The Last Bell

Our Russian "daugher", Luba, invited us to the celebration that happens in almost all Russian schools, The Last Bell.  She graduated this year and her parents were unable to attend, so we went in their place.  We had lots of fun experiencing this tradition for the first time.  Here are a few pictures:

 Patiently waiting for the start.

 The opening ceremony.

 Seniors sending off balloons.

 Younger grades helping celebrate.

Deana in Germany

In May, Deana was able to travel to Germany for a ladies' conference.  She enjoyed her time there.  Here are just a few pictures of the things she saw along the way.

Justin Bieber Comes to Moscow

Ella was very excited after we returned from our time in the states to see the posters about the concert coming soon at the end of April.  Here are a few pictures of the evening she had out with her mom to McDonald's and the Justin Bieber concert.  

 She begged for tickets and we kept it a surprise for quite a while.

 Right after getting her tickets.

 On the way.

 McDonald's is her favorite.

 Waiting to enter.

After LOTS of waiting, he finally comes out on stage!