Yesterday we had a much needed family day! Life has been so stressful that we decided to take a break from it all and head to the zoo! Instantly after we got to the zoo, my kids befriended the local ducks at the entrance. Lola squealed when it was time to leave them, this seemed to happen at every animal we visited!
Kyan fed the ducks at close range!
Lola was amazed at everything she saw!
Daddy and Kyan walking and talking about the animals! Kyan was all about his dad yesterday!
Checking out swans
Lola and the monkey were so into each other! Don't know who was enjoying themselves more?
Wildlife World Zoo is known for its White Tigers, but they are usually not out and about, at least not every time we have visited. Yesterday, a turtle got out of its habitat and was roaming around on the walkway in front of the tigers habitat, the tigers were pacing back and forth and were after that turtle. Someone (another zoo visitor) put the turtle back on the other side of its fence, so that the tigers would settle down. It was neat to see them in action!
Lola and daddy! Both of my kids ended up on daddy's shoulders at one point or another during the morning!
Sleepy time
Lola checking out the flamingos - Kyan was curious to know how they could just stand there forever on one leg. He even tried to stand like them, and lasted about 10 seconds before he gave up!
Mommy and Lola by rhino - he was huge!
Kyan took his first skyride with his daddy! He wasn't scared for even a second and enjoyed every bit of seeing the animals from up high! He ran to me when they got off the ride and gave me a huge hug in excitement and proceeded to tell me all about what they saw.
Feeding the giraffes. This is the coolest thing that I have ever been apart of! Last time we went, Kyan was to afraid to feed them, but another year older brings on lots more bravery! Lola just watched, we learned not to give her food from the feeding the ducks. She just held onto it and wouldn't give it up - but she was giggling when the giraffe stuck out his tongue at Kyan waiting for incoming food!
There were two baby giraffes at the park - this one was so cute, he wasn't tall enough to get fed by people, but his little head was resting on the posts, just longing for attention. It was so sweet.
The loves of my life - not sure what they were checking out?!
The zoo has a new addition that just opened up - their aquarium! It was really cool and HUGE! It was set up really neat and had several spots that allowed kids (and adults) to pet certain sea creatures and even feed the rays! Kyan was not really sure about all of it, but was willing to touch some of the animals. He wanted to feed the rays, but once he found out they have to suck the food from between your fingers, he tapped out!
Lola was all about getting her hands dirty and touching the animals!
Our last stop was the petting zoo. There were several animals that attacked you at the door for food, so we avoided those and went to the more chill animals just laying around!
This was Kyan's favorite little guy in the petting zoo!
4 comments:
fun day at the zoo! i can't wait until my kiddos are old enough to feed the animals! oh, and you look so pretty!
lv the pic of kyan and daddy walking...so cute...looks like u had a great tme i cant wait til avery gets it lol....fam time is so important
I absolutely LOVE that shot of Lola & the monkey checking each other out!
Also, Kyan is such a big boy now & always love the pics of him with Chad (their bond is the best.)
You look SO pretty & skinny in that grey dress! You are doing awesome & I can tell how MUCH happier you are.
Glad you guys had a good day & were able to keep your mind on more positive things.
YAY!! Finally there are up. I am so sad we didn't go. I know you needed some good family time. Sounds like it was a great day.
I love the pictures of Lo on Daddy's shoulders. She looks so happy and content there. I could just tell that Kyan had a blast. He is at such a perfect age to enjoy this. He was brave to get on the sky ride. I missed out on that last time, got stuck with Jay. You gotta ask Kyan for me if he will ride it next time with Aunti Susie.
Can I say I noticed you finally dragged out the wagon. Did Lola enjoy it as much as Jay loves hers?
I loved the baby giraffes, they are super cute. We threw down some food for them and they got a big share, although I am sure they can't wait to reach.
Last thing... YOU DO LOOK ABSOLUTLY BEAUTIFUL!! I love your summer dresses on you.
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