July in pictures ...

The babies went today for their six month check-ups.  Luke weighed in at 18 lbs, 10 oz (63%) and was 27 inches long (61%).  Amelia was 15lbs, 7oz (30%) and 25 inches long (31%).  Those numbers aren't adjusted for the fact that they were two months premature ... they are growing just wonderfully!  Both of their head circumferences were in the 99th percentile ... Considering that Scott had a huge head as a child and we all know that the Hayford family has large foreheads ... can't say I'm surprised by that :)  Luke and Amelia will fit right in!  I'm feeling so thankful today for two healthy babies.  Being back at work is a constant reminder to me that good health is not a guarantee and every time I come home from work I give my babies extra kisses.  It's been a good summer so far ... I saw an ad today for back to school supplies which made me sad because I seriously can't believe it's almost August.  Yikes.  But we've had fun taking the babies on lots of walks, to the pool, farmers markets and BBQs.  My niece Kylee has been here for a few weeks which has been a lot of fun.  Life feels very full and sometimes a bit on the chaotic side with two babies and two jobs ... I'm very very thankful to only be working the small amount that I am (10-15 hrs/week) because it feels like a good balance.  Here are a few recent pictures ...

Dad and Luke at the downtown farmers market

Cousin Kylee!!

My dear childhood friend Nina and her daughter ... Only in Portland is it too cold to add water to the pool in July!

BBQ at Auntie Michelle's in Eugene (plus Sam, of course!)