[name_f]Lisette[/name_f] [name_f]Sonia[/name_f] Heriss (35) is Jordan’s mother and the eldest of the Heriss siblings. [name_u]An[/name_u] exhibit curator who specialises in the exploration of extinct animal species, [name_f]Lisette[/name_f] was always the most serious about academics when the siblings were compared, as well as having the most abrasive personality: not that it ever phased her much. Being the ‘second mom’ of the quartet, it’s not a label she ever felt stifled by, and really it’s important to [name_f]Lisette[/name_f] knowing that her sister and brothers’ felt comfortable confiding in her when it was needed. It’s never surprised her siblings to see this is reflected in how [name_u]Jordan[/name_u] views her mom, and the adoration is absolutely returned: Lisette’s never one to shy away from the pride she has in her daughter, although she never wants her child to seem an excuse for bragging rights, and emphasises how Jordan’s successes are entirely her own to feel accomplished about.
While she sometimes teases [name_f]Sophia[/name_f] about things with [name_u]Jayden[/name_u] - displaying a playful side that’s reserved for those she’s closest to - [name_f]Lisette[/name_f] firmly supports her sisters’ choices, including that of not knowing if she wants to have children. It actually overwhelmed [name_f]Lisette[/name_f] a little when [name_u]Jordan[/name_u] was born and she was faced by so much attention by the extended family, as she happily existed in the background of things, working away at her studies: obtaining both a bachelor’s and a master’s before getting work in museums, moving up the ranks to obtain her position as an exhibit curator.
In spite of some being a little intimidated by [name_f]Lisette[/name_f] thanks to her work ethic and dedication at first, she’s very nurturing towards younger colleagues, and doesn’t resent the fact not everyone working alongside her is just as passionate about history. She worked a series of retail and waitressing jobs through college, so she understands for some people, it’s about a paycheck ultimately, and doesn’t think any shame should be found in needing time to get where you dream of being. Her brother closest in age - who Lisette’s always been very close with - jokes about her cynical sensibilities clashing with this, however she just laughs it off.
Since the birth of her daughter, [name_f]Lisette[/name_f] has dated casually a little, however she hasn’t settled down in any serious relationship, and really she’s content without one. [name_f]Lisette[/name_f] acknowledges that if the right person comes along, she’ll pursue a serious commitment, however she doesn’t need a romance in her life to be happy and content. The most important relationships she has are with her family and friends, especially her best friend, who Lisette’s known since middle school and who’s also a single mom. [name_m]Said[/name_m] woman is affectionately considered a second sister by [name_f]Lisette[/name_f], and they’re almost always talking about something involving numerous in-jokes, not that anyone resents this part of Lisette’s life. She isn’t inherently someone drawn to getting a pet, however the rabbits always make Lisette’s heart melt, and she’s just as fond of them as [name_u]Jordan[/name_u]: quite the feat given how much her daughter cherishes them.