focused, write thank you cards and practice public speaking.
RTFOTO:  What is your message to teens today?  Respect yourself and others, believe in yourself and don't give up on your dreams.