Named after mother's friend
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From: Reisa Capelli, Providence, R.I., reisakris@aol.com
Date: 5/3/00

My mother's friend, Reisa, liked my mom's name, which is Lark, and my mom liked hers and said when she had a daughter, she would name her Reisa. She said her friend said she would do the same by naming her daughter Lark. My heritage is Roman Catholic, Italian and Dutch.

Reisa >From the Latin root Risa; Probably form of Risa, Means Laughter

Expression a voice like the sweet song of chirping birds
Personality very conscientious, but shy
Natural she is a priceless pearl
Emotional she is happy because she is continually busy
Character a lady always willing to help others
Physical a whirlwind of power
Mental she uses her knowledge of the divine
Motivation she is enthusiastic and aggressive