A Movie and Corban's Karate

Sometimes while momma is away and Toy Story is on...Karate happens!

Sleeping Boys

Well, April is gone until Tuesday (she & Nicole are picking up our team's new school teachers in Accra, Ghana), and once again it's just the 3 Emerson boys. Madness has ensued all afternoon, but it was so out of control that I had no time to take pictures until C1 & C2 were down for the night...enjoy the sleeping boys pics!

Take A Walk

Take a walk with us down the beach....Corban loved the water! This spot in Lome had a swimming pool in addition to a beautiful (and clean!) beach.

Corban also had his typical "I'm not getting my way so I'm going to scream and throw a fit" moments.

Caden is still scared of the ocean and has developed a new fear of water in general. I think it's basically not wanting it in his eyes, nose, or mouth. For Caden, there are plenty of other things to do at the beach other than mess with the water.


Corban didn't want to leave the ocean, so Brett and I took turns letting him feel the waves come over his feet while keeping a death grip on his hand.


Having two under 4 at the beach is a little difficult...but it was a great family getaway that we needed!

How To Make Applesauce

by Caden Emerson

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Caden really enjoyed this activity together.
I always forget how easy it really is to make applesauce.
What do you and your toddler cook together?