Meet your Neighbor

Sat., Dec. 9, 2006

Carl Gidlund Correspondent

Name: Julie Vucinich

Age: 46

Hometown: I was born and raised in Hayden and still live here.

Occupation: I’m the manager of Ski Shack. My mother owns the business.

Family: My husband, Dana, and I have four kids, Dave, 22; Avery, 19; Shea, 18; and Ciara, 15.

Hobbies: I ski, of course, but we also enjoy camping and watching the kids play football, baseball and soccer.

What do you like about North Idaho? The four seasons and the beauty of the lakes and mountains. It’s just gorgeous. I also like most of the people.

What do you like or dislike about the current season? I don’t like the rain and winds of fall and the gloomy days. I really love the snow.

Favorite music: Easy listening and country

Favorite TV show: I like several: “Survivor,” “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Desperate Housewives.”

Favorite movie: “The Sound of Music”

Favorite spot in North Idaho? Why? We love Priest Lake. It’s a wonderful getaway with few people and just beautiful mountains and the lake.

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