Day at the Zoo.

Our day at the Zoo was finally here.  We started out towards my parents house, picked them up, got some gas in our van, and headed towards the Fort Wayne Zoo.  Everyone was in good spirits and were anticipating the fun to come.  Our first stop was at the big "ZOO" sign to get the boys picture taken.

We saw penguins (Zak's favorite), Monkeys (Thad's fav), and Alligators (Jake's fav).  The boys got up close and personal with an alligator swimming right in front of the glass.

Our first ride was on the train.  Except for a wiggling Malachi, the kids were enthralled with the train and all that went with it.  Thad saw plenty of "ucks" (ducks) and was very animated while spotting little creatures.  Here is a picture of a very happy Jacob and Grandpa Steury.

And out of everything, Jake wanted to go to the stationary toy train the most where he could ring the bell.  Funny kid.

Zak and Jake both got to feed a giraffe for the first time.  Zak was hesitant, but once he saw Jake do it, he jumped right in.  Fun times.

And of course, we had to stop for a snack and Mama might have gotten her Dippin Dots :D  Expensive snack, but so delish!  

After riding on the safari ride and carousel, and seeing lots of African and Rain Forrest animals, the boys ended the day with a run through the Kid's Tree House.   

Besides Zak running off a few times and some tears here and there, our trip to the zoo was successful and pleasant.  The weather was perfect and memories were made.  God's creation is truly magnificent.  

Thank you, Lord for a glorious day at the Zoo!