Happy Easter!

When I got up Easter morning, I was amazed to see my Easter basket overflowing with so many goodies! Mommy painted a house for my little animals Daddy bought me, I got a new outfit, lots of candy, a bicycling bunny, and lots of other yummy stuff. I had to tear into the chocolate Care Bear as soon as I could!

Getting ready for Peter Cottontail!

We had to wait for Peter Cottontail to come back from his lunch break to take a picture with him. After Daddy walked me around Peter's house to smell the flowers, we took a break on this bench.

Here Comes Peter Cottontail...

When I finally got to the Easter Bunny, I decided I didn't really want to see him ater all. I tolerated sitting on his lap for just a minute, and then told him "bye-bye"! He sure is a lot bigger than I remember from last year!

Yum-O!

We went to McAlister's Deli for lunch on Saturday, and I did my impersonation of Rachel Ray. I put my pretzel in my hot dog bun and ate it like a sandwich. Yum-O!!!

A-Hunting we will go...

I went to my 2nd annual Easter egg hunt at our church on Saturday. It was really cold! I hunted down some yummy eggs, and got to see the animals at the petting zoo. Then, I got to plant my own flower! I love flowers, so I can't wait to see what grows!

Fun at Zoo Atlanta!

Daddy, Mommy, & I went to the zoo on Thursday. We had such a great time! The first animal I saw was an elephant--my favorite. Then we got to see the pandas, gorillas, sea otters, kangaroos, snakes, and another favorite, the turtles! Here I am, acting like a big monkey. Daddy says it's a perfect fit!

Look at all the animals!

I posed with Mommy on the Willie B. statue, with Daddy in front of a Budweiser Clydesdale, and by myself in a HUGE birds nest. What's bigger, the nest or my eyes?!

Waiting for the train...

I had the most fun of all waiting for the train to come. I boogied, played with the ropes,made faces, and waved to the train. I loved coming and seeing all the animals, and riding the fun rides too!

Too Cute!

After my "showa" tonight, I got to use Mommy's hair "towa" to wrap my hair up! I love being a big girl!

Clean up, clean up, everybody, everywhere!

Friday night we went to Monterrey's (again). I was so excited because the waitress let me clean up the place. I vacuumed all over the restaurant. Mommy and Daddy had to drag me away from there. Mommy tried to placate me by letting me vacuum at home, but it's just not the same.

Chillin' out...

My aunt 'Chelle had to have surgery last week, and while she was in the hospital, I went to babysit my cousins with Papaw while Mommy and Daddy were at work. I helped Papaw cook dinner and give Kaitlyn her bottle. I helped Stephen and Chris play with their Hotwheels cars and helped Michael play his video games. All that helping wore me out. I had to collapse in the first chair I saw. Luckily for me, Kaitlyn likes to share!

Poor, uncoordinated Mackenzie!

Well, it finally happened. I got my first pump-knot on my head. I was running as fast as I could to see my Nana, and barrelled head-first into the door frame (that's been in the same spot for 30 years!). Mommy and Daddy heard the sound of my head hitting the wood, and came running. I tried to be brave and let them hold a cold washcloth on my head, but it was so hard. I think I might have learned why Mommy says not to run in the house. Aren't I pitiful?

Ride 'em, cowgirl!

As you can see, I have my own horse. His name is Max, and everyone else thinks he's a dog. But I know the truth. The other day he laid down in the floor and begged me to hop on. I, of course, couldn't say no. So on I got, and we giddy-up'ed all evening. In this shot, I'm getting ready to say "Yahoo!" Look out, cowboys, here I come!

Party Time!

My great-uncle Tommy and great-aunt Judy celebrated their 25th anniversary this month, and commemorated the occasion by renewing their vows on Sunday. I had so much fun getting dressed up and seeing my extended family. I got to eat lots of yummy food, and play with my cousins. I can't wait to see them all again. Congratulations, Judy and Tommy!

Happy St. Pat's!

As you can see, we got all decked out for St. Patty's Day. Daddy had a guy's night out, so Mommy and I went shopping and out to eat. I enjoyed being Mommy's little leprechaun!

Go Thrashers!

I got to go to my first Thrashers game on Friday! Mommy, Daddy, and I went and met up with Emma, Mr. Scott, and Ms. Sara. We had so much fun. I got to ride MARTA for the first time, too! I made sure I got really comfortable for the long ride--it took about 4 minutes to get to Philips Arena! Thanks, Jordan Family, for the tickets!

Hammin' it up...

Mommy and I went to the salon for our haircuts with Ms. Terri. I loved wearing the fish cape, and modeled it for the entire salon. Then it was time to settle in with a good magazine to wait for Mommy. This is the life!

Weeeee....

Mommy and Daddy got me this cool new slide to have in the backyard. It's just my size. Every morning, I wake up and ask to go "Weeeee!!!"

Erin Go Bragh!

I am definitely getting the hang of holidays! Mommy and I went shopping, and I found the cutest leprechaun hat! Nobody can pinch me on St. Patty's Day!

Funny girl...

Daddy took this cute picture of my with 2 of my Backyardigans friends. I love to sit on the couch and cuddle with them.

Backyard Fun...

The weather has been so nice, I've been able to go outside and play a lot more lately. I'm not sure yet about riding my four-wheeler in the grass; it sure is bumpy! But I love swinging and sliding with Daddy and Papaw.

Mackenzie's Half-Birthday!

Mommy, Daddy, and I went out for our usual trip to Monterrey's. While we were there, we realized that that night was my half-birthday! Just to be fun, Mommy ordered us a sopapilla (for those of you who haven't had the opportunity to have one, it's delicious!) and we celebrated. Happy 18th month to me!

We're back!

It's been a long time since Mommy posted anything on my blog. Here are just a few things I've been up to since last time...

Mommy put my hair in pigtails for the first time. I enjoyed wrapping my baby in a baby blanket Aunt Michelle made for me. I had so much fun with a balloon I got at the mall (it used to be a poodle!). And I relaxed at home with a good book. We have been very, very busy this year. Hope to see you soon!