Trip to the Zoo (September)

The first weekend in September we made use of our seldom-used Houston Zoo membership and went into town to see some animals. The day before had been warm but pleasant with a cool breeze and dry (for Houston) air. We had also planned to meet up with Nathan's friend Noah, but that ended up not working out. It threatened to rain on and off the entire time we were there and was horribly hot and muggy. Nathan was miserable the entire time and just kept asking when we were going to eat a snack. Then, after he was fed, kept asking when we were going to ride the carousel. He was clearly not into the trip that day. Olivia hadn't been since she was itty bitty, so she enjoyed the sights and sounds a little more than her brother did. Thankfully, Grammy came along so we were able to manage the drama and weather with little trouble.

Making an elephant sound! 

Checking out the big cats. Despite the heat almost all of them were easy to find on this day.

We never miss seeing the giraffes (partly because they are right by the carousel). I really wanted to get a glimpse of the new baby.

We took the umbrella stroller along for Olivia, but she chose this mode of transportation for the bulk of the trip. That ended up working out well since Nathan rode in the stroller.

Finally! Waiting to get tickets to ride the carousel and showing some real smiles.

First she wanted to ride with Mommy. Then she opted for Daddy. I guess he looked like the safer option.

My big handsome boy. My goodness where is the time going!

Proof I was there and also proof of how miserably hot it was. Pink cheeks and glistening skin for everyone!

She ultimately decided she didn't want to sit on the zebra (it moved!). So Daddy held her, which suited her right down to the ground.

The new baby giraffe at the zoo. Isn't he adorable!

Feeling the sprinkles start to come down before we head out for the day.