One of my first impressions of Tessa, as well as my most vivid memory, was an evening in freshman year, Tessa greeted me with a smile after a run in the humid summer air of Baltimore. I praised her for her commitment for workout after a long day of class, and she shrugged, "nah just 3 miles". She looked sweaty and was panting, but the energy she exuberated made her look so beautiful. That is how I have always remembered her, hence I was shocked when she told me about her health issues later. She was always so smiley, sweet and energetic, that I can't associate the shadow of this illness with her. Tessa, thanks for coming to this world, and for making this world a bit more beautiful for people who have gotten the chance to know you. You will be missed.