First Haircut!

We had our first haircut today. Emma Kate did so well. She sat in the chair all by herself like a big girl and smiled while Miss Becky cut her hair. The total haircut took about 15 minutes and she was all smiles and giggles the entire time. We had a great time and really appreciate Miss Becky and her skills! (We forgot to get a really good after shot but I will post some more pictures soon.)

Before Miss Becky

For Valentines Day we got to have a few hours with Matt and so we went to the Department of Motor Vehicles (fun, fun), cold stone creamery, and Ann Taylor Loft. Emma Kate liked Ann Taylor Loft the most and showed it by carrying the bag for about 10 minutes! She wouldn't let go! We also went to the park with Ela and LeAnn this week. We went on the swings and the slides. We also played in the grass and tried to take a few steps.

Superbowl - Glendale, Arizona

I was inspired by all the interesting stuff I saw on my friend Coy's blog, so I am attempting to add some items to our blog that do not necessarily revolve around what EK is doing. Hopefully, this will allow some of you out there to see what Alice and I are into as well.

On February 3rd, I had the opportunity to get a behind the scenes look at what all goes into a Superbowl. I must say it is amazing how much money, time, and resources are spent making sure it is the big event that it is. Whether it is the NFL, corporate sponsors, local/state/federal government, I think most would be amazed.

This was taken the day before the game. There were all kinds of things to do around the stadium.

I was really glad to be able to see it all, but not have to deal with parking and being in the crowds.

And of course there has to be a pic of the cameraman.

Emma Kate keeps us going

Emma Kate is a busy little girl. She has taken 3 steps by herself now and pretty much keeps us running around after her and her wagon. We have had a fun few weeks with Matt's parents here for a few days (they lovingly drove our car from AL to AZ) and then lots of play dates. Emma Kate got a Radio Flyer wagon for christmas and it is perfect for helping her learn to walk. The only problem is that she can't turn it around by herself and so she constantly needs someone to turn it for her (guess who? I wish we could teach Ashton how to do it!) Anyway, Matt has been working a lot and was at the Superbowl in Phoenix. Everyone else is doing great. Abbey and Warren are looking forward to late April when their son will be arriving. She looks and feels great! Nelson and Sarah are thriving in college and enjoying all their extra activities. Mom and Dad McGough are doing well in Russia and getting to see and do a lot. I am going to post some pictures of what we have been up to.

Ela and Emma Kate love playing together!

We were sad when Aunt Sarah had to go home

Emma Kate had a birthday party to attend at a neighbor's house so we took the wagon!

Aimee took us to the rodeo and we had a blast!

Emma Kate's favorite thing to do is eat! She is such a big girl as she drinks milk from a cup and eats everything I give her (not usually whole breadsticks!)

Thelma and Louise are going on their next adventure

Emma Kate and Ashton enjoyed a cherrios snack during the Superbowl

We had a play date with our friend Michael

Emma Kate did great in the 5k/10k race that we did with our friends Trey and Milena. She even won a medal!