Six
years ago I embarked upon a journey called the Miss America Organization. Little did I know that the road I would
follow would be filled with twists and turns and many ups and downs. However, now I would not trade these experiences for
anything in the world. I am the woman I am today because of the Miss America Organization and the many dedicated volunteers
in New York State who have supported me.
I can still vividly recall what made me compete-what I saw at age 17 that motivated me to set out on this journey and
has kept me motivated. I was given a list of the characteristics of an ideal Miss America and one thing stood out on the page.
It was that Miss America should be a woman with the courage of her convictions. That is the woman who I strive
to be everyday- a sincere advocate for all that I believe in, including, but not limited to my platform: Conservation
Education: The Environment is for Everyone.
It
is my goal as Miss Adirondack International Speedway 2007 to educate people about the environment and in turn promote civic
responsibility and help move toward an ecologically sustainable future. I also want to use the story of my
journey as an example to help motivate others, to show that success can be achieved through perseverance and persistence.
