March Update

Before winter officially ended, the Hoover clan ventured out on a trip to New Hampshire to spend some time with our close friends, the Randolphs. This meant more time for Emma and her dear friend Kaia to play together--this time taking in the Mardi Gras themed festivities.



Though neither could resist the pull of some princess costumes to top it all off.














We couldn't resist taking advantage of the fresh snow, particularly with the Randolph's large hill in front of their house.











After some warming up, the girls put their cooking skills to the test to collaborate on some home made sugar cookies.

The girls are incredibly sweet together, with never a dull moment of fun and games to be had. Most of them also require the Daddies join in for dancing, weddings, or whatever bad guy needs to come along. Every time we get them together, both families leave wishing we lived close enough for them to always be together, and at the very least attend the same school. The parents get along just as well, and we always look forward to our next "Hoodolph" reunion.


At home, Emma was finally able to make a snowman. The snow seemed to never quite get damp enough to take on the sticky qualities you need to make the perfect snowman. March's slight thaw brought on more opportunities, which Emma took full advantage of.



Parsnip nose, because Emma's got to be unique.



A little snow-swinging with her neighbor Bella.



Soaring above the powder.















Tossing the ball for Jager, who happily vaulted off the ice to snag it.



Again and again.







Who says the snow means no playground activities?



Or that Emma can't just pose the cold away?







Emma and Mommy also went with Meridy and Eva to feed some baby goats at a local farm.



They were hungry little suckers, and Emma got quite the kick out of them.



Emma has also dined on some requested "surprise" pancakes, including this puppy version prepared by Daddy. A pig and a kitten preceded this treat.



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