Hi, I’m Amanda. I’m a student living in Athens, Georgia. One thing that I will always hold close to my heart is my family. My parents and my sister, Kayla, shown in the picture to the left, have helped shaped me into who I am today and have supported me throughout life. From our stupid family jokes to our long serious talks, my family has always been a light in my life. My parents have raised me into a strong, Christian woman and taught me to always choose happiness. My mom has been the most hardworking person I have ever known. She has taught me that no matter how much you want to give up, you must keep your head up and push through with a smile on your face. My dad has been one of the most caring individuals I have ever met. He has taught me right from wrong through many heart to heart conversations that have only further shown me his love and support to me as well as the rest of my family. As for my little sister, she will forever and always be my best friend. She is the one I laugh the hardest and cry the ugliest with. She's the one who has been the greatest adventure partner and the best jam-session singer in the car rides. I cannot completely describe how thankful I am for these three individuals. As you can see, they have and always will bring so much joy into my life.