August 9, 2012...

Before we left for the zoo I had to get a few pics of the kids.  I love Madi's outfit and she looks so cute in her glasses. 

Easton got this for Christmas.  It is half of a ball that you put different shapes in.  He has never used it as that.  He is positive that he got two hats. :D 

I love this one of Easton!

Off to the VERY hot zoo...  Madi is totally scared of the elephant that "sneezes" on you.  Easton normally likes it but wasn't so fond this day.

We LOVE the new Rocky Shores exhibit and are looking forward to the start of the African Safari.  It is fun to get new animals and see the zoo update and create new habitats for the animals.  It is one of our favorite places to go and this day we went with some of our favorite friends!  

Madi & Guire in the hollow log... 

Guire peeks out... 

Miss Madi... 

(is it just me, or does the close up make it look like they are in the middle of a cow pie?) 

My favorite part of the zoo in the summer are the GIANT misting fans.  It is like a little piece of heaven on the hot, hot days!  Guire was NOT loving it and made the funniest faces, swatting away the mist and air. 

Look at my sweet little kids.  They are so much fun to be with.  They keep me going and say the funniest things.  I love these two! 

Guire wanted his picture on the bike too.   

The tigers tank was drained.  One of them was exploring and kept walking by the window.  It is fun to see them up so close! 

We went to the bird show for the first time.  A.MAZ.ING!!!  This owl was flying so low that his wing hit Chantel on the head as it flew over.  It was awesome!

I loved the bird show and think it is on the list to see every time we go.  This is how they end the show.  I think bald eagles are so beautiful.  Awesome to see one so close.

We finished our day with a ride on the carousel.  My hot, sweaty, tired little kids love that thing and could ride it all day!