Editor's note: Kristyn Pankiw is a Pulse correspondent. Over the next weeks you'll meet the rest of the Pulse staff.
Name: Kristyn Pankiw
Age: 17
School: Chambersburg Area Senior High School, Chambersburg, Pa.
Favorite music: Coldplay, A Fine Frenzy and Dave Matthews.
Favorite colors: blue and peach.
Hobbies: writing, tennis, piano, reading, dancing.
Why did you join Pulse? I love writing and wanted to nurture my ability.
Favorite food: pasta
Favorite place: Germany and, of course, the beach.
Family: Parents, grandparents and a 14-year-old brother.
Style: charming and classic
Favorite book: "Pride & Prejudice"
What's your favorite little kids' show? "Little Bear," but I don't think it's on anymore.
If you could have a magical talent, what would it be? The ability to fly.
Favorite word and why: Simple. It's pretty and sounds soft.
If you could do anything, what would you do? Go sky-diving.
What eye color would you want besides your own? Blue like the ocean.
If you had to listen to one song for the rest of your life, what would it be? "Dream" by Priscilla Ahn.
Which animal would you be and why? An elephant. They're very deep, loving creatures.
Dog person or cat person? Dog, definitely. They're always happy to see you.
What's one thing you can't stand? Judgment.
Who do you wish you could meet? Nelson Mandela, Eleanor Roosevelt. And I think Emma Watson and I would be great friends.
Five things you can't live without: Family, friends, jeans, books and blush.
