Noisemaker ...

My daughter has a friend staying for a sleepover and the noise level in the house has risen beyond what you would even anticipate for two 13 year olds. It's a lovely, happy noise ... just loud and constant.

Alyssa is one of those girls that will make a difference. She is smart, confident, engaging, hilarious, polite and loads of fun. Her enthusiasm for life is palpable and infectious and it is a delight to know her.