Christmas with the Irby's

Having a house filled with young boys is exciting!  James, Sam, Andrew, and Ben had a blast tonight wresting, playing with dinosaurs and trains, playing the piano, and running around after each other!   When we were getting into the car to leave for Paducah, I told Sam that we were going to go play with James and Andrew...what a mistake!  45 minutes was WAY to long for Sam to wait!  Once we were there, he let his excitement come out!  Sam laughed, screamed, and danced the entire night!  Some times, I would look at him and he would be shaking with excitement because he couldn't keep his enthusiam to himself!  It amazes me to see how much James has grown.  It just seems like yesterday he was Sam's size and now he is so tall!  He was wonderful with Ben as we ate dinner.  He would bounce his seat and make him smile, which I thought was so sweet.  I also thought Sam would start to get into his personal space, but James shared all his toys and they played great together!  Sam was worn out on the way home, but sweetly asked, "Momma, can I play more?" Tomorrow morning...we will be heading back to Paducah for another fun-filled day!!   

Memommy's Bithday Celebration

Late for church, but faster than a speeding bullett

Sam and Ben were given matching Superman shirts for Christmas.  Sam loves his and wanted to wear his to church on Sunday, so we let him.  As usual, we were running late for church and were on the way out the door when Sam had a small melt down.  Huge alligator tears streamed down his cheeks as he realized his baby brother did not have his Superman shirt on.  We don't typically give Sam everything he wants, but we did think it was sweet that he wanted his brother to look like him, so we ended up changing Ben's outfit, taking pictures, and walking into church 5 mintues late!  Oh the things I thought I would never do!!!  I think they look precious!!

Christmas Morning 2010

The most precious words came out of Sam's mouth this morning...
Sam..."Morning momma"
Me..."Good morning Sam!  Did you sleep good last night?"
Sam..."Santa come see Sam?"
Me.."Yes, Santa came to see you and Ben!"
Sam.."I need out...I need to go see!"

Sam was a little sleepy eyed, but he was out of bed in a hurry and found his Santa bag waiting for him by the fireplace!  He was perfect!  As Ben ate his morning bottle, Sam pulled each gift out one by one and oowed and aawed at each one!

After opening presents, we went to Gran Gran's house for a delicious breakfast followed by opening more presents.  Sam was really into the first few gifts, but once Granddaddy's lazyboy was out of the enormous cardboard box, Sam made a clubhouse and stayed in there for the next few hours.  Ben was bright-eyed while we opened presents and smiled the entire time! 

Later in the afternoon, Gram and Pap came to our house to let the boys show them all the presents they had recieved.  I think Pap said it perfectly..."He is a little overwhelmed by all his new toys!"  I had forgotten what a joy it was to have little ones at Christmas time!  Both boys were great all day and made everyone smile.  We love them so much!!  Merry Christmas 2010!

All Dressed up for Santa Claus

I don't know who loves their brother more!  When we found out that we were expecting another boy we were by several people that Sam would sometimes be jelous of Ben.....but that is not the case!  We have not seen jelousy out of Sam at all!  He loves to calm Ben down when he is upset, loves to make him laugh, and will not go anywhere without him!  It is neat watching two brothers grow up so close together and we love to watch Sam make Ben smile and laugh!  Tonight, Sam told Ben to sleep good because Santa Claus wouldn't come see him if he was awake!  I hope Ben listens!!

Superman Here We Come!

At first, this was a regular Christmas gift from Uncle Daniel and Aunt Jennifer....then it went to a whole new level!  Sam takes after Jennifer when it comes to Superman!  His eyes lit up and he wanted to wear it immediately!  He also thought it was neat that Ben had one to match!  I am sure they will both be worn very soon! 

 

Christmas Eve 2010

Christmas Eve 2010 started at Gram and Pap's house and within 15 minutes of our visit, both boys were asleep!  I hated they didn't get to visit long, but was excited that they would both have energy to last through the eventful night!  It was also nice being able to visit with my parents without interruptions!  The weather had taken a turn for the worse and before we left, it was sleeting and snowing! As we loaded into the truck, Sam was upset that we had snow on us!  

Did you know that cows need Christmas lights too?  Sam thinks it is a hoot to drive past the Elliot's farm becuase they have lights on their milking barn!  Last night, the barn was lit up and the cows had their noses stuck out of the side!  He ooed and awed and thought it was the neatest thing ever!  It took us a little longer than usual because of the slick roads, but we finally made it to Uncle Buddy and Aunt Ann's house.  We ate supper, went to church, and then came back for Sam's favorite part....PRESENTS!!  He definitely showed an interest in his gifts....or should I say everyone's gifts!  Not only did he want to open the ones with his name on them, he wanted to help everyone unwrap!  We told him he was lucky this year becuase he was able to open Ben's!  We had a blast!  At first, Sam didn't want to put the paper on the floor, but after the first few, he started ripping into them and throwing the remains in the floor!