Aeva's Big Day

Today was a treat. This Sabbath after church we took Aeva on her first trip to the zoo! Although she was a bit frumpy to begin with, she livened up pretty well at the sight of the few animals who weren't fast asleep. Without question, her favorite zoo members were the meercats. In between their bobs, chirps, scurrying, and curious peeks at the kiddies behind the glass you would have seen one fascinated little girl making coos of delight at the sight of these comical critters.

You had to watch out for goats. One of these fellows snuck of behind Jessica and stole our zoo membership our of her back pocket, with every intention of making tasty snack out of it! Fortunately Dad was quick on the draw and literally rescued it from the jaws of destruction, prompting the zoo keeper to make a general announcement that all loose paper articles should be kept securely out of sight from these domestic pick-pockets.

This guy was just on the same level as Aeva. They were mutually intrigued by one another.

Today was also Aeva's first time in a swing, and the results are plain to see. Obviously we'll be coming back to this spot.