I remember Vanessa as a pre-teen, very strong willed and loved her mom and dad. Much like her mom, my dear friend, determined to be her own person in a world where so much change was occurring for her. She liked to have fun and was your typical teen, challenging to parents. I know without a doubt she was loved and she knew that too, as I can tell from her posts I have read on facebook. May she rest in peace and may her family hold her most fondest memories in their hearts. God bless each of you.