Vieney Kruegar, LVN, has been a resident in San Saba most of her life. As a high school student here, she was the Salutatorian of her class, a member of the National Honor Society, a band member, and a Varsity cheerleader, as well as involved in many other school activities.

Vieney's husband, Chris, owns his own paintless dent repair business and also serves as a volunteer firefighter. Together, they help with the youth ministry at The Father's House. Vieney and Chris have six children: Timothy, age 4; Destiny, age 14; Devin, age 17; Aaron, age 12; Ashton, age 12; and Madison, age 17.

In addition to all of this, Vieney is a great nurse who takes pride with ensuring our residents' quality of life, comfort and happiness. She is continuously peppy and has a wonderful attitude when it comes to her job, as well as outside of our facility. We at Eventide are fortunate to have Vieney as part of our team!

Let's get to know Vieney a little better:

What would your word of advice be to the class of seniors who just recently graduated?

Stay true to yourself and to who you are!

What has been your greatest life lesson?

Living for Jesus . . . it is the greatest satisfaction in life! The greatest joy, peace and love!

Where do you escape to get some "Vieney" time?

None exists for me!

What would you like to accomplish in your lifetime?

To make some kind of positive impact on the next generation.

If you hadn't chosen nursing as a profession, what field would you have gone into?

Teaching.

What do you find interesting?

Home decorating.

What subject do you tend to get on your "soap box" about?

Jesus.

One item you don't mind splurging on?

Shoes!

If you had a surprise arrive on your doorstep, what would you hope that it would be?

Materials for my home, of any kind!

What is something about you that might be surprising to us?

That I moved back to San Saba from New Mexico.

In times of trial, who gives you the wisest advice?

My mom - Susanna Hernandez.

One word that best describes you?

Happy-go-lucky! Is that bubbly?

Your name is very unique. How did your parents come up with it?

My mom had a patient in the San Saba Hospital with that name, and she liked it . . . it's French!

How often, percentage wise, has your name been mispronounced in your lifetime?

90%.

What is your passion?

Family and Jesus!

What gets you motivated?

Falling behind.

If you were to title your life in a book, what would it be?

Expect the Unexpected.

What is your theme song?

Come What May.

What color brings you joy?

Green.

What do you dread most about getting old?

Physical decline.

What have you learned the most from working with the elderly?

Enjoy the simple things in life.

If you could leave one single word for your children to live by, what would it be?

Honesty.

An ideal evening with your husband?

Anything alone - just the two of us.

What are the attributes that you love most about him?

Intelligence, hard working and loyal.