I have lived in Estes Park for over half my life. I enjoy the outdoors whether fishing, hiking, stargazing, shoveling snow, picking up pinecones, gardening… anything outdoors puts me at ease. I get frustrated when I feel I am not accomplishing something, so I would rather tinker with my truck, paint the garage, clean the yard, or do some writing than watch TV or movies. I love the diversity Estes Park offers and how this community constantly reminds me how alike we all are. I can find a commonality, or connection with nearly anyone I meet regardless of age, sex, or background and that reminds me what a small world this is and what a special place Estes Park occupies in this world.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I am married with a child.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I am currently a Personal Banker at Bank of Colorado. I assist individuals and businesses in finding the products that best suit their needs. I have always worked in customer service fields, and I enjoy the interaction and the relationships I have built with customers and co-workers.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Poppy’s Pizza and Grill Notchtop Bakery and Cafe Coffee on the Rocks
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
I have lived and worked in Estes Park for 26 years.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
Bob Brunson: His experiences, stories, and ability to live life to its fullest into advanced age were always made me smile.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
Movie: Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead TV show: The Black Adder
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Everything in moderation.
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
Coffee on the Rocks
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
I would have lunch with Carl Scott from Red Rose Rock Shop near the pond at Coffee on the Rocks. I’ll take the relaxing lunch with someone I enjoy chatting with over a fancy meal with a famous person I might not hit it off with every time.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
I really enjoy the constant opportunity to meet and interact with people from all over the world.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Retired and fishing a lot more.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I can experience sleep paralysis by choice and exit it effortlessly.
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
Discovery Cove, Florida
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My grandfather. He has been gone for years, but I still remember him fondly. I hope someone else will be able to say the same of me many years from now.
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Family, Pride, Comfort