Woodland Park Zoo...

The last Wednesday in October was such a fun day.  It was a beautiful sunny day and the kids and I spent 6 hours at the Woodland Park Zoo with my good friend Anna and her kids.  Anna and I get to see each other about once a year but the kids sometimes go 2 years between visits.  That's a really long time especially when kids grow and change so fast. 

 There were 11 kids between us.  I did my best bringing 4 of them. 

 In years past we would coordinate a main color theme for our group.   I think we're past that stage now, especially with teens in the group.

The Penguins at this zoo are so cool!

D was so sweet with Blossom.  He told her all about the animals we were seeing.  So cute!

Blossom enjoyed the day.  The meerkats were funny to her.  They ran back and forth behind the glass.

The day was perfect.  Great weather and no crowds.  It was the last of their 3 homeschools days they hold each fall.

The leaves on the little hill were a perfect back drop for taking pictures. 

 The wolves and bears were my favorites.  They were each fed 5 minutes after we arrived at their habitats.  It made for a very exciting exhibit.  It's no fun seeing the animals sleep all the time.

 The kids would probably say their favorite part was trading Pokemon cards. 

 Up to the very last minute in the parking lot, before we left, trades were still taking place.   

My kids said it was the best day and want to know when they can see the Downen's again.