Wendi Russo 
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Mrs United States National Pageant Photos-

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In the National Mrs United States Pageant , I am proud to say that I came in first runner up!   The National pageant is a scoring system, so each contestant is scored in interview, evening gown and swimsuit and then top 12 was chosen.  All answer a question and the judges re-score after reviewing the top 12 re-competing.  The winner was 30 year old ,  Mrs. Mississippi, who also won swimsuit.  My coach, Janice McQueen was very helpful and I worked very hard to acheive my fitness goals in 2 short months after my state win.

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Mrs. Minnesota United States Pageant 2010 Pre Party

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Reigning Mrs. MN U.S., Holly Ernst-my mentor and good friend  Below is Shelly Galde who is an amazing hair stylist and put in my extensions!  She is on France Avenue in Edina.

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Before opening number we line up

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I loved meeting everyone! Such an incredibly accomplished group of women!

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Evening Gown Competition

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Thrilled as Holly crowns me!  An incredibly memorable moment in time!

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My wardrobe was from Sarah Moses at Michaels Pageant Shop in New Brighton.  Thank you Sarah!

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With good friends and supporters, Sarah, Heather Hall, Mrs.MN America 2009 and Holly Ernst

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Jason Young and Youngquest Fitness always supported my goals and helped me look my best!

Style and Grace owners, Erica Nego and Ashley Hawkins helped coach me in my stage presence and walking/posing at the National pageant, helping me to achieve my first runner up status.

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None of this would have been possible without my incredible, patient and supportive husband Corrado.  Thank you Amore!  Ti Amo! XOXO

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