Wisdom Teeth

On March 27 Lily had her wisdom teeth removed. Yes, she is young for this procedure but being the unique one of a kind girl she is her bottom wisdom teeth were the size of an 18 year old  person and had they grown anymore could have become entwined in her facial nerves. So out they came.

She was nervous but did very well. The anesthesiologist was incredible. He was so good with Lily and allowed us to stand at the entrance of the surgery room until she was asleep. In true Lily fashion she talked, and talked, and talked. When we asked if she was out the anesthesiologist help his hand up in the air and did a talking motion with his hand. She was still holding on. When she finally went under it took less than an hour to get the procedure done. She stayed a little longer in recovery, because she had pneumonia in February, but we did get to go home later that day.

When she came around in the recovery room the truth came out about what she thinks so of us, especially her brothers. ;-)

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IMG_0549Her face got even bigger than this. It was a little concerning and we did end up calling the doctor about 10 at night. We followed orders though and she was better in a few days.

Feeding the Missionaries

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Tonight we fed the missionaries. It has been a while since we have actually had the missionaries in our home. Every time I would sign up something would happen (more like one of us were sick) and I would have to take them a pizza. I found out tonight that they mostly get pizza to…

We Are Not Snobs

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I came across a post on Facebook the other day that really got to me. A mom was stating how she and her child are disability snobs. The mom stated that her child prefers to stay away from crowds, which I completely understand. But, then the mom said the child didn’t like to be in…

Confessions of a Lapse Mother

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I have a confession to make and it’s embarrassing. Lily can’t read. Well she can read at about a 1st grade level. But that is not the level I want her reading at. I have failed her. I have not put in the time I should have to have her reading at her best level….

Lilyisms – Warm Buns

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The other day Lily and I were driving down the street when out of the blue she asked “So, is your butt warm?” I was startled for a split second then I remembered we were riding in our new car, that has seat heaters. Can I just say I LOVE heated seats! I didn’t know…

Lily’s Bike

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VIDEO of Lily (and a few family members) riding her new bike! She does wear a helmet now.

Christmas

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I am suppose to be catching up on this blogging. I will try and get Christmas done before Valentines Day arrives. Our Christmas really was the cruise, but Lily still got a little something from Santa. I love that she still believes. It was kind of sad that none of our other children are living…

The Reception

Now that Christmas is over I might be able to get caught up on blogging. Lily loved the entire wedding experience, but I do believe dancing the night away at the reception, we had locally, would rank as her favorite. The reception was held at Rice Eccles Stadium and it was beautiful. Brynn’s mom did…

Brandt

If you don’t know already we adopted Lily. At that time we knew nothing about Reece’s Rainbow. I don’t think it was even organized then. Anyway, there are several wonderful families that are adopting children with Down syndrome through this organization. I look through the pictures from time to time wishing. I know this is…

Young Women In Excellence

This past week was Young Women in Excellence for our ward’s young women. This is a very special night for the Young Women as they are recognized for their talents and accomplishments in their Personal Progress for the year. Lily was able to show off her talents and abilities in swimming, and track and field…