The Potty

For what we're sure will prove to be a total fluke, Emerson went on the big girl potty yesterday for the first time! Now, for you non parents this more than likely means little to nothing to you, but for those of us who fork over $30.00 for a box of Pampers, it gives hope that there is a light at the end of the diaper tunnel.
Here's how it all happened. Coincidentally, while the Vikings were taking a dump of their own against the Titans, Emerson looked at Mommy and said "Potty" and pointed towards the bathroom. She's burned us on this before by saying potty after already going to the bathroom, so we assumed this time wouldn't be any different. To our surprise, the diaper was empty and once we sat her on the seat (and after some theatrical grunting) she did it! She also made some fake pee noises just for effect.
Mommy and Daddy we're extremely proud of her!

Emerson's Favorite Politician

Since her parents pretty much have zero political interests, Emerson's latest infatuation with Al Franken is quite perplexing.

Back to Duluth

We realize it's been a while since we've posted...our apologies.

This weekend we headed north to Duluth to watch Daddy compete in the Northshore Inline Marathon. While in Duluth, we stayed at the Cottage on the Point (http://www.cottageonthepoint.com/), where we've stayed for the past three years.

Emerson enjoyed the house and heading out onto the beach to take in the views of Lake Superior. Saturday night she spent the night with Grandma and Grandpa Hubbell. She had the chance to play with all of her cousins and from what we're told was a good girl on her overnight excursion.

Here are a couple of pictures of Emerson on the beach.

A Weekend in Duluth

I went to Duluth this weekend to celebrate Grandma Hubbell's birthday. Saturday we went on a train ride up the North Shore. I loved looking at Lake Superior. Before the train left, we spent time down by the pier where I dipped my feet into the cold water.

Emerson Goes to a Parade

Mommy, Daddy, Grandpa, & Grandma took me to a parade in Winstead. I got to see lots of floats and even got to grab some candy (all for Mommy & Daddy of course). This is a picture of me and my cousin Riley.

My Name In.....Chalk

After playing at the park tonight, Mommy and Daddy helped me write my name in chalk. Isn't it pretty?

Here I am playing at Nicollet Commons Park. I love slashing around in the water!

My Busy Summer

Emerson has been busy this summer enjoying the warm Minnesota weather. We recently visited the Minnesota Zoo to teach her about new and interesting animals. Her favorite by far was the fish exhibit. She could have looked at them all day and been content.

We also exposed her to her first camping experience as we headed to Lake City over the weekend of June 27-29. Mom and Dad both agreed she did very well with being in an unfamiliar environment. She loved playing at the campground park and trying smores for the first time.

Her first real fireworks display happened this year as we headed to the Stone Arch Bridge with some friends. It was cute to watch her ohhh and ahhh at the display.

We also headed to our friends cabin near Leech Lake this past weekend. She enjoyed playing with her friends Emily and Addy and was at times the center of attention, something else she also enjoys.

She also likes going to the park in our neighborhood almost every day. She also agrees with a recent furniture arrangement which allows her to look out the front window and yell "outside!" or "bird!".