Back Float

Today Hayli surprised me by doing a back float all on her own! WOW! She is definitely our little swimmer. This was Hayli's last swimming class for the summer. =( Who knows what she will be doing next!

Hayli's 1st Movie Theater Experience

Today was Hayli's first movie experience. We went to the free (yes, free) kids' movie this week at the movie theater. We watched The Chipmunks 2. Hayli had a great time!!!

Hana's 4 Month Appointment

Today was Hana's 4 month appointment. Hana now weighs 16 pounds 4 ounces (7.35 kg). This means that she is in the 95th percentile in weight now. This also means that Hana weighs two pounds exactly (1 kg) more than Hayli did at her 4 month appointment! We have some big babies! Hana measures 25 inches (63.5 centimeters) long, which puts her in the 75th percentile still on height. Hana is one inch (2.5 centimeters) shorter than Hayli was at this age. Dr. Settles is not worried about Hana's jump in weight because she is sleeping 7-8 hours at a time at night. I guess it is normal for babies who eat a lot before they go to bed to jump up in their weight. My personal opinion is that Hayli spit up so much of her expensive formula that she just didn't take in as many calories as Hana does. Hana is a GOOD eater!

Dr. Settles checked Hana's hip -- all looked good. Hana left a present for mama to take care of before we left the doctor's office (thanks Hana!).

Hana sits really well for her age... she even stood up for the doctor. This made Dr. Settles (and mama) very happy!

After listening to Hana's lungs, Dr. Settles was concerned about Hana's respiratory system. Another close listen, and we were on a breathing treatment. (YUCK) Hana didn't get her shots because of her condition, and so we will be back next week for those. Hana does not like the breathing treatment at all -- which makes mama very sad to have to listen to her cry during the whole process!

Walking Beam

Hayli did the walking beam on her own today. Of course, when I recorded her, Hayli didn't have the softest of landings. Normally though, Hayli does a great jump off!

Swings with Beth

Hayli really does not like the swings normally. For some reason, today Hayli decided to go swing with Beth. Hayli must really trust Beth. We are really going to miss Beth when she leaves today. =0(

Thanks for coming to visit us Beth! We will miss you!!!

Swimming at East Mesa Swimming Pool

Hayli got a lot of swim practice in today. We had so much fun with Beth.

Do the Hula

Beth tried to teach Hayli how to hula hoop. Hayli could not get the hang of it, so she took Beth's hula hoop and ran with it. Hayli knows how to make me laugh!!!

Learning to Play

Hana's world is growing larger every day. She is starting to show interest in her toys...

Dancin' at Open Gym

Hayli cracks me up! She loves to dance so much, but when there is a huge mirror involved -- Hayli loves it even more!

Swimming

Hayli is totally our little fishy. It was after this lesson that the teacher told me that Hayli is progressing so quickly that we need to move to the next step. Which is??? Mommy not getting any where near the pool. Miss Kayla said it was for Hayli's separation anxiety, but I think it is mine she is worried about! Oh, I don't know if I can do this! =/

Okay, Hayli, you need to lift your head above the water and BREATHE!

Rings, rings, and more rings...

Happy 4th of July!

We enjoyed our 4th of July at Oma's and Opa's house. It was a nice evening spent with Opa, Oma, Grandma, April, Chris, and our little family. This year is the first year Hayli enjoyed some of the festivities. She danced, and used some of the sparklers and poppers. Hayli even liked the big boom fireworks. What a difference a year makes!

Push Up

I was finally able to get video of Hana's ability to push herself up while she is on her belly! Sounds like a small accomplishment, but this is the stepping stone to rolling over! So exciting!