Category: Alexis

Here are some recent pictures of Alexis having fun…

Back in October, I started preparing Alexis that she was going to get a present at Christmas time that she was absolutely going to love. I told her she was going to love it so much that she would need a Depends undergarment on to keep her clothes dry. Her interest was piqued and she tried to get me to spill the beans to no avail. Christmas Eve rolled around and Stephen and I enlisted Mason and Lily into helping us do a “chaser” (Rick’s style) to help unveil the gift. She was sent on an 11 clue scavenger hunt to find the gift. When it was found we heard a LOT of screaming, and it was such a great moment!!!! We love Alexis and all of the service she gives to her family through babysitting, helping with homework and piano practice, reading with little kids, making lunch and dinner and treats, just everything she does! It was easy to give up my “extra” ipod (now that I have my iphone)to share it with her and “pay” her for all of that babysitting she does every Friday night.

Yesterday her candy cane cast was cut off and put into the garbage can at the doctor’s office! She was nervous to walk yesterday without her crutches, but by this morning she walked out of the house for school on both legs and NO crutches. It is going to be nice for all of us to have her back to normal. She can’t wait to go ice skating and sledding!

Sitting as concert mistress Alexis played in her first violin concert. It was fun to see her playing an instrument with a group. Her violin teacher’s name is, Richard Ferguson, a person that I was in orchestra with when I was a kid. “Jolly Ole’ Cannon” was her favorite song that the sixth grade played. Her stand partner was nice enough to carry her violin as she made her way to her seat. They sounded really good! As Baldwin tradition stands we had to go eat ice cream afterward to celebrate. I was a proud mother – it is hard NOT to get overexcited. For now I am just going to be happy that Alexis consented to play in the orchestra – but oh the potential she has. I am glad that she is such a socialite – that is what she likes the most about being in orchestra. I’ll take that!

Comments:

Grandma and Grandpa and Paul said…

That is a smiling blog. Alexis doesn’t miss a thing with her handicap. We like her style. keep up the good work.
Tuesday, December 23, 2008 11:48:32 AM

Jana said…

Lexi..you are a well rounded little lady you do it all, glad to see you have success in your talents!
Tuesday, December 23, 2008 11:55:56 AM

On Thursday I had P.E., all the kids were playing lightning ,and I love that game!Anyway I joined in (yes with a broken leg)and I made it from the 3 point line! Yay Me!

Comments:

Riley said…

Nice!!!
Sunday, December 21, 2008 9:26:32 PM

Grandma and Grandpa Parker said…

Ya you indeed! You are full of desire to participate. That is a great gift. Have a happy Christmas.
Monday, December 22, 2008 12:38:49 AM

Mom said…

Way to make the best of a broken bone…you’ve never been the type to sit back and sulk! Nice three pointer…
Monday, December 22, 2008 8:04:22 AM

My mom has been trying to get me to cut my hair…I surprised her by getting it chopped! Jana cut it into an A line tonight. I like it, but it feels weird!

Comments:

Jana said…

Very cute gal no matter what your hair looks like…you are a beauty!!
Tuesday, December 16, 2008 7:17:11 AM

Aunt Anne said…

Looks cute Lexi! I love it, fun new hairdoo for the holidays!
Tuesday, December 16, 2008 8:57:55 AM

Matt said…

I love it you look good.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008 4:40:27 PM

Steph said…

You can’t go wrong with an A-line. You’re pretty no matter what you do with your hair, it’s all about your eyes.
Thursday, December 18, 2008 9:38:55 PM

Looking goodThis last Saturday I was rock climbing with my cousins (Kassie, Paige, Riley and Taylor) at my Grandpa and Grandma’s house. Then we wanted to pull ourselves up on the ropes Riley started having the feeling that we shouldn’t do it. We didn’t think anything of it so we started pulling ourselves up, while we were pulling ourselves up, my harness came untied and I went flying to the ground. Riley said she saw the rope fly up and I was not on it. She heard a thud looked down and saw me lying on the floor. Everyone was like “are you ok Lex?” I said, “no.” That night I ended up going swimming to green canyon and jumped off the diving board several times, everyone was carrying me around like a back pack. My dad told me to tough it up because he thought I was just playing it up.

I tried to be brave and go to church but tripped on my way in and hurt myself worse. I was in some serious pain so Tara gave me some ibuprofen. Later that day we had a party at my Aunt Stacie’s house, we went to the Christmas devotional and then went home. My dad was still telling me to try and walk on it to make it feel better. This morning my mom had a feeling that she should take me to the doctor. We found out that I had broken my Tibia (the larger bone in you lower leg). In the spirit of the season the Dr gave me a red and green striped cast. Come and see me and my crutches.

Just for those who want to see a tibia

nice and festive

Comments:

Dad said…

Sorry Lex, You are a lot tougher than I give you credit. I will make sure to pamper you more.
Monday, December 08, 2008 11:16:40 AM

Grandma and Grandpa Parker said…

Alexis, you sure have had your share of tough luck with broken bones this year. We sure hope it’s all over for the rest of your life. We are so sorry that it happened, but you sure showed a lot of grit trying to push through it. Thanks for being such a powerful grand-daughter. That is the best looking cast we’ve ever seen!
Monday, December 08, 2008 11:22:06 AM

Paul said…

Man girl you are tough. I know what it is like to have a Dad tell you to be tough. Grandpa broke my hand when he slammed it in the trunk and I broke both my feet. It was my Mom not my Dad who ended up taking me to the doctor. Thank goodness for sweet Moms!!!
Monday, December 08, 2008 11:33:56 AM

Riley said…

No one listens to the fun sized people!!!
Tuesday, December 09, 2008 6:42:52 PM

matt said…

Now I have to ‘jump’ out of the tree again!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday, December 09, 2008 6:45:32 PM

Stacie said…

Wow Lexi! That is a fun cast! how long do you have to wear it? You need to drink more milk!! Take care of yourself!
Wednesday, December 10, 2008 3:19:00 PM

Grandpa Baldwin said…

Lex, We are so sorry to see you have to go through another broken bone! And all in one year! I remember you falling from the ladder to the playhouse at our home in Rexburg! All these accidents make the Resurretion more meaningful -everything will be restored to its proper and perfect frame, even a hair of the head shall not be lost. You have an awesome cast! I know what it’s like to have a broken tibia (and fibula) – not fun, as your dad would say. We are anxious to visit during the Christmas holidays.
Thursday, December 11, 2008 7:44:35 AM

Patricia said…

Soooo sorry, Lex! What a deal a break is around your ankle. You be careful so it can heal fast, okay? I love your cast. You have a very “gifted” and “talented” Dr. My cast last year was a festive green one, also. However it lacked the strips. You got a bonus. Sure love you. Take care. (Your “broken bone” gift is on the way!) Love, Grandma B.
Thursday, December 11, 2008 7:57:27 AM

We just added some new artwork to Alexis’ bedroom. It is so fitting for her because she loves to “laugh out loud”. Mason asked what the two dots, the line, and the D meant. I told him to look side ways and envision a smiley face.

Best thing about this project is that it was free, easy, fast, and fun!

Comments:

Grandma and Grandpa Parker said…

Alexis, you are a fun person. We love your smile. It warms our hearts. Keep happy!
Thursday, November 06, 2008 3:47:32 PM

Dad said…

Love it.
Friday, November 07, 2008 4:40:30 AM

Anne said…

It is always fun to change things up a little. Looks fun! Keep LOL ing.
Friday, November 07, 2008 7:20:20 AM

Grandma Baldwin said…

I appreciated the explaination of what everything represented. I figured out the “lol” but the rest was a puzzle I couldn’t see. Cute and sassy! You are so fun! The room really “rocks” now! Love you!
Friday, November 07, 2008 1:17:43 PM

Grandpa B said…

Awesome young lady! Beautiful room – more importantly – beautiful person. I love the 1M 1880 license plate – from the “Lube”?
Saturday, November 08, 2008 12:18:00 AM

High School Musical 3 on Radio Me! this week. I am starting something new!!!! I’m calling it Radio ME!! I’ll have weekly songs posted. Here are this weeks songs…

Comments:

mom said…

Good Idea Lex – I like your idea and the name, Radio ME. Cute!
Monday, November 03, 2008 10:24:02 PM

Grandpa and Grandma Parker said…

Hey, that’s great, did you email that girl from Portugal? She loves High School Musical. Her walls in her room are covered with their pictures. Give her a try. She is not a member of the church but her mom is.
Tuesday, November 04, 2008 2:40:45 AM

Alexis said…

I just sent her an email. It will be fun!
Tuesday, November 04, 2008 7:16:49 AM

Grandma Baldwin said…

Sweet idea!
Friday, November 07, 2008 1:20:55 PM

Grandma Baldwin said…

Sweet idea!
Friday, November 07, 2008 1:20:55 PM

Lex has become obsessed with earning an A in her science class. She is always trying to come up with some way to get a few extra points. Her teacher informed the students that anyone can have an “A” because he will always accept extra credit. I think Alexis had a B+ at mid-terms because she forgot to do the back of an assignment, etc.

Well here is a picture of her best idea yet. She made an animal cell out of jello. Red Jello frosted with whipped cream. She used shredded cheese, raw noodles, a whopper. If I were more smart I could tell you what each of those represented in her model.

I forgot to ask her if her teacher ate it?

Comments:

Grandpa Baldwin said…

Hey, Lex, great to see and hear that you are working hard in your Science class. Have you every thought about creating a PowerPoint presentation and using some of the fancy features. What is the next project? Do you need some ideas (from an OLD science teacher)?
Sunday, October 26, 2008 11:41:37 PM

Grandpa Parker said…

As an old teacher , I would give her extra credit for just her smile and cheerful nature, but that is a cool cell.
Monday, October 27, 2008 1:12:09 PM

Anne said…

Very cool Lexy! Looks like science can be pretty fun!
Monday, October 27, 2008 8:49:26 PM

Scott Baldwin said…

If I was the teacher, I’d rather look at Jello and such instead of PowerPoint slides – but then again, I stare at a computer all day so I may be biased.
Thursday, October 30, 2008 9:30:41 AM

Amy Baldwin said…

Lex and Bridget must come from the same mold. Maybe that’s why they get along so well… 🙂
Friday, October 31, 2008 6:34:38 PM

Lately I have been really into music, here are some of my favorite songs ….

Comments:

Grandpa and Grandma Parker said…

Hey thanks for the music. It sounded real fun and wholesome,and a little country. We liked it, it had a good beat,and made us happy too. Grandpa thinks you might be a little romantic.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008 12:53:18 AM

HayHay said…

Awesome music Lex! Have you heard Breakout? It’s Miley’s new single! You would love it!(if you haven’t heard it already)
Wednesday, October 22, 2008 7:32:17 PM

Aunt Jana said…

Music is a fun thing to like…cool songs we listened to them all day and have been jamming out here while we work. I am going to start calling you Lady Lexi the DJ!
Thursday, October 23, 2008 3:50:21 PM

Aunt Susan said…

Not only are you smart aand talented. You are computer savy like your Dad. i just read about your duet. My heart swelled with happiness so big I THOUGHT IT WOULD BURST. Performing music with family is the greatest-up, up with good music!
Friday, October 24, 2008 8:12:21 AM

Lately my mom has been in to doing our hair. She has us go to the websites on her blog: girly do’s and she does hair. (She found the website’s off of her friend’e blog) Today we all chose a fun hair do! When I went to church, my friend Emi, kept saying “I love your hair.” You guys should check out those websites – they are really fun. I told my mom we should have a late over with all of the girl cousins sometime soon. Each family can bring a hair do.

I like to do hair. My grandma Baldwin bought me a Manichean from DI last year, like the ones they use for beauty school. Me and my friends like doing her hair when we hang out.