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Name: Airman 1st Class Mabel Fuentes

Unit: 701st Munitions Support Squadron

Duty title: NAF recreation specialist

Hometown: Jackson Heights, N.Y.

Years in service: Two years and four months.

Why joined: I saw the Air Force as a challenge that would help me grow. With all of the educational benefits and traveling opportunities, I knew I would be able to learn and experience things most people don't get to.

Family: My parents are Guadalupe Fuentes and James Fuentes, and I have six younger siblings.

Hobbies: I enjoy traveling, reading, dancing and playing piano.

Favorite aspect of job: I love the daily interaction with members from different backgrounds, Air Force Specialty Codes and ranks.

Most memorable AF experience: During my last week of basic training, my flight got to speak to the new trainees. We were able to motivate them with positive words, emphasizing that they, too, would make it through basic training.

How do you make responsible choices: I think about how my choice will affect me, my family and the people I care about.