Originally from Michigan, I moved to Pagosa Springs with my husband in 2021, drawn by the stunning views and the lifestyle that comes with living near the mountains. I’m happiest outdoors — hiking, camping, playing pickleball, various into winter sports, or doing anything that lets me soak in the beauty of this place we’re lucky to call home.

Twice a week, I teach a cardio dance class, and my habit of singing along to the music sparked something unexpected: I began singing for friends and family. With the help of talented friends on guitar, we’ve spent the past year performing at open mic nights, around campfires, and in living rooms filled with people we love.

Your vote would give me the encouragement to keep growing, keep singing, and share my voice at even more venues throughout our community.

Seeds of Learning is excited to announce our new fundraiser, Hometown Voices and Nashville Stories. This new event will be a “can’t miss” night, featuring Nashville Hall of Fame singers/songwriters Jeffrey Steele, Wendell Mobley, Danny Myrick, and Megan Linville. This award-winning group has written songs for some of Nashville’s most talented artists like Tim McGraw, Kenny Chesney, Rascal Flats, Jason Aldean, Montgomery Gentry, and others.

In addition to performances and stories from this group of talented artists, your hometown voices of Pagosa will compete for this year’s Judges’ Choice and People’s Choice awards in a “voice” type competition. Contestants, consisting of both duets and solos, will contend for your donation votes and the votes of our Nashville songwriter judges.

This event raises critical funds to support Seeds of Learning’s quality, NAEYC accredited early learning program.