Amanda was born in and currently serves the United States as an Infantryman in the Army. She's served for 3 1/2 years including a combat deployment to Afghanistan as an explosive detecting dog handler. In her free times she enjoys the outdoors, reading, writing, the occasional puzzle, and learning new things. Her life goals include pursuing a career in cosmetology, attaining a Bachelor's Degree, and hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. She currently lives in Northern New York, preparing for an educational career and pursuing her interests.