Tiana Corrales
Program Assistant II
Employment and Training

First Job: “Cashier at McDonalds.”

Birthplace: Fresno, CA

Years at FCEOC: 1 year

Favorite advice I give: “I am constantly reminding my kids about the importance of education and self-respect.”

Interesting experience/adventure: “Listening to my dad recall his bizarre memories of growing up.”

Favorite restaurant, dish, or pig-out food: “Me-n-Ed’s combination pizza.”

Proudest moment: “I actually have 5 proudest moments in my life and they are my 5 children.”

Greatest personal accomplishment: “It would probably be rebuilding my self-esteem after being in an abusive relationship.”

Best vacation I’ve taken: “In the summer when I took my kids to Santa Cruz.”

Favorite weekend activity: “Getting together with family and friends for BBQ’s.”

Last good book I read: “Suzanne’s Letters for Nicholas by James Patterson”

Scariest experience: “When we were at Santa Cruz and my youngest daughter almost drowned!”

If I had a million dollars I would… “I would buy a house, travel to far away places and just spend, spend, spend!!”

Favorite place to shop: “Wal-Mart.”

Favorite childhood memory: “Our family vacations camping at Dinkey Creek.”

I admire… “I admire my dad. He has always been there for me when I needed him.”

3 words that describe me best: “Honest, caring and dedicated.”

I like to read or watch: “I like watching American Idol.”

Favorite music or artist: “I like all music but I probably favor classic rock.”

In my spare time… “I like to just relax and spend time with my kids.”

If I’ve learned one thing in life, it is… “Nothing is a waste of time if you use the experience wisely!”