To be able to represent my area of New York City as Miss Metropolitan is such an honor and also mentioning my favorite place in New York City is the “Metropolitan” Opera. I started singing when I was five years old, and for as long as I can remember I dreamed of living in New York and performing on it’s stages. To me New York has always been a magical place, filled with bright lights and endless opportunities. What can I say? I was born a “Broadway Baby.”

     I am looking forward to competing at the Miss New York Pageant in June. It will be held at our states capital Albany. I am excited to see what they have in store for us. I know I have a lot of work ahead of me, but I am working with the most talented people. Thank you Diane, Chrissy, and Recardo for being our directors and helping us every set of the way.

     I want to Thank the people who have helped me greatly to prepare for the Miss Metropolitan Pageant. First of All Thank You to God, for being with me every step of the way. Thank you to my Parents, who are the most amazing parents in the world. Mom and Dad you both are so supportive of everything I do. Thank you Mom and Dad for being my best friends and my role models. Thank you to my communications coach Don Baker, you are such an inspiration and have really helped me in preparing for my interview and my job as a title holder. Thank you to my Martial Arts Coach Marcos Santos and Fernanda, for attending the pageant and helping me work out. Thank you to Regalia, David and Carry you both have been so supportive of me over the years and I want to Thank you from the Bottom of my Heart. Thank you Ms. Caplan you are such a fantastic voice teacher. Ever since attending Manhattan School of Music you have changed my life and helped me find my true voice. Last but not least, Thank you to my family and friends for all of your love and for supporting me in my endeavors to one day become Miss New York and Miss America.
 
Much Love,
-Amanda-