John,

Today is Valentine’s Day, and also the 110th anniversary of Arizona’s statehood! I like to think of this coincidence as the perfect excuse to reflect on everything I love about Arizona…

A lot has changed since Arizona first became a state in 1912, but our state’s natural landscapes remain just as gorgeous. I love getting outside and exploring Arizona’s natural beauty – and these views from atop Piestewa Peak and from my office in the Executive Tower will never get old! 😍

I love to show my Arizona pride by cheering on Arizona’s awesome sports teams (including their mascots like D. Baxter the Bobcat)!

From Flagstaff to Tempe to Yuma to Bisbee to Scottsdale and everywhere in between, I love all the people (and pets) who make up this great state.

And I love that this past November, we came together to wholly reject hate and chaos in our state. We stood up for sanity and chose to build an Arizona for everyone.

I could go on and on, but I’m curious to hear, what do you love most about Arizona? Let me know by writing your own short love letter to Arizona:

I can’t wait to read your response! Thanks for taking the time to reflect with me on everything that makes our state so special.

Happy Valentine’s and Happy Statehood Day!

Katie