Hot Mama of the Week: Corey DePappa
May 9th, 2011
Name: Corey DePappa
Kids: Ansley – 2 years old
Occupation: Part-time third grade teacher, NYR Organic Consultant, Photographer
Hometown: Belleair, Florida
H&H Interview with Corey:
1. What are the top 3 items in your grocery cart?
Almond butter, Ezekiel bread and Quinoa
2. What are you reading (honestly)?
Right now I am reading ‘The Bucolic Plague’ – Josh Kilmer-Purcell’s Farm Memoir. I have been a fan of The Fabulous Beekman Boys and their chic way of sustainable living. The fact that it is a memoir also ranks it high on my list. I am LOVING this book!
3. What is your guilty pleasure when you get a little coveted ‘me time’?
I honestly find it difficult to figure out what to do with ‘me’ time when I have it but if I do, I enjoy lounging in my backyard and taking an occasional dip in the pool. It seems to freeze time and make me feel so care-free and relaxed!
4. What would we be surprised to find in your purse?
I have a pretty typical ‘mom’ purse with just about everything I need to get through the day. Sanitizer, lip gloss, wipes and my Starbucks card are essentials!
5. What is your favorite movie and why?
I am a sucker for love stories and musicals so in my world, the perfect marriage of the two is “Moulin Rouge.” It is one that I could watch time and time again!
6. What is your most dreaded household chore?
I actually really enjoy cleaning my house but if I never had to do laundry again, I wouldn’t complain! Laundry is just a never-ending and monotonous cycle.
7. What is the funniest thing your daughter has said or done lately?
Ansley has been quite proud of her manners lately and a few nights ago she had been ‘asleep’ in her room for a good 30-45 minutes when I sneezed and to my surprise, “bless you mommy!” came from her quiet room! When I didn’t respond, a few moments later and a little louder, “bless you mommy!” was repeated. I finally thanked her and she politely ended with, “welcome!”
8. What is your favorite quotation?
“Home is where the heart is.” I know it isn’t a fabulously mind-blowing quote but to me, it says it all. With the hustle and bustle that we all deal with on a daily basis, it is important to remember what really matters in life; family. Whenever I am feeling out of my element or overwhelmed, I remind myself that I am incredibly blessed with an extraordinary husband and daughter. I am also a part of an incredible family that stretches from a couple of miles down the road to the mountains of East Tennessee. Regardless of what I face, in my mind, my life is perfect because of my family.
9. What songs are top on your iPod playlist right now?
Anything by Jamie Cullum! His playlist is must for the start of my day. My music choice is all about my mood so it could be anything from Alan Jackson to Vampire Weekend to Michael Jackson to Elton John!
10. Who is your favorite celebrity mom and why?
I have to be honest that I don’t keep up enough with E! and People magazine to say I have a favorite celebrity mom. I couldn’t imagine trying to balance that type of stardom with being a mommy! More power to those who can do it!
11. What is one thing most people don’t know about you?
I have always dreamed of living on a farm. We have worked on making the best use of our space for gardening but if I could have the chickens, goats and a plethora of our own home-grown food, I would be in heaven! I know many would think I will avoid getting my hands a little dirty at all cost but actually, there is nothing I love more than going outside and tending to our flowers, fruits, vegetables and herbs. There is something very rewarding and peaceful about being part of mother nature.
12. What is your secret to staying Hot & Healthy?
If I have to sum up my lifestyle I would say I try to keep healthy balances as much as possible both physically and emotionally. We don’t limit ourselves to organic leafy greens and carrots but we do make a conscious effort to eat as healthy and organic as possible. I recently got hooked on Hot Yoga and that has been a nice way to get some physical exercise into my routine in addition to running around with Ansley J I also find that balancing my time with being a teacher, a mommy and a wife simultaneously is challenging but crucial. My emotional well-being directly affects my physical well-being. Balance is key!
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