Name: Doris Behrends

Age: 59

Place of Birth: Bad Salzungen

Family Status: Married

Children? Four

Job: Midwife

Education: Secondary school certificate, vocational training as a nurse and a midwife, various further training courses

How do I start my day?
My alarm goes off at 4:30am. I have a cold shower, do my hair, drink a glass of milk, take the dog for a walk, make breakfast for my daughter and myself. Then drive to the hospital.

What are typical German traits?
Being punctual, reliable, hardworking and well-organized

Do I have any typical character traits?
I'm helpful, family oriented, responsible about looking after my nearest and dearest and my expectant and new mothers

My biggest strength is: Always being there to help when I'm needed

My biggest weakness is: My inability to say no

What do I do in my spare time?
Spend it with my family, my children and grandchildren, handicrafts, swimming, skiing, cycling

My favorite food:
Dumplings, stuffed vegetables and red cabbage

What music do I listen to?
Oldies from the 70s and 80s, as well as new stuff

What would I like more time for?
For myself, my garden, my children and grandchildren

How do I feel about the future?
I'm a bit worried. Good health is important. Job security.

My philosophy is...be happy, keep a sense of humor, stay healthy, set a good example to your children

Author: Eugen Theise (jp)
Editor: Rina Goldenberg