a boy's best friend

Well, we caved! We went and picked up the newest member of the Merrick family last night and I must say she's pretty cute. :) Michael and I had been thinking about getting a puppy since before we made the move, but after Aunt Valerie came to visit we decided we were ready. (she's a major dog lover and convinced me it would be GREAT!)

So, Kirby is a six week old yellow lab puppy and is Luke's favorite thing on earth right now. Cute story, I had been showing Luke a picture of Kirby for the last two weeks and telling him her name, but thought for sure he didn't understand. Well as soon as the breeder put her in my arms Luke pointed to her and said "Kirber." He totally got it! Then he got a little jealous and wanted me to hold him instead, but I thought it was soooo cute.


Anyways, here are some pictures.

Excited to meet her!

Checking this new "thing" out.

She follows him everywhere!

Best buds already.