Zoo Trip, Monday May 14

Frank took a day off from work and we decided to go to the Brookfield Zoo since it was such a beautiful day. Sophie's been to the Zoo a handful of times already in her 2 and a half years of existence but this was really the first time she enjoyed seeing the animals and pointed at lots of them. It was neat to see her recognize in person what she's seen so many times on TV or in cartoon or toy form.

The new baby giraffe!

A new polar bear cub!

Sophie's first time at the Petting Zoo!

She was reluctant to approach the goats at first but petted them very nicely once I showed her it was okay. She even pointed out this goat's ears and nose and feet.

Aren't they adorable? They're so laid back and friendly. And did I mention cute? Look at those little legs!

The Children's Garden

Here are some pictures of Sophie on a recent visit to the Children's Garden at the Arboretum.

Sophie went across this rope bridge before I could stop her. It's a really long bridge with 4 or 5 parts to cross and I didn't know if she could do it on her own. She's thought about it before but never went across because she was afraid, and other kids on it were making it shake so she couldn't really get good footing, but this time she hopped up there and booked across it so fast I barely had time to turn my camera on and snap a picture before she turned the corner! I think she must have been planning it the whole time...

Playing outside

In the backyard with Daddy

At Town Center Park

We actually had the whole park to ourselves that afternoon, and it was the first day they had the water turned on! I'd have brought her swimsuit if I had known. I don't think we'll have it all to ourselves too many more times this summer!