• How would you define "beauty?"
Beauty to me comes from the soul. It is very important to stay in shape and all that but personality and intelligence define a person wherever she goes.

• What were your reasons for joining the Miss Ecuador pageant?
The important factor that let me to enlist in Miss Ecuador was my desire to participate in Miss Universe and get to represent my country. I had done some modeling and runways before and realized how much I liked it. I worked hard to get it and this has brought me to where I am right now.

• How were you elected as Miss Ecuador Universe? Describe the judging process.
We started off as a big group of girls and after the judges asked us one question, five of us were selected. The judges asked us another question and after that they started announcing the 4th, 3rd, 2nd and 1st runners-up, and ultimately the new Miss Ecuador.

• What do you think are your qualities that helped you earn the judges' approval & the crown?
I was very confident with the way I expressed my answers. I worked very hard and prepared myself well for the pageant. I knew I had the potential and I'm pretty sure that it was what the judges saw in me when they elected me as the new Miss Ecuador Universe.

• Tell us about your preparations for the Miss Universe contest.
To tell you honestly, my preparation is very hard. To start with, I thought that all the trainings I've had before as Miss Ecuador candidate was enough. But my trip to Venezuela for further coaching did not just strengthen my expertise in runway but also gave me the right attitude and improved my public speaking skills. I still continue working for the pageant with the aid of professionals and the Miss Ecuador organizers.

• Can you tell something that is so interesting or unique about you?
I am not afraid of trying new things. Personally, I believe that change is always a challenge that I am willing to take on. I am always trying to make new friends and see the world in an eclectic perspective.

• Any beauty queen/s that you really admire? Why?
I appreciate Miss Ecuador 2003 Andrea Jacome for she was able to carry out many valuable works during her reign. She is a woman with beauty and great intelligence. The Miss Universe that I admire is Amelia Vega. She impressed me a lot because of her exciting personality.

• Describe your fashion sense and style.
I am very simple and I am not the dressy kind. I just wear what I want but I make sure that I can pull off every outfit I choose. 

• How will you describe your country to your co-candidates at Miss Universe? 
Ecuador is a magnificent country full of diversity. It enjoys all kinds of weather. It is a place that you must visit at least once in your life. Its beauty, surroundings and incredible places such as the Galapago's Islands and the fascinating jungles will surely captivate your heart!

• What is your opinion on activists' point of view that exposure of too much skin in the swimsuit competition disrespects women?
To me, it is not disrespectful as long as the swimsuit doesn't reveal what it shouldn't. It is necessary for the judges to see and appreciate our beauty in order for them to make decisions because after all, this is a beauty contest.

• Supposed there is a Genie who happens to be mad at you for a wrong deed committed and his punishment is to turn you into an animal for a year. You can't plead to alter his decision but you get to decide what type of animal you would become, what creature would you choose and why?
I would want to be a lion. A lion represents power, strength and has immense abilities as the king of the jungle. If I have all these qualities, I could definitely survive the hard setbacks of nature.

• If it were your last day on earth, what would you eat & why?
I would like to enjoy eating a variety of foods that I love the most. I will prepare a grand buffet with all the appetizing desserts in the world!

• Do you have a motto or personal quote that you live by?
Life is not easy but nothing is impossible; don't ever be afraid of achieving your biggest goals and dreams; and if you fall, get up and try again!

• Aside from winning your title, what's the best thing that has ever happened to you?
Having an amazing family is the best thing that has happened to me. I lost my mother at a very early age and even though I wished I could have met her, I am so grateful that she left me at the incredible hands of my entire family that makes me feel so special and loved.

• Do you think winning a beauty pageant is really important? Tell us about your responsibilities as Miss Ecuador titleholder.
When I assumed the Miss Ecuador crown, it was clear to me that I will be holding many obligations in the area of social work. I'm highly campaigning for the advancement of the educational system in my country. 

• Why do you want do be crowned Miss Universe and how would you define the title in your own terms?
To become Miss Universe is a realized dream but it entails serious and greater responsibilities. The title has something to offer the world as the woman who carries it promotes various causes for the benefit of many people. 

• What should pageant experts, your fellowmen, fans and beauty watchers expect from Miss Ecuador at Miss Universe 2006 pageant?
They should expect the best of me. I am preparing myself and working very hard every single day to accomplish my goal of doing the best job as representative of my beautiful country. I will give all of you a combination of intelligence, beauty and charisma. 

• Finally, leave a message for your fans, supporters and the readers of Missosology.
I would like to thank my friends, family and all my supporters and the people who are coaching me for Miss Universe. Your support, dedication and motivations are very priceless because even though I am far from Ecuador, I feel you closely as if you were giving me a pat on the back and helping me keep my chin up high.