Category: JT

JT is getting up there in months now – WOW! Time has a crazy way of rolling by quickly, especially with five kids. I love it, even if it feels out of control most of the time! I am trying to love/live every moment I can and not just go through the motions, it is hard not to wear myself out, but it beats the alternative (watching soap operas and eating bon bons 🙂 ).  

Because life can get crazy I find that my JT time is delegated to someone else in the family and I feel sad at night thinking of all of the things I missed out on. I guess it is good for the siblings to serve each other once in a while and develop their own bonds of love. Sounds like I’m a little jealous of my own kids. They all love JT and watching him grow.  Here are some of the things we have discovered:

JT can say – dada, momma(sparingly), hot, hat, ttttttt(tractor), nana(banana), and other various chatters.

JT will now eat food that has not been purreed in the food processor – he was getting picky there for a minute with textures! And I am happy to report that he will now feed himself, when I am feeling patient enough to clean up a big mess.

JT loves to eat bananas, yogurt, potato soup, chili, carrots, and drinks lots of milk. He also like to sneak in a few whoppers from dad’s stash, or eat a spoonful of ice cream.

JT waits by the patio door longingly everyday and makes a run for it if any door opens. He is ready to be outside – all of the time! He especially loves to be pushed in his swing (I love to hear his giggle and see is great big space between his teeth). He has a bitter-sweet relationship with tractors. He loves them from a distance and shouts out "ttttttttt" but then when they get close he screams with fright. I guess a giant tractor could be a bit intimidating to a 1 year old. You can imagine how stoked Mason was to discover this common interest among them. He rushed to his room and dug out some of his favorite tractors to let JT play with.  JT is lucky to have an awesome big brother. He also has a good arm – chucks anything he is done playing with, sippy cups, pacifier, balls, etc. He is also getting good at dribbling a soccer ball.

JT likes his dad  –  A LOT. He gets offended if Stephen doesn’t talk to him or pick him up when he walks by. Stephen is always great at giving him the attention he needs and has such fun playing with his little boy. 

I love kissing those sweet cheeks and hearing his happy laugh every moment I can.

Comments:

Jana said…

What a cute kid…time flies when your having fun, glad your having fun together!!
Monday, May 04, 2009 2:20:26 PM

Steph said…

He sounds like a chip off the old block. He and Mason both are. That’s good to have your boys follow your example.
Monday, May 04, 2009 3:14:15 PM

Mom and dad Parker said…

We can’t wait to meet him in person. Having a big family is like a life-time leap of faith. YOu just keep leaping and leaping. Good job!
Friday, May 08, 2009 11:06:50 AM

Today before church we went into the primary room to have Lex and Olivia practice their scripture. I let JT walk around in the room while I coached Lex and Olivia, we then headed back to the chapel for church. I noticed that JT’s pacifier was missing and that is a life saver in sacrament mtg. I scoured the bench looking for it, and sent Lily back down to the primary room to look for it, still no pacifier. I then went into the primary room myself knowing that JT likes to through things. I looked everywhere but it just wasn’t to be found. As I was walking out of the room I noticed a garbage can about JT’s height. I thought to myself, he wouldn’t put it in there. Sure enough though he had thrown it in the trash. Crazy dude….but wait there is more….

Jodi just told me that later that day when she was in the primary room JT had tipped the can over, pulled the liner out and had crawled into the can. All she could see was his feet sticking out. He then pooped his pants while he there….guess he was looking for his pacifier and just couldn’t take the stress of not finding it.

Comments:

Dad said…

Maybe he will really enjoy caves and tight places as he grows up.
Monday, April 20, 2009 4:29:30 AM

Jana said…

Too funny…good thing you had that inkling or you might have had a rough Sacrament mtg.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009 7:45:58 PM

Patricia said…

We sure love that little guy! G & G Baldwin

Friday, May 01, 2009 10:12:16 PM

Patricia said…

We sure love and miss that little guy. We can’t wait to come for a vist at Memorial Day. All of the kids better watch out. We are going to have so much fun! Love to all, Grandpa and Grandma Baldwin

Friday, May 01, 2009 10:12:16 PM

I had my first Easter Egg hunt this weekend. Mom noticed that just like my brother and sisters, I was happy and content to only pick up the first thing I laid eyes on. I also got to wear my first tie to church today and eat my first Eater Dinner. We went to Aunt Stacie and Uncle Rick’s house for a yummy ham and potato dinner. Mom gave my a spoonful of hot twice baked potatoes and my mouth got scorched, but I forgave her when she scooped a spoonful of raspberry pretzel salad in. Mom says that I am making some very creative noises these days. My most common sound is spitting with my tongue out. I get really excited when I play with toy cars, and think that pinwheels were a great invention. Oh, yeah – my sister’s have been pushing me in my swing, and Mason talked mom and dad into going on a bike ride yesterday. I have a lot of fun with my family.

Grandpa Baldwin and Grandpa & Grandma Parker win, by getting 7 correct! There was a slight discrepancy because Grandpa B said Quiet and Destructive in addition to Quick and Strong – he was close, but the answer was only Quick and Strong. Grandpa – sometimes JT can be pretty destructive! You’ll receive a box of whoppers next time we see you – if Stacie can fit them in, we’ll send the Parkers’ with her.

If you were wondering, the winner(s) to JT Trivia at the party were: Jana and Paige – they both got 8 correct. The adult and children competed separately.

Here are the answers to the JT Trivia challenge:
1. Dad
2. All of the above
3. Opening up all of mom’s cupboards
4. Quick and Strong
5. Anything that makes noise
6. Give them my best smile
7. 6 lbs 9 oz – 19″, and 6:42 pm
8. 18 lbs 29″
9. Dad’s friends
10. Jehovah is Salvation

Thanks for participating and making this fun!

The day started off early when I decided to wake up at 5:40 am. I didn’t want to go back to sleep so when my mom’s alarm went off at 5:46 we all got up and celebrated – Me, Mom, and Dad! They introduced me to my new piano that dad put together last night. I then watch them ride their bikes and then everyone finally decided to join the party. They watched me open my other gifts. Then I ate a blueberry muffin and a glass of chocolate milk. Of course I was ready for an early nap.

Later tonight my cousins and friends came over to wish me a happy day. We ate monkey cake and soup. Mom had to grab my hand away from the flame on the cake, I thought it was cool. I really liked eating my cupcake!

One thing is for certain – I have a lot of people who love me!

Comments:

Grandma and Grandpa Parker said…

JT, You are a cheerful wonderful little guy. Just seeing your pictures makes us smile in our hearts.
Friday, February 27, 2009 12:20:29 AM

Steph said…

A monkey cake is perfect for you. I wish I could have been there. Practice your piano and you might be as good as your uncle Scott someday. I remember listening to him and you mom play and sing together. Lucky kid.
Saturday, February 28, 2009 9:56:57 PM

michelle said…

happy birthday JT-you are such a cute little guy with a great family!
Sunday, March 01, 2009 6:48:51 PM

Today is my birthday and as tradition stands, my mom has prepared a “JT Trivia” quiz for my first birthday party. In this new world of technology, mom thought that it would be fun for those that are far away to participate. So if any of you want to take the quiz and submit your answers by leaving a comment feel free. My mom said she would even send the winner a surprise! Good luck…Here it is:

1 year in review

1. Who do I look most like?
   Dad
   Mom
   Lily

2. My favorite foods are:
   Squash & Sweet potatoes
   Applesauce & Graham Crackers
   All of the above

3. My favorite past time these days is:
   Playing in my drawer in the kitchen
   Opening up all of mom’s cupboards
   Taking a Bath

4. Words to describe me are:
   Quick and Strong
   Quiet and Destructive
   Loud and Silly

5. My favorite toy is:
   Ball
   Cars
   Anything that makes noise

6. When I meet someone new I:
   Give them my best smile
   Wave
   Scream

7. What were my stats when I was born?
   7 lbs 6 oz – 18″, at 11:43 am
   6 lbs 9 oz – 19″, at 6:42 pm
   8 lbs 10 oz – 20″, at 2:17 pm

8. Currently my stats are:
   18 lbs and 29″
   17 lbs and 27″
   21 lbs and 32″

9. I am named after:
   My great great Grandfather
   The Joshua from the Bible
   My Dad’s friends who have passed away

10. The name Joshua means:
   Jehovah is Salvation
   Crown Garland
   One who works with stone

Comments:

Steph said…

Happy Birthday JT. We can’t make it to your party but we still love you and hope you get lots of yummy cake.
Thursday, February 26, 2009 8:58:59 AM

Grandma and Grandpa Parker said…

Happy birthday JT. Not having ever seen you, we had to do our best guessing. Lily,all the above, playing in the drawer, quick and strong, anything that makes noise, give them my best smile, 6’9″ 19″ long and at 6:42, 17 lbs 27 ” tall, after dad’s friend, Jehovah is salvation, And he is really cute.

Thursday, February 26, 2009 11:06:08 AM

John said…

Happy Birthday Josh. Here are my answers. You can copy them if you think I am smart. I would not recommend it. 1. Dad, 2. Apple sauce and Gram Crackers, 3. Play in Drawer, 4. Quiet and Destructive, 5. Anything that makes noise, 6. Wave, 7. 7 lbs. 6 oz. 11:43, 8. 18 lbs. 29″, 9. Dads friend, 10. Jehovah is Strength. Enjoy many more years to come.
Thursday, February 26, 2009 2:27:08 PM

Amy said…

I would not even know where to start with the answers… :-). But isn’t he just the cutest guy ever? I love holding him. He turns his head and takes a long drawn look at who is holding him. Such a cutie. Happy Birthday JT.
Thursday, February 26, 2009 4:34:11 PM

Magan said…

Happy B-day from the Boise Gang
Thursday, February 26, 2009 8:04:31 PM

Patricia said…

What a cute B-Day boy. My answers to the JT Trivia are as follows: 1. Dad 2. Squash & sweet potatoes 3. Kitchen drawer 4. Quiet and destructive 5. Anything that makes a noise 6. Smiles 7. 6lbs.9oz. 19″ long 8. 17lbs 27″ 9. After his dad’s friends 10. Joshua means salvation
I hope you had a really fun birthday JT. You’re pictures show that you did. I just love your B-Day cake. Your mom did a great job making it. What a fun boy, great mom, special dad and wonderful family! I love you all! Grandma Baldwin
Friday, February 27, 2009 8:25:00 AM

Stephen (Grandpa Baldwin) said…

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, J.T.
Yes, I know it is the day after you birthday but I’ll venture some answers (without copying from anyone else, of course). Wish we could have been at the party – the cake looks great!

1. Who do I look most like?
Dad
2. My favorite foods are:
All of the above
3. My favorite past time these days is:
Opening up all of mom’s cupboards
4. Words to describe me are:
Quick and Strong AND Quiet and Destructive
5. My favorite toy is:
Anything that makes noise
6. When I meet someone new I:
Give them my best smile
7. What were my stats when I was born?
6 lbs 9 oz – 19″, at 6:42 pm
8. Currently my stats are:
17 lbs and 27″
9. I am named after:
My Dad’s friends who have passed away
10. The name Joshua means:
Jehovah is Salvation
Friday, February 27, 2009 8:26:22 AM

This month JT turns one! Not only is he getting quick, he has a super strength…today at church he grabbed the bread tray and wouldn’t let go – needless to say a few pieces of bread flew. He also pushed a row of three primary chairs. He has quick & strong hands, but he is as cute as a button. He gets “oohed” over at church all day long. I think one of his biggest fans is his big sis, Lex. She thinks he is the cutest. Yesterday she commented to him, “I am so glad you are in our family.” I am too!

Check this video out of the “peppermint bandit”.

Comments:

Grandpa and Grandma Parker said…

We can’t believe he is a year old. The candy grabbing video is so cute. He is happy no matter what, if he can just see what he wants, he keeps trying. We were wondering how many times he would go around the table. He is a cutie. Sounds like everyone in the family loves him.
Sunday, February 01, 2009 11:30:48 PM

lex said…

You are so cute,can’t wait for you to turn 1!!!!
Monday, February 02, 2009 6:20:52 PM

Michelle said…

So funny! I thought it was thoughtful of JT to take the lid of before reaching in for a treat. This video cracks me up. There’s nothing like a good treat to make you smile!
Monday, February 23, 2009 10:14:59 AM

JT was basically celebrating his 10 month old birthday on Christmas. We can’t believe how fast the time has flown by. We loved watching the world through his happy eyes and smiley face. Santa left JT a walker and his dad is very serious about JT using it. For some reason he thinks JT needs to be getting ready to walk, I (on the other hand) and quite happy with his limited mobility for now. I seem to be winning because all JT wants to do with his walker is play with the toys on front.

It has been a crazy life to keep up with if you are a baby. Lots of parties, lots of people, lots of cold, lots of food that looks good to eat, but can’t because you’re a baby. He was quite the trooper and did pretty good with it all. He has ventured out in the cold to play only a couple of times and is very happy to just stay inside and play with is drawer of toys in the kitchen.

He made Grandma and Grandpa happy as he shouted out his few words with limited use, “Hey”, “mom”, and “dada”. He is very fast as he gets up the stairs and we have yet to teach him the basics of going down. Maybe now that life is slowing down we can work on that. Stephen fixed up the gate so that he will be safe upstairs, but we still need to do several other baby proofing things.

The last couple of days, JT has had a fever and been throwing up. He is in the process of getting his first teeth (bottom two) – and it is not going to happen without a fight I guess. It was the saddest and sickest I’ve ever seen him. I don’t like it! His little head has been burning up and he just looks miserable – poor thing. I hope to see him back to his happy self very soon!

Here are a few pictures of the little guy at our house. He is gearing up for his first ever Christmas.

Today his sisters bundled him up in his snow clothes and pulled him in the sled. He wasn’t very excited about it – especially the bundling part – but he put up with it for at least 5 minutes.

He also took a ride on the vacuum for the first time tonight. Mason ran and grabbed the camera to capture this milestone (he is his father’s son!).

He also got his first “buzz” haircut on Sunday. He looked so handsome and of course smiled through the whole process.

Life with JT around is so much fun! We are sooooo lucky.

	Alexis loved riding on the vacuum, so I thought I’d try it out with JT. He didn’t like it as much as she did.	Likes to help with the dishwasher.
	JT keeps having trouble with his pjs at night. He wakes up with both legs on one side of his pajamas…it is kind of funny.
	Mason trying to warn JT of how this is such a necessary evil.

Comments:

Mom and Dad Parker and Paul said…

That JT is a fun little guy. Paul says that he looks just like the pictures and assures us that he is a great little person. Give him a hug from us.
Tuesday, December 23, 2008 11:19:28 AM

Jana said…

I just love that kid…he makes me smile!!
Tuesday, December 23, 2008 12:00:47 PM

The little man of the house is making progress on his crawling skills. Here are some of his first scoots digitally captured. Time to get the gate on the stairs again.

Comments:

michelle p said…

He is such a cutie. I can’t believe he is crawling. We are excited to see you guys in December.
Sunday, November 16, 2008 12:38:45 PM

Mom and Dad P said…

He sure is growing up. We will be excited to meet and get to know him.
Sunday, November 16, 2008 3:13:54 PM

Stephanie said…

I can’t believe it! He is growing up so fast. He looks like Mason more and more. How fun!
Sunday, November 16, 2008 9:32:58 PM