Jack and I went to the zoo with Michael's sister Coleen and her son, Gabriel, who is about 7 months older than Jack.
We had so much fun! Jack was so incredibly small last year while the weather was nice, so we didn't get outside all that much. We've loved the warm weather over the last couple of weeks and have taken lots of walks and have tried to be outside a lot. The weather for our zoo adventure couldn't have been better.
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| Sitting on the elephant enjoying the sun |
Jack's favorite was definitely the seals. He would have sat there forever watching them swim around if I had let him. It made me really excited for the new and improved aquarium opening this month!
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| Gabe and Jack watching the seal together |
In the gorilla house, the gorilla was very cooperative and eating right next to the window. I though, "perfect! I'll put Jack right next to him so he can get a good look!" Bad idea. As soon as I stood Jack next to the glass, the gorilla looked up from his salad and Jack freaked. He was terrified! I'll admit, gorillas sort of freak me out too. It was sad and funny all at the same time.
Jack pretty much loved any animals that were actually moving. It's so fun to see him start to understand the world around him. The most cooperative animals were the seals, lynx, and polar bear. Some of the monkeys were being fun too.
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| The lynx |
We tried the carousel too, but it just wasn't a hit. I think by that time he was ready for a nap though. Other than the animals, it was just fun to be with Cousin Gabe and play outside!
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| When we first got on he was okay |
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| But couldn't quite figure out what he was suppose to do |
And this week is Jack's first birthday! I can't believe it's been a year!
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