Category: Lily

Tonight I had the pleasure of going on a date with my friend and daughter Lily. We attended the John Schmidt concert at the Rexburg Tabernacle. I knew Lily would love it because she really loves to play the piano. I loved watching her eyes sparkle when she saw his fingers moving quickly across the keyboard of the piano. She loved it when he played with his toes and also when he faced the opposite direction and turned his hands backward on the piano, he also layed on the piano bench and put his fingers up to play a little diddy. What talent! Lily told me her very favorite part was when he put his wig on and played the “dumb” song. That is what John calls his song he wrote using inspiration from a Tuna Fish commercial. It was a delight to spend some one on one time with Lily. She has a whole world waiting for her – she is setting out to do big things. It will be fun going along for the ride with her on her journey in life.

Comments:

Dad said…

I am Glad for you Lily, you are a talented little girl who could grow up to be just like him.
Sunday, March 15, 2009 9:32:18 PM

Grandpa and Grandma Parker said…

You are lucky Lily to have such a talented Mom. Learn all you can from her. It’s fun to spend quality time with each of your children. Keep practicing and you will be a great teacher for your kids too.
Monday, March 16, 2009 8:36:13 AM

John said…

How fun-He plays the best music. Maybe you will be as good as him someday-you are sure off to a great start.
Sunday, March 29, 2009 2:59:32 PM

She came up with which letters would match how many hearts there were – youre mine!Lily had fun making this fun Valentine Box at home for her class valentines. She sure does love her teacher. She wrote these two notes on Thursday night and tucked them into her backpack. I had to document them, because they were so sweet. On Friday when she got home from school she was the proud owner of a note from Mrs. Ball.

NOTE 1
I love you Mrs. Ball! I hope you love me. Do you? I can spell my spelling wards. Look!
know visit done her pure shirt.
is that all?
or did I miss one?
Good by
From: the one and all Lily
To: the one and all Mrs. Ball

NOTE 2
Dear Mrs. Ball
I’m glad that Mr. Potter chose me to go in you’re class! You’re the best ever! And if I did not get you I woud be so sad :(! But …….. I am in you’re class so ………. I’m HAPPY! I love you so much! I woud never not ever not love you.
1. I wish, I could visit you.
2. I’m all done eating.
3. Look, theres a bird!
4. Look, thats cool and that will burn.
5. Look at her
6. I know that you’r here somewer!
7. Frogs and Butterflys.
8. A frog is a tadpole intel its a froglet. And then its a frog. A butterfly is an egg intel its a ceterpiller and then a cacon and we wait intel its a butterfly. The end

Look at her new smile!Lily came home from school on Thursday and said she heard her front tooth snap…she had been working on getting it more and more loose. She was determined to pull it herself! About one hour after she got home I was picking Alexis up from babysitting when I got the call, “Mom, all I want for Christmas this year is my two front teeth!” She was so excited that she pulled it out all by herself, and so was I. Consequently Olivia asked to speak to me when Lily was finished spreading the news. She said, “Mom, I know what I want for Christmas too – I want some pet shops!” It made me smile.

Lily carefully put her tooth under her pillow that night for a visit from the tooth fairy. She is now the proud owner of 5 shiny quarters (her favorite type of money).

Comments:

Grandma and Grandpa Parker said…

Looks like Lily won’t be eating any corn on the cob for a while. She is getting to be such a fun and cheerful young lady. Give her a hug for us.
Sunday, February 08, 2009 1:11:07 AM

Patricia said…

Lily, you are such a cutie. Your smile is contageous!!! You do need some new teeth! Are the new ones starting to come in yet? I bet it’s hard for you to eat. We sure do love you! XOXO
G & G Baldwin
Thursday, February 12, 2009 9:58:25 AM

Yesterday I invited Lily to come with me to run some quick errands. One of them was to grab a few items at Broulims – our local grocery store. When I told her that we were going there she chimed from the back seat, “I love that store!” My interests were piqued but I didn’t say anything. A few minutes later she told me why…”Do you know why I love Broulims? It is because it reminds me of ringing the bell at Christmas time.”

We were both wearing a smile when we entered the doors of Broulims. I am so happy that her little heart remembered how good it feels to think of others. I want her to always remember that!

Last week for piano lessons I got to teach Lily. I decided it would be fun to give her a 2 page song to work on over the next couple of months. When I got it out she was very excited because it’s title is “Bubblegum”. I told her we would work on the first 2 lines thinking I didn’t want to overwhelm her. Well, she ended up being upset that she couldn’t do the whole thing. I convinced her to just work on the first page for this week and refine it. Guess what? It’s been a week and she has the entire song memorized! I’ve learned I shouldn’t underestimate a seven year old!

Comments:

Grandma and Grandpa Parker said…

That Lily is not only kind, but she’s smart too. That’s a nice combination. Keep up the good work Lily.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009 3:40:00 PM

Aunt Susan said…

Lily, I love your smile and your willingness to work hard. Keep it up and there’s no limit as to what you can do!
Thursday, January 15, 2009 11:11:04 AM

Lily was consistent with her request for Santa this year, and he delivered just what she asked for – even better. She really wanted an MP3 player, but she got and MP4 player (which plays audio and video). She loves being like Mason and Alexis. She was so excited that Santa also remembered to leave her two new books.

Lily had fun being with all of her Parker cousins and also her Grandpa and Grandma Baldwin. She played her Christmas piano songs (Away in a Manger and Over the River and through the Woods) flawlessly at our little recital with the Puzeys and over the Christmas break she taught herself how to play the song Mason has been learning “Joy to the World”- with both hands! I was very impressed and Mason was a little annoyed. It isn’t fun to have your little sister playing your piano song I guess.

She has also loved playing out in the snow with Mason and Alexis. She is very diligent about wearing her boots, hat, gloves, and coat. Her P.E. teacher taught them to stay warm and she is strictly obedient.

Out in the fields of Bethlehem, Shepherds were watching their flocks.Lily has had some fun things happen recently.

She was in her the annual Central Elementary Christmas Program last week. She did such a great job. Her class did a cute little dance as sheep. She showed us exactly where she would be and we sat right in front of her! She didn’t loose character once when we called out her name. She was focused and did her job. One of her favorite songs was “I have a little Dreydle”. I teared up a little bit when all of the kids were singing “let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me”. Watching children sing Christmas music really put me in the Christmas mood.

This past Sunday, Lily notified us that one of her two front teeth was ready to come out – and it really was. She asked Stephen to get out his leatherman and he yanked it out in one pull. Lily was happy to wake up the next morning to find the tooth fairy found her! I personally think she is ultra brave – I know I would never have let my dad use his pliers in my mouth. I guess she knows she can trust him and that it’s been done before on Lex and Mason.

We are so lucky to get to be with Lily each day, she is one in a million.

Comments:

Grandpa and Grandma Parker said…

WOW, you are brave, I don’t like anyone to pull my teeth. You make a cute sheep too. You are such a sweet girl, and so happy too. We love you.
Friday, December 12, 2008 4:21:38 PM

Stephanie said…

If it’s one thing your dad is good at it’s using pliers. I am happy the tooth fair found you. You have an even cuter smile. You make a great sheep, I love the ears.
Saturday, December 13, 2008 6:37:59 PM

Today was Lily’s seventh birthday!

She had a fun filled day of diverse fun. She woke up and opened up her presents and then we ate her favorite breakfast, German Pancakes. She got a game for her birthday, Wii Music. Alexis, Mason, and Lily loved figuring it out and playing until it was time to go to the BYUI inter mural football game. Tara, Parker cousin, called to see if she could take them – it was very nice and thoughtful of her. My kids had a blast and it made Lily’s birthday that much more special. While she was gone her Primary teacher brought her a treat over as well as one of her friends, Sam. She was very surprised and happy when she came home. She also loved talking to Grandma Baldwin and watching the fun birthday email from Grandpa and Grandma Parker.

We decided to go to pizza hut for dinner to cash in our book-its, and then we came home and had birthday cake. Lily and Alexis decorated the cake this year, and it turned out very cute – they were so proud! (Lily wanted to have a #7 cake) We spent the rest of the night playing Wii Music – it is a fun game and right up Lily’s alley. She loves music and is does very well at it.

TIDBITS on LILY:

She is 46″ tall and 46 lbs, and has lost one tooth so far. Today she is recovering from 3 skull fractures, which makes us extra grateful for her in our lives. She is a spunky and pretty little girl – we love to hear her laugh! And nothing beats watching her as she reads, plays the piano, and laughs with her brothers and sisters.

She loves to read, write, play the piano, read, find pretty rocks, hang out with her family, read, make up songs on the piano, and make cards to take to people. One of her favorite books is, “Stephanie’s ponytail”.

She is good at being thoughtful, giving compliments, obeying, following rules and directions, being helpful – she loves her baby brother, JT, and plays well with her little sister, Olivia.

She doesn’t like to get her hair fixed, jalapenos, tomatoes, or walking down our long lane when she gets home from school.

When she grows up she wants to be a doctor, the lady who checks your groceries out at the grocery store, a beautician, and most of all a mom.

Lily makes our lives happy!

Comments:

Grandpa and Grandma Parker said…

Happy Birthday Lily, it looks like you are grateful for your presents and are hugging all the people who gave them to you. It’s a good thing to be grateful. We are grateful for you. Lots of love.
Sunday, November 16, 2008 10:57:35 AM

michelle said…

Happy Birthday Lily! It looks like you had a wonderful day. You are such a pretty and sweet girl. We are glad you are are part of our family.
Sunday, November 16, 2008 12:44:25 PM

Stephanie said…

Looks like yummy fun. Happy birthday Lil.
Sunday, November 16, 2008 9:30:35 PM

Here are some of my favorite songs!….

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Jana said…

I love that song too! It is a fun one to dance around to or clean the house! Thanks.
Sunday, November 02, 2008 8:22:35 AM

Grandma Baldwin said…

We had a great time going to the High School Musical 3, didn’t we? I loved the music from it, too. I’m glad you like music. It always makes me happy when I hear good music!
Friday, November 07, 2008 1:23:24 PM

She came by and gave her a doll to make her stay more enjoyable.She is doing great. The Neurosurgeon came in this morning and said that she would be just fine, the fracture is self healing and looks much better today. He also informed us that we could go home from the hospital. We are to come back in a month for another CT scan, but for now she is looking and doing great. Thanks to all of you for your prayers and support. We have witnessed another modern day miracle.

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Grandpa and Grandma Parker said…

We are so grateful for the wise Dr.’s that sent you to Salt Lake. She could have been recovering from surgery, instead of just recovering with time. We are thankful for everyone’s faith and prayers. Lily it’s good to see you smiling. You are a precious princess, don’t do that again, be more careful. Love you so much.
Friday, October 24, 2008 12:44:59 AM

Aunt Susan said…

Amen to the power of the priesthood! and gratitude for Primary Children’s. i wish i had known I would have been there in a flash. Looks like Lilly has a hard head like other family members I know!
Friday, October 24, 2008 8:22:57 AM

Lily and Mason were helping “clean” out our van last night. They decided to play like they were in bunk beds. Mason told Lily to get on the bottom bunk (in the trunk of our van). The seat of our van actually folds down inside of our trunk and she pushed a lever which caused the entire seat to fall on the left side of her head. She was left with an impressive indention (it looked like she had been punched in the head and it didn’t pop back out)…so impressive that we needed to consult the Emergency Room.

They took some fancy pictures via CT scan and saw that she had fractured her skull in three places. One of the fractures was a little worse and caused the brain to shift a bit. She was really scared but didn’t cry after the iv was inserted. (I am pretty sure she cried harder earlier in the day when I fixed her hair) Uncle Paul and Stephen gave her a blessing of healing and comfort. She was instantly more peaceful. We are truly grateful for the power of the priesthood. The doctors at Madison felt like they needed to send us to Idaho Falls for Brain Surgery. After talking to the doctors at EIRMC they felt it a better idea to head directly to Primary Children’s Hospital in SLC, UT where they special in pediatric care. Life flighting her was talked about, but after visiting with the doctors at Primary Children they felt like a fast ambulance ride would suffice. When the EMTs showed up they asked Lily if she wanted all of the bells and whistles…she said “yes”. I (Jodi) got to ride with Lily and we ran the red lights down main street in Rexburg with the sirens blaring.

Her vital signs stayed great and she was mentally sound the whole entire ride. She even decided to sleep. The experience in Primary Children’s has been quite a bit different – I think because they see trauma victims continually. Looks like Lily had the best case scenario for her accident. The large vein that runs along the side of the head was missed which means no internal bleeding, that also means NO Surgery. The brain shifted a bit as well but that and the fractures should heal on their own over the next few weeks, months, and years. Her head looks a lot less extreme � as far as indention. It is already popping back into its true form. No brain damage either! The neurosurgeons will be observing her today (24 hours) and then she should be released.

Thanks for your prayers �we know they�ve been answered! There isn’t a better support team out there than a bunch of Baldwins and Parkers and Friends too!

		We Love Aunt Michelle
	Following tha Ambulance
	sleep where you can
The Big Donut machine

Comments:

Lexi said…

Tough chick!
Thursday, October 23, 2008 11:24:39 AM

Aunt Jana said…

Holy cow Lily.. we are so glad to hear and see that you are okay and that you were taken care of well. Get feeling better, we sure love you.
Thursday, October 23, 2008 11:41:31 AM

Aunt Anne said…

Lily, We are SO glad you are okay!!!!!! You are in our prayers, keep getting better and hope to see you soon! Hugs!
Thursday, October 23, 2008 12:31:19 PM

michelle said…

Wow-what a crazy experience! I am so glad that you are doing good! We have been quite worried about you. It was the first thing Zach asked me about when he woke up! You are a tough little thing. Hopefully we can see you on your unplanned vacation.
Thursday, October 23, 2008 3:09:32 PM

Uncle John said…

You are so cool! I can believe how tough you are. We are so glad you are OK. You look cute even when your are in pain. We are excited to see you. You sure have a ton of people who care about you and love you.

Thursday, October 23, 2008 3:13:24 PM

Grandma and Grandpa Parker said…

You sure are a brave little princess. It sounds like you had a real exciting experience to remember. We are so thankful for the protection you had. You might have to wear protective helmets when you play.
We are praying for you here in Portugal. Even the members of the church are praying for you. We sure love you princess Lily.
Thursday, October 23, 2008 3:18:57 PM

Stacie said…

Wow! I am so glad to see you are ok and everything will be fine! What a scary thing to have happen! You are a tough little cookie! Take care of yourself little one!
Thursday, October 23, 2008 4:11:00 PM

Magan said…

Lily you should have just come to work with me if you wanted to meet the Neurosurgeons. You are in our prayers sweet girl.
Thursday, October 23, 2008 8:42:40 PM

uncle Lance said…

Glad to hear you’re ok Lily, this will be a day to remember and look back on and learn. were praying for you.
Thursday, October 23, 2008 8:50:21 PM

Aunt Michelle said…

Lily, you are such a great young lady. I am so happy you are feeling better. You have shown us how courageous you are. Thanks for keeping smiling through something so tuff!
Thursday, October 23, 2008 10:09:31 PM

Amy Baldwin said…

Those x-rays are pretty crazy Lily. This will be a great story that you can share for the rest of your life. Did your Mom drive 90 mph all the way to SLC?
Friday, October 24, 2008 12:13:51 AM

Grandpa Baldwin said…

Lily you are awesome. We are so happy to have ben able to watch you return to your normal happy self. You are a very blesed little girl with wonderful parents and family who love you. Thanks for your courage and example of bravery. We are happy to know that you are going to be alright.
Sunday, October 26, 2008 10:02:54 AM