Well, it has been a couple of weeks since Emmanuel turned one, and we have definitely crossed from babyhood to toddlerhood. Emmanuel clearly understands "no" (especially from daddy), he is walking really well (we have our own little Frankenstein), and he is talking and screaming at any and everybody who will listen.
His personality is probably more like Eli's. He seems very smart, yet funny. Friendly yet cautiously observant. Honestly, the only thing Emmanuel gets from his mama is his larger than life smile that occurs early in the morning, every morning.
Every night before going to bed, I whisper to Emmanuel, "Child, you're forgiven and loved." It is a prayer that I desperately hope that he finds freedom in and understands that those words are for him from His loving Savior.
We hung out at the Baltimore's Child Toddler Fair last weekend. Emmanuel had fun with the gymnastics' equipment. He screamed when he got into the tunnel. Mama translation, "Mama, come and get me." But, I couldn't fit in the tunnel :) 
Lil' E also got to ride a pony! He was one of the smallest kids on the pony. It was awesome. He did great and talked to the horse. When he sees animals (especially our neighbor's dogs), he typically screams, smiles, and points. He was a little more reserved on the pony (only at first....)
A full shot of the ponies. 
Bella and Emmanuel were so funny when they saw all this candy! They started picking up all of the chocolate bars. It was hilarious. 
We've been trying to take advantage of our great piece of land, so we've been spending more time outside running through the sprinklers. Yes, my baby has a big stomach--and no, we couldn't keep this hat on for long.
So, little Emmanuel, as you continue to grow and change and develop into a man, it is my prayer that you will know that you are forgiven and loved. 
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