The Russo's

Gianna graduated from kindergarten on May 15th. They had a slideshow playing before it started. She said she wants to be a doctor when she grows up. Her and Parker opened up the ceremony by welcoming everyone   They told us all the things they learned through the year.    Her hat fell off during the ceremony, but her teacher fixed it.   Receiving her certificate  They did it!  We are so proud of her. She did great in her first year of school!    Hudson was able to get out of class to be at the graduation. Although, he said he would rather be at recess :)   All of her grandparents came   She had to take a picture with her best friend, Sam 😊 At the reception we found out from his mom that he asked Gianna to marry him. She said no and then he came back and said not now, he meant when they got older. He is so sweet!  ...

My sisters and I went to breakfast on Saturday morning and then got pedicures.  That afternoon, went to my mom's house for a barbecue. My Aunt Donna and her family came too.  We played a corn hole tournament.  We celebrated Luke's birthday   Group pictures: I'm thankful for my Mom and the godly example she has been. She has always had a strong relationship with God and a witness to others.   The girls enjoyed wearing Nana's high heels around and striking a pose  We tried to recreate a picture from 5 years ago. The kids are so tall now, that Hudson couldn't stand. When I see old pictures, it's so hard to believe that much time has passed. They have been such blessings to me and I am thankful to be their Mom.   My mother in law shared an encouraging message. I'm thankful to her for raising my husband and instilling godly values and character in him.   J...

Gianna completed her second year of dance. The recital was on April 23 this year. Friday the 21st was the rehearsal. We got there early and waited outside.   There was a lot of waiting involved and back and forth between the dances.   At least they had each other for company. Gianna was able to be in the same class as Grace this year and she looked forward to seeing her each week. Jetta also takes classes, but she is in a different class at the school  We actually got to leave after her second dance and didn't have to stay the whole time.   We had to be there at 2:00 pm on Sunday and it started at 3:00 pm. Gigi did her hair and I did her make up.   Waiting for the recital to start   Their first dance was tap "Your Love is Electric"  The second dance was ballet "What if I Shine"  We took some pictures in the hall after the second dance before she changed for the fin...