At 12 years old, Abby graced the December 2015 cover of SW FL Parent & Child magazine. Inside, we spotlighted her phenomenal talent as a singer — an opera singer.
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Abigail Fletcher is featured in the December 2015 issue of SW FL Parent & Child magazine.
That year, she had won first place in the Junior Category of the 2015 American Protégé International Vocal Competition, landing her a performance at Carnegie Hall in New York City. For our photo shoot, she brought not only her performance gowns, but her cowboy boots. She told us how she loves horses and dedicates her singing to Special Equestrians. Well, she still loves horses and music, but her passions are taking her much higher.
Where is she now?
She’s living in: Cape Coral
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Abigail Fletcher today
Age: 16
Attends: North Fort Myers High School, dual enrolled full time at Florida SouthWestern State College
Tell us about yourself. What do you enjoy doing now?
Life has been crazy this past year. In May of 2018, I underwent a full spinal fusion which showed me what I wanted out of life: to live out my faith in every aspect of my existence.
Although music is still a major part of my life,my career goals have taken a turn to the sky.I started working on my private pilot license in May of 2019, and I plan to have it completed by June of 2020. Flying is my passion and I can honestly say it’s what I want to spend the rest of my days doing.
In my free time, I also enjoy competitive horseback riding, volunteering with Aviation Explorers, staying active in my church and swimming laps to stay fit. I’m incredibly lucky to have supportive parents who allow me to chase my dreams and follow God’s plan for me.
What do you love about growing up in Southwest Florida?
Southwest Florida has been my home for all 16 years of my life. Although I will be leaving next year to begin my college journey, I know I can always come back to Southwest Florida to be reminded of the laughs I bellowed, the tears I shed and the memories I made here. I’m incredibly grateful for all of the resources and opportunities the area has provided to me through its respectable theater departments,vast cultural history and unique opportunities to grow and learn. To name the one thing I love about Southwest Florida, it would be the people who unconditionally supported me and cheered me on even when I didn’t know it.
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Abigail Fletcher is featured on the cover of the December 2015 issue of SW FL Parent & Child magazine.
What’s one piece of advice from an adult that’s been really helpful?
Back in middle school, my mom handed me a book written by Admiral William H. McRaven, called “Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life… And Maybe the World.” The main message I gathered from it was to always start your day by making your bed so that no matter how bad the day is, you accomplished something. This book taught me to see the joy in the little things and not take anything for granted. It’s a great read that I truly recommend for any young person or anyone in general.EDITOR’S
NOTE: Abigail plans to study aeronautics at either Liberty University or Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.