~Balloon Release ~

My friend Lorren from highschool, lost her brother Russell last year.  Today, was his birthday and she asked friends and family to do a balloon release in his memory.  

Here is Lorren's reason behind the ballons.   

"If you are curious as to why the balloons, Russell as many of you know, is a big kid at heart and what symbol doesn’t show children or childhood like a balloon. Also Russell always put up with my crazy ideas and was there to support me no matter what and put up with my silliness. Black because, he loved it!"

(sidenote: Check out Lorren's awesome blog http://barefootnparadise.blogspot.com/)

~ In Memory of Russell Pallone ~

 One thing I will never forget about Russell was his sense of humor.  He could ALWAYS make you laugh and put a smile on your face!  Russell may be gone but he will never be forgotten!!!  Happy Birthday Russell!  

~ Shopping with Aunt Tori ~

Elliana & Aunt Tori

After a busy day of course, Aunt Tori came to hang out.  Elliana and I did a quick shopping run with Aunt Tori tonight after dinner.  When I say quick I mean it.  We made it through two stores and back home in less than 45 minutes.  That has to be a record!