Hi! My name is Arissa Freeman, and I am 8 years old. I was diagnosed with scoliosis when I was 5. I wear a Boston brace for 17 hours a day. In my free time, I like to swim, dance, play with my Barbies, and snuggle with my cat. Until I went to Higgy Con this Summer, I'd never met any kids who are going through the same scoliosis journey as me. Seeing other kids in braces, and even kids who have had spinal surgery, made me feel less alone. I made so many new friends! I look forward to returning to Higgy Con and being around the people that get me. Thanks for checking out my page!