Music surrounded me, as a child growing up in Washington state. Whether it was hearing choral hymns at church, or listening to multiple genres on the radio in my bedroom, music was a comfort. I knew that I wanted to sing for a living when I grew up. Like many individuals, my childhood dream was pushed aside as marriage and motherhood became my priorities. Whenever possible, I would work locally in musical theatre, as a soloist at special venues, or in a group by fronting a band. As satisfying as those opportunities were, they never replaced my yearning to push further and become a longstanding performer.

In June of this year, my twenty three year marriage came to an end and suddenly I felt defeated. Initially, my days were filled with anxiety and fear of feeling that my life was unfulfilled. But guess what? There will always be a ray of hope in my mind! Yes, life is tough, but I can make it! If I am here, life is not over and it is starting anew! Singing as a profession can actually be a reality if I focus and allow nothing to stand in my way! I want to follow this dream, no matter how old I am. It's my time to thrive! I'm not forgotten or unimportant. If blessed to do so, I will share my voice with everyone who wants to hear it!