Born: July 6, 1968

Occupation: Teacher.

How long have you lived in the Chugiak-Eagle River area? 11 years.

What do you like most about living here? It's close to nature and a great place to play.

Kim Meck

How would your friends describe you in three words? Overly active friend.

Who is your hero? My sister, Col. Tracey Meck.

What's your favorite comfort food? Ice Cream.

What's the best way to relieve stress? Running in the mountains surrounding Eagle River.

What fictional character would you most like to be? Elspeth Gordie, the main character in "Obernewtyn Chronicles."

What is your favorite thing to do on your day off? Climb a mountain and run the ridge trail at sunset.

What modern convenience do you wish existed when you were younger? The Internet.

If you could buy one absolutely frivolous thing, what would it be? A travel pass allowing me to go to all the places I have yet to be.

What's your favorite movie or TV show? Coach Carter.

What aspect of childhood do you miss most? Kick the Can.

What three people would you invite to dinner (living, fictional, historical, etc.)? Einstein, Ghandi and Abraham Lincoln.

What's your favorite specialty coffee or tea drink? Hazelnut latte.

Where is your favorite place to take visitors from Outside? McCarthy, Alaska.

What's the one thing you wish for? That all people truly understand the power of loving what you do and doing what you love.

This article published in The Alaska Star on Thursday, August 20, 2009.