Meet Danielle Mauricio

Name: Ashley Danielle Mauricio

Age: 17

Nationality: Mexican

Sponsor: Mexican Mutual Society

Parents: Lucas Mauricio Larry Eccelston

High school: Southview High School

Costume: “My costume is a folklore dress; its color is marigold and has lots of ribbon. It is used for dancing.”

Ethnic roots: Mexican and Indian

Favorite dish: Enchiladas

Favorite book: “Lovely Bones”

Favorite movie: “Beautiful”

Future plans: “I plan to go to college next year in the spring to become a lawyer.”

Princess comments: “Being able to share traditions, culture and cuisine is special about representing my nationality.”