Of course Ellie wanted to get into the petting area as soon as we arrive. Since this trip is especially for her...she calls the shots. |
Ryker is now at the age of "monkey see...monkey do." Most things that Ellie does, Ryker's right behind her mimicking the same things. |
Ellie petting the Guinea Pig |
Ellie is as tall as a Pygmy Goat |
Daddy is as tall as a Llama |
As soon as we entered the goat area, this goat was helping himself to the leaves off the tree. It was quite comical to watch. |
At first Ryker was a little unsure of what to think, but once sissy started brushing the goats...buddy was right behind her. |
God love Ellie! She is so gentle with animals. |
Here she thought the goat's beard needed a little brushing. Hehe! :) |
We are at the zoo and this child wants a kitty cat on her face. |
She was a little apprehensive about going through this tunnel, but SHE DID IT! Last year she wanted NO part. |
The Hippos are always neat to watch through the glass. |
Ryker was very excited, continually smacking the glass with his hand. |
My Life! :) |
Daddy and Ryker running through the mister. |
Ellie loving every minute of it! |
Crazy Monkey! |
This was the first time we entered the bird area. One bird walked past us on the bridge, but other than that...nothing very exciting to see. |
Checking out the zebras. |
My very favorite part of the zoo and the coldest....the PENGUINS! |
These animals are fasinating! I love that we can observe them so closely! |
It takes Ellie quite a bit of time to get used to pools or water in general so we were very proud of her floating all by herself. |
Daddy's little girl! |
Having a relaxing evening with our favorite people! |
Oh BUDDY! I JUST LOVE YOU SO MUCH! |
After swimming we still had plenty of time and not a lot of room in the hotel. We ventured to the Galleria mall and then to the Turtle Park. |
One brave girl! |
Daddy and Ellie |
Daddy and Ryker jumping off a snake! |
This was a neat idea for a park. |
HELP!!!!!!!!! |
At the Galleria Ellie had fun throwing pennies into the water. |
She found a fun Disney store; however, most things were VERY pricey! Ellie got a night gown and princess flip flops on clearance. :) |