Category: Lily

She must take after her mother! Chocolate cookies for breakfast – at leat they are waffles, right?Alexis invited a couple of friends over the other night for a late over. They were going to make waffle cookies and Lily was excited to eat one. I was excited to get Olivia to bed, so I asked Lily if she would fake sleep for me so Olivia would go to sleep. I told her I would come and get her when the cookies were finished. (I also added that if she accidentally fell asleep I would save some for her)

Well Alexis and friends got distracted with other things and I went on a cleaning frenzy – before we knew it, it was 9:50 pm. I whipped out the cookies really quick and Stephen reported that Lily was asleep. True to my word, I packaged up some cookies in a baggy just for Lil.

In the darkness of the middle of the night I hear noises coming from in front of me – It was an upset Lily. I acknowledged her and she said, “I am awake and I want my cookies”. She was feeling frustrated and she made it come across that she had been awake the entire time! I had a little snicker of a smile on my face, she is sooo funny. I checked the time – it was 3:00 am. I told her it was the middle of the night and I wasn’t going to go get her cookies for her, but she could go eat them if she wanted to. She stood there in frustration, then finally consented to lay by me for the rest of the night while she waited for her cookies.

First thing she did when she popped open her eyes, was find her cookies. I guess it was worth the wait – she seemed pretty happy!

Comments:

Grandma and Grandpa Parker said…

Never, never, never give up. Good things happen to those who discover something good and never give it up. Stubbornness is not all bad. Lili is going to be a miracle worker and wonderful blessing to us all; even more than she now is.
Saturday, October 04, 2008 1:42:11 AM

Aunt Jana said…

Way to fake them out…glad you got your cookies.
Saturday, October 04, 2008 4:50:32 PM

Magan said…

Lily’s strong will reminds me of Grace. I have hope because Lily has grown to be such a wonderful girl
Sunday, October 05, 2008 4:17:01 PM

Amy Baldwin said…

What a funny girl. Beware the promises you make to her in the future…
Friday, October 10, 2008 12:44:17 PM

Lily has been insistent about wearing her tennis shoes to school each day. She said she needs them so she can run fast to chase the boys. Watch out boys, she is a fast runner! She usually comes home with a report each day for me, once I asked what she does when she catches the boys. She said, “They are dead meat!” Basically the girls catch the boys and say, “You’re dead meat” and then they are released to be chased again.

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Dad Parker said…

Sounds like great exercise and a fun social activity. We ought to do it at our next family social. It would be a fun change of pace.

Friday, September 12, 2008 9:16:00 AM

Dad said…

I had to take this picture because of how cute it was when she told me, “Today is not gym, but I wore my running shoes anyway so I could chase the boys.” Cute little girl.
Friday, September 12, 2008 11:12:31 AM

Anne said…

Sounds like fun to me! Hope those running shoes can keep up with you too!
Saturday, September 13, 2008 7:15:27 AM

Aunt Jana said…

Run lily run… I bet you caught all kinds of boys. And it helped you train for your fun run on Saturday.
Sunday, September 14, 2008 7:21:38 PM

i went to first grade. i got to eat lunch there it was fun!!!!!!!!! i love school.

My teacher’s name is Mrs. Ball. She is so nice. She teaches you how to learn a lot. I love my teacher! My favorite part of the day was two things. I loved to eat lunch there and to play BINGO school wise. I wanted to stay longer and never go.

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Grandma and Grandpa Parker said…

You sure are a cute first grader. We think you will be one of Mrs. Ball’s favorite students. Have a fun year of learning.
Thursday, August 21, 2008 3:23:57 PM

Aunt Susan said…

Your smile makes me so happy! I’m glad you loved your first day of school. I hope that you will always have a love for learning and that you will make a lot of new friends. Love
Saturday, August 23, 2008 11:55:21 AM

Aunt Jana said…

Awesome first grader, keep loving to learn!
Tuesday, August 26, 2008 9:54:42 AM

Grandma Baldwin said…

Lily, you are going to be a super first grader! I’m so glad you like school. I loved school, too.
Monday, September 01, 2008 12:37:58 AM

Lily joined soccer again this year. The Sunday before soccer began I was fixing Lily’s hair when she told me “it’s time for me to be getting serious.” I wondered what she meant and she explained that she needed to get serious about playing soccer because her first game was on Tuesday.

True to her word, she has taken it serious. She has had a successful couple of weeks – even scoring a few goals! This is a big turn around from last year’s attitude when she just wanted treats and the cool shirt. We are proud of our little “Orange Crush”. (team name)

Her soccer coach is Brian Howard – same as last year. She loves being on the same team as Grace and Gretta Michaelson, Sam Howard and of course cousin Taylor Ricks!

Comments:

Grandpa and Grandma Parker said…

Way to go Lily. It’s good to be part of a team and help others reach their goals too. Where’s Taylor?
Sunday, August 17, 2008 3:34:10 PM

Anne said…

So fun! I wish I could come watch you play. That is pretty cool you are on the same team as Taylor!
Sunday, August 17, 2008 9:31:38 PM

Aunt Jana said…

Don’t get too serious, you gotta have fun too!! What a great looking team.
Monday, August 18, 2008 9:53:01 AM

I just kept kicking it towards the goal and when he wasn’t looking I kicked it in, then he looked and got mad. It was so fun.

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John said…

Nice work kicking that ball. Keep up the great work.
Wednesday, August 13, 2008 3:52:32 PM

Pablo said…

Asi se hace!!!! Bien hecho!!!
Wednesday, August 13, 2008 6:09:18 PM

Aunt Jana said…

Great job keep those little legs kicking!
Thursday, August 14, 2008 2:19:48 PM

Gradma and Grandpa Parker said…

Way to go Lily! Keep up the good work. It looks like Taylor was right there with you. Being on a team is fun.
Friday, August 15, 2008 1:07:39 AM

Aunt Susan said…

Way to go!! Hey, cutie, will you wish your Dad a Happy Belated Birthday from me. I think that he is one awesome dude.Love,
Friday, August 15, 2008 9:44:10 AM

Yesterday Lily had her friend Oakley over…they had some fun in the water. I had to smile when I heard Lily over playing on the swing set breaking out in song. It was as if she were the star in a musical. She was singing to Olivia, “Dingle, dingle, dum. Twist all day and twist all night, why don’t you go down the slide? etc…” Sung to her own made up tune. She proceeded to sing her way through talking for the next 30 minutes. Oakley watched and listened for a second and then before too long, she was chiming in. Fun times!

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Grandpa and Grandma Parker said…

Lily you have a talent for being musical and creative too. You can make people happy with music. Keep up the great work, your mom has this same musical talent. She’s a great example to fallow.

Thursday, June 26, 2008 1:29:36 AM

Anne said…

Lily is getting so big! I can’t wait to hear some of your music at the next family get together. Keep singing and smiling!
Friday, June 27, 2008 6:26:47 AM

Yesterday my dad, Mason, Lex, and Lily hiked up the “Y” here in Provo, UT. It is actually quite a steep little climb, but not too long. It was extra special to have my dad there with us. He helped Mason make trail mix and we all wore a whistle after learning about hikes in the Cub Scout Bear Handbook. With every step we were thinking about how fun it was going to be coming down. The view of Provo was awesome once we reached the top and I was a proud mamma/daughter of my little children and dad. We passed college age guys who were even wondering “how much farther?”. By the way, Lily climbed this one for her dad. She is very excited to tell him that she did it all by herself. Last year she climbed it with Stephen and he had to carry her a little.

We had a great climb with minimal complaints and on the way down I set a goal for myself to be down by 3:00. I began running with Lily and Lex. Well, while Lexi was picking up momentum she must have swung her arms out and accidently hit Lily. Lily was not happy, she thought Alexis purposely hit her and began having a serious melt down. This happened at 2:55 and we still had a ways to get to the bottom. I tried to be nice and rationalize with her for a few minutes to no avail. I explained my goal and tried to distract her into the same goal. She wasn’t buying it. I then said, “If you can’t get in control you can wait here by the side of the road for Grandpa and Mason.” The tantrum escalated and she ran after me, still crying loudly.

Then, it happened. I lost control (10 days without dad around can do that to a mother with five children). As I was running down the mountain, I kicked Lily’s rear of steel with my left foot. It hurt, but I kept on running and yes I made my 3:00 goal. She kept on crying until we reached the car and then Grandma and cousins helped her forget about her recent woes. When I stopped running, I noticed that the toe next to my big one hurt even more and coninued to keep throbbing worse as the night progressed.

I think it is broken or at least severely sprained. Now everytime I take a step I get to remind myself to be more patient. As for Lily, apparently it didn’t leave a mark on her, because I asked how her bumb was and she looked at me with a puzzled look. I guess it was my turn to learn a lesson.

Lily, the kindergartner 2007-2008!Last night Lily had a Kindergarten program to celebrate her graduation! We are so proud of her and how much she has learned this year. Not only has she gotten intellectually smarter (i.e. reading, math, etc.) she has grown socially and emotionally. She is a sweet little girl and wow did she give it her all during that program – she sang her little heart out and wasn’t timid about it, she remembered all of the dance steps and could do “Toe Knee Knows” fast as lighting! Lexi made her a banner that read, “We are ‘Toad’ally proud of you Lily. You’re a star!” It was cute. After the program we came home and ate sherbet the frog, Lily had fun helping make the treat for her family. What a happy day to celebrate Lily’s achievement.

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Grandma and Grandpa Parker said…

Congradulations Lily, we are proud of your getting so smart and becoming a fine singer and dancer. You are a pretty princes.
Friday, May 16, 2008 3:17:48 PM

Amy Baldwin said…

Wow Jodi…you are the ultimate mom when it comes to celebrations. I just go to the program and say “Good job” when it’s done.
Congratulations Lily. 1st Grade will be lots of fun!
Friday, May 16, 2008 7:42:30 PM

Steph said…

Wow Taylor still has five weeks. I love graduations, it’s fun to celebrate your success. Way to go Lil.
Friday, May 16, 2008 11:51:07 PM

Aunt Susan said…

Congratulations, Lilly- on both the graduation and the frog loving. I love amphibians too- specially frogs. Keep singing and loving life!!!
Love,
Monday, May 19, 2008 7:44:24 AM

its a new bike i like my new bike!!!!

	I love it!!!

Comments:

Uncle John said…

You are the cutest bike rider ever. You look like your dad when he used to ride bikes. No shoes, no socks, big huge smile, no problem. Keep on riding and smiling.
Friday, April 18, 2008 11:20:49 PM

Grandpa and Grandma Parker said…

Looks like you are riding really good. It’s just fun to be outside. Now you can ride with your mom and the rest of the family. Did Olivia get your old bike?
Saturday, April 19, 2008 5:50:46 AM

Aunt Anne said…

Lily, I love it. It looks like the perfect bike for you! Miss you!
Saturday, April 19, 2008 8:10:04 PM

Steph said…

How exciting! I like the streamers.
Saturday, April 19, 2008 10:49:43 PM

Riley said…

Sweet bike Lilly, I wish my bike was that cool!!!!
Sunday, April 20, 2008 11:05:07 AM

aunt jana said…

That is a fancy pink bike! You look like you are ready for a fun bike adventure! Ride on!
Monday, April 21, 2008 11:49:38 AM

Grandma Baldwin said…

Lily, your bike is awesome! You look like you really know how to ride it, too. I’m glad you werar your helmet. Good girl!
Monday, April 28, 2008 10:39:03 PM

Lily is a lover of SALT! She is always wondering where the salt is when a meal is served, and let me tell you she is very generous when she is shaking it. The other day I found her shaking Garlic Salt onto her bowl of microwave popcorn … she is branching out a bit! I’ve decided that her and Stephen go together well – he has a hand on the pepper while she is reaching for the salt. I also must mention that some of her favorite foods are french fries and potato chips. We are definitely going to keep our eye on her – we don’t want her going into cardiac arrest, especially at a young age! She did inform me tonight that celery is her favorite vegetable and she just can’t eat enough of it, sounded like a good direction to steer her in. Gotta “dash”….

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Grandpa and Grandma Parker said…

Spicey is good. We like our food spicey too. Always remember to eat your vegetables they are so good for you. We can’t find celery here much, so eat some for us too Lily.
Thursday, March 20, 2008 9:15:03 AM

Aunt Susan said…

I love the crunch and munch of celery and Great Grandma Parker salted green apples and grapefuit. She loved Vegies, salt, and most of all-family.
Thursday, March 20, 2008 12:13:11 PM

Aunt jana said…

She is a girl after my own heart! I love salt too!
Thursday, March 20, 2008 5:58:52 PM

Amy Baldwin said…

Just be careful if she also wants a Diet Coke with those french fries…it is a hard habit to break!
Sunday, May 18, 2008 3:01:40 PM