The Kirbys

Nothing Says Fall Like Pettin' Goats...

October 23, 2010

While Mimi was here we made plans to visit a local pumpkin patch. We heard this one had a big corn maze and a pumpkin patch, hayrides and a petting zoo. Well, it wasn't quite what we expected... the short of it, we only stayed to pet the three goats in the petting zoo and only because we told Kylie we were going to go see the animals and she was really looking forward to it. Surprisingly, it ended up being a lot of fun. (I'm not a "goat person" so I elected to stay outside the fence with Emily and be in charge of taking pictures.)
Kylie loved the goats. She tried feeding them sticks for a while because when they first walked in she saw a goat chewing on a stick, so of course she assumed that's what they ate. Then daddy had the brilliant idea to feed them some green grass, go figure. They liked that a whole lot better and we had all three of the goats following Ky, Mimi and Daddy the whole rest of the time. We completely expected Kylie to be standoffish toward them based on how much she has disliked the other petting zoos we've been to, but she took to the animals right away, even giving them hugs and trying to pick up the "baby goa'."

"Gooooooooooooaaaaaatttt!!!!"

Em was my little buddy on the clean and less smelly side of the fence.

(I think she gets a little freaked out by my camera because this is usually the face she gives me when I turn and point it at her...)

This is when Ky was following around the Baby Goa'. Such concentration. "I'm gonna get cha."

Just saying hi...

And Mike got a picture of the three ladies before we left.

Taking T-itures

October 20, 2010

I've mentioned before that Kylie loves taking pictures. She likes to find some part of my camera equipment (usually my tripod attachment or, in this case, my battery cover) and pretend it is her own camera. She will set up her subject, step back and say, "cheese!" and then make a clicking noise. On this particular night I had a scheduled engagement session. Since mom was in town I didn't want to just leave them behind, so while I was at the U of A with my couple, Mike, my Mom and the girls were walking around campus too. They told me later that Ky had been taking pictures of squirrels and dogs and even asking passers-by to stop for a quick photo. (Where does she learn this?!?) I was so proud! When I met back up with them Kylie was still taking plenty of pictures. She even got up on a stump to get a better angle of the moon. I love her!

Twinners

October 18, 2010

Growing up, my mom would always dress my little sister and I in matching outfits. So, in honor of my mom, who was visiting, the girls got ready for bed and donned their cutest, most matchiest pajamas. (These ones are also my favorites because they are the softest , most cuddliest.)

Dinner Guest...?

So Wednesday night Mike says to me, "Oh, by the way, we are going to have a special guest over for dinner tomorrow..." I say, "Who?" He says, "I can't tell you... It's a surprise..." "What?!? Why can't you tell me? Do I know this person?" "Yes... I can't tell you who it is though..." And then I went on prodding him with questions, trying to figure out who on earth would be surprising us for a dinner date. He wouldn't answer any of my questions, but being the detective I am and based on his facial expressions, I had it narrowed down to one of his college roommates that was out here maybe looking for a job with Walmart..?

The next morning I get a call from Mike, "Hey, our guest is actually going to be coming over a little earlier..." "Like, when?" "Around lunchtime..." "Lunchtime 11:00 or Lunchtime 12:30?" "More like 11." (Mind you, it's 10:00 and I hadn't showered yet and the girls are still in their pjs.) "Um, can you stall for a little bit so I can hop in the shower?" "No, you don't need to shower." "Uh, yes I do! If we are going to have a guest in our home I would like to shower." "Believe me, don't shower..." (What? So now I started thinking that our special guest was actually Stacy and Clinton from "What Not to Wear" and they were coming to give me a makeover and Mike wanted me to look as gross as possible.) "Ok... just call me when you are getting close okay?" *hang up*

Ten minutes later I hear a quick little knock on my door. Seconds later another knock and another quickly followed. When I finally got to the door, I saw the back of a woman's head through the glass window. She had dark hair that was curled with the ends lightly flipped out, just like my MOM!!!!! As soon as I saw that little hair flip I started crying and as soon as I got the door open Kylie started screaming "Mimi!!! Mimi!!!" I gave her a huge hug and looked just past her to see Mike pulling her suitcase out of the trunk of his car.

Needless to say, she stayed for more than just dinner! We got to play with Mimi all weekend and it was fabulous! My sneaky little husband is quite the secret keeper. Apparently he had talked to my mom months ago about surprising me and even bought her ticket out here. Brownie Points? Oh yes!

The girls started every morning (and afternoon and evening) off with a tea party. "Mimi? Tea Party?"

Kylie insists on only serving "Wah-doh" at her tea parties.

I have sooooo much more to post about our super fabulous weekend with my Mom!!!

Sweet

October 14, 2010

I should be in bed right now but instead I am up looking at pictures of my little girls.

I feel so blessed when I think about these little princesses and I am so glad they're mine.

life is good.

That's My Girl!

October 12, 2010

On Monday, Kylie and I were playing in the living room while Emie was napping in her swing. Kylie insisted on bringing all of her teddy bears out of her bedroom and into the living room (which is completely normal- by the end of the day we usually have every toy Kylie owns lying on the floor in there). But then, she did this:

She got them all lined up and placed in the perfect pose then had a seat right next to "Daddy Bear" and said, "Mama, t-iture! Cheeeeeeese!" and this was before I even had my camera out. Of course I ran and grabbed it, then she insisted on helping me take the pictures of her bears too. So I pulled out my trusty old rebel and let her have at it. She knew just how to hold it and even where to push the trigger button.

It may seem silly, but it made me feel very proud to see my little girl taking pictures just like her mama. She often walks around the house taking "t-itures" and telling Mike or myself exactly where to stand and how to pose.

We got a lot of pictures of blurry bears and mama's feet, but then Ky took this one of Em. I actually really love it.

Pretty Baby

October 11, 2010

It seems like these months are just flying by with Miss Em. I can't believe she's already almost 3 1/2 months old. I feel like she should still be my itty bitty newborn and she should stay that way forever. But I do love watching her grow and learn. Today, she had an entire conversation with me, complete with squeals of delight and coos of frustration. Every time I would answer back to her she would give me the biggest, coy smile. She loves those little smiles, and so do I :)

On Saturday, while big sister was napping, Emie and I had a little bit of fun on Mama's bed with some really yummy window light. She is just too sweet!

Here she is at 3 months old...

.perfect.

Ready for "Nigh Nigh"

October 4, 2010

Bedtime always seems to get postponed in our house because Mommy and Daddy are the ones who just want a few more minutes to play. It's so silly, but we miss these little princesses when they are sleeping so we try to soak up as much as we can while they are awake.

Tonight we stole a few extra minutes with our girls before the polka-dot and princess jammies went on. I just love our laughs, tickles and cuddles right before bed.

"Soft hugs, Kylie. Soft... Soft!"

Roastin' Mallows

We had a really special Family Home Evening tonight. It was one of those nights where I wish I could just freeze time and enjoy it forever. I love just sitting back and watching my family, watching my girls and watching my amazing husband be to amazing Dad that he is.

Tonight we went out on the back porch, built a fire, roasted marshmallows, enjoyed smores, and enjoyed each other. {When I was pregnant with Emily, Mike and I would enjoy late night campfires just about every night after Kylie went to bed. It was such a nice way to unwind and talk about our day and just spend time together.} Tonight, we got to make new campfire memories with our girls.

Kylie is the definition of a Daddy's girl and Mike is completely soaking up every second of it.

I think this is my favorite picture of these two, ever.

Daddy building the fire and teaching Kylie about how the Holy Ghost warms our hearts.

I love my little drooly, bubbly, smiley girl! She is so fun!

Silly, Kirbys!

Looking at these pictures from tonight make my heart flutter. I love my family.

3 Months Old | Emily

October 1, 2010

Three Months! My baby is already three months old! She is growing so fast and getting so big. She loves to eat. She loves to talk. And she loves to watch her big sister play. She is so much fun, so cuddly and such a sweet little girl. Everywhere we go people are always commenting on how she is "such a good baby." She is a good baby. And she is also sleeping through night now (10+ hours), which is so fantastic and makes mommy so happy. We are so lucky to have our sweet little Emie Grace!!!

She and Daddy have their own little language. Without fail, every time Mike does their little "growl" she lights up with the sweetest smile and growls right back.