We've had two great developments lately. First, Henry has started putting weight on his leg and walking a little bit! This means he no longer needs the brace, and so his mood has improved considerably. We are really happy he is doing better. Really really happy.
Also, we managed to find some help with childcare for the end of this week and for next week, so Tim and I will be able to do all of the things we need to at work. Whew!
Today, we went to the Hogle Zoo in Salt Lake City. We had a good time. It was Henry's first visit since he can really check things out properly.
They have an interesting new little exhibit on Madagascar, which the kids liked. It has various small animals and a fossa, which you can sort of see here behind Madi. It is very curious, a lot like a cat but it is related to the mongoose. Spot of course always tours the zoo with us.
We saw real rhinos as well as this rhino statue.
The giraffe house is pretty neat. You can go upstairs so you are taller than they are.
We got to see a gorgeous tiger. Usually he is sleeping but today he roused himself just for a bit.
It was pretty hot and dry, so the kids got some refreshing popsicles. Their mouths were green for the rest of the day.
We saw a cool sloth. Henry even saw it. He really liked seeing all of the animals. He seemed quite surprised by a lot of them.
They have a really great carousel at the zoo now.
We had to ride twice, of course. Henry was upset when we left even so.
Checking out the camels.
They have lots of non-exotic animals too, which the kids like because you can get up close.
Their favorite part is always the water ball.
After the zoo we went to the Gateway for dinner at Thaifoon. It was pretty good, and they had great kids' meals too. We were all getting tired though and were ready to head home.
The kids fell asleep in the car on the way home. This is quite unusual for them. We managed to take them from the car to bed, also unusual. Madi has since woken up and can't get back to sleep. I knew it was too good to be true. At least Henry is still asleep.
We had a nice day overall. We are really relieved Henry is doing better! He is still cranky and frustrated over his relative lack of mobility, but it is improving.
2 comments:
Thanks for the BLOG update. I think I could use an undate at least TWICE A DAY. You and Tim take such great pics. I appreciate your including references, such as the FOSSA; there's so MUCH to learn in/of the COSMOS!!! Glad to learn that Henry continues to improve and that you have childcare. We love you.
Glad to hear the little guy is finally doing better. They are both adorable. Madi's scraped knees actually showeed up very well in the pictures. Glad to see that Spot gets to go where he always wanted to go: The Zoo. Looking forward to seeing you all later in the month. Will Spot, Jack, and Anna Claire all be able to make the trip? If not it should be interesting to see who gets left behind. We had great fun on our 4 corners vacation. Bryce particularly liked Frame Arch and its view of Delicate Arch; and of course the indoor amusement park at Circus Circus. He got 8 Junior Ranger badges during the trip.
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