Neighbors Marie Bailey

Name: Marie Bailey

Age: 59

Hometown: I was born in Dishman, but I’ve lived in Coeur d’Alene since I was 2 weeks old.

Occupation: For the past six years I’ve been Stimson Lumber Co.’s receptionist, but I was the receptionist and payroll and real estate clerk for Idaho Forest Industries for 25 years.

Family: My husband, Ken, and our Australian shepherd, Sadie.

Hobbies: Knitting, biking, camping, eating, and spending time with good friends.

What do you like about North Idaho? The four seasons.

What do you like or dislike about the current season? I don’t like driving on ice.

Favorite music: A little bit of everything.

Favorite TV show: I like good movies, but I really prefer reading just about anything.

Favorite movie: “The Big Chill”

Favorite spot in North Idaho? Why? Slate Creek, above Wallace. We’ve camped there for 33 years, and it’s a great place for hiking, fishing and relaxing with friends.