Last Tuesday was Gabby's last day of PreK. She's off to Kindergarten now! We can't believe it! Her last day was filled with lots of fun activities. They had a carnival at her school with a petting zoo and crafts for the children and their families. She had a great time and we did, too!
In the morning before her last day. She's grown up so much in the last year.
Yesterday Gabby had her ballet and tap dance recital. She did wonderfully! We are so proud! She was so lucky to have Nonna, Uncle Tommy, Aunt Danielle and Vinny in town to attend. Below are photos and videos from dress rehearsal and the recital. Her ballet number was "Once Upon A Dream" and her tap was "Tutti Frutti." The videos from the rehearsal are closer up, but her tap rehearsal is in ballet shoes because they didn't have time for a shoe change. To get the full effect of "Tutti Frutti," you'll want to watch the recital video. She has a short solo in "Tutti Frutti" around the 1:35 mark.
Photos from dress rehearsal:
"Once Upon A Dream"
"Tutti Frutti"
Videos from Dress Rehearsal. Gabby is the front row and in the center.
"Once Upon A Dream"
"Tutti Frutti" (Love the air guitar!)
Before her recital. Posing for the camera.
Videos from the recital:
"Once Upon A Dream"
"Tutti Frutti"
Afterward, she was spoiled with flowers. She received so many compliments on her performance. She really loves to dance and gives it her all. Actually, Gabby gives 100% no matter what she does and that's why we are so proud of her.
Gabby with Nonna.
Gabby was a lucky girl to have family travel from far away to see her perform.
Our family.
After the recital, we enjoyed spending time together in the backyard.
Adriana and Aunt Danielle playing catch.
Nonna and Vinny.
A family game.
Gabby helping Vinny work the tee.
Nonna got all the kids these cute chairs for the summer. The cutest kids I have ever seen!
Love this one of Adriana!
Today we celebrated Uncle Tommy (May 10) and Vinny's (June 8) birthdays before Unc, Aunt Danielle and Vinny headed home. Vinny got a chance to enjoy a little ice cream and cake. Can't believe this cutie will be one soon!
I had a wonderful Mother's Day! Hard to believe this is my 6th Mother's Day, and I feel so blessed to be able to celebrate the importance of moms, especially my mom as well as my own milestones on this special day. Motherhood is the best thing I have ever done and by far the most challenging. But, I wouldn't change it for the world. I am so fortunate to have two loving, compassionate and beautiful little girls (and a wonderful husband, too!).
And as a side note, I broke my right foot last weekend. It was a silly accident and I am in a boot for the next 3-5 weeks. I am seeing an orthopedic specialist this week. I hope it's nothing too serious and that it can heal on its own. This last week has been challenging because of my immobility to some degree, but the girls and David have taken good care of me. A little extra love during Mother's Day week. :)
After Mass on our front porch. I love these little girls! They are the best gifts I have ever received.
Gabby made me this beautiful, one-of-kind pot at school. It's so lovely. We are going to pot the flower in it this week.
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Last night Gabby had a t-ball game. We've been busy the last two months games with anywhere between 1-3 times a week. The girls have improved immensely. We are really proud of Gabriella.
Fielding a ground ball in the pitcher's circle.
It was a hit!
Playing catcher. So cute as he gets in her stance.
