Get to know Tyina King
Store location:
I am from “The Store with the Tree’s” Trumbull Denali. Prior to working here, I worked at Aldo the shoe/accessory store here in the Trumbull mall.
What are 3 words to describe you?
Happy Hardworking Dedicated
Where are you from and what was a favorite childhood memory?
I am from Bridgeport, CT born and raised but always wanted to live in the south. My favorite childhood memory was going on the Carnival Destiny cruise visiting 5 different Caribbean islands. Riding a horse in Aruba on the beach was awesome, I was a very happy 14-year-old.
What is your favorite outdoor activity?
I enjoy going for my walks outdoors to get some fresh air, sweat off calories, and clear my mind. Also if I can be at the beach all year long I’d be happy, I love to swim and relax under the sun.
What do you do when you aren’t working?
In my free time, I spend lots of time with my family; everyone knows my two nephews are my everything.
What is your dream vacation?
My dream vacation would be to go to Thailand, I’ve been dying to take pictures with the elephants there and enjoy the culture there.
What is your favorite food?
My favorite food is Soul food.
Tell us about a cool place you have visited
The coolest place I have ever been to was Dominica, I went on a tour and saw the beginning stages of Volcanoes (which smelled awful).
What is your favorite movie?
My favorite movie is The Wood.
If you had a superpower, what would it be?
If I had a superpower it would be to save all the children in my city from turning to the streets and go to school to become a doctor, artist, actor, and etc. I just want them to do something with their selves and not waste it in these streets filled with negativity.
What is a long-term goal you have?
My long-term goal is to continue to be positive and give positive advice to the youth.