Lydia, born to a family of 11 children, was raised in Belfair WA. She attended Olympic College in Bremerton WA, studying Musical Theory and performing vocally for a local church group. She currently lives in Bremerton WA with her husband, Troy, her ever-loving dog, Penny, and the family's newest member, a small kitten named Jeeves. She enjoys numerous outdoor activities including: kayaking, hiking, backpacking and gardening and while indoors she takes pleasure in playing her piano, cooking, reading and practicing yoga.