About Melissa

All my life, I've had a true and personal value for children, for who they are; precious blessings from God with admirably imaginative minds, abundant hearts of gold, genuine innocence, a refreshing dose of liveliness and adventure, open mindedness, cheerful personalities, and a sense of encouragement that life is a simple thing, but also a beautiful gift. Children instill hope without even trying. They remind me why life is worth living, and bring a brighter outlook to the world that more people should recognize. I've recognized it myself through the chapters of my life as a big sister of my baby brother, mother's helper of baby cousins, babysitter of over 20 families, nanny, student of a technical high school program for early childcare, student of a college program for elementary education, summer camp activity specialist, teacher of hermit crab care, horseback riding instructor, assistant for pediatric dental patients with special needs, pediatric DA (dental assistant), and more.