An escape into the Sunshine

Since we love crowds so much, my friend Tricia and I decided that we would go to the Zoo on the first warm Satruday of the year hoping that the whole rest of northern Utah would be there too.  We were not disappointed. They all showed up with some of southern Idaho too!  

Although it was very crowded it was nice to get out and enjoy the warm weather.  I have been looking forward to taking Hayden to the Zoo because he loves animal so much.  He didn't show as much excitement as I thought he would.  He just stared at the animals with this look on his face like,  "whoa, how did the pictures get out of my books and how are they moving around?"   I am sure that my friend got sick of me acting like a toddler myself trying to get Hayden excited about the animals!!   The only time I got my camera out was at the playground.  I don't know why Zoo's don't have bigger playgounds that are more mom friendly.  My kids are more excited about playing than seeing any animals!  Maybe I should join the Zoo board for parents and voice my opinion!! or not, that's why I have a blog.   

The boys were able to channel their inner Turtle and climb on swaying spider webs and Hayden discovered a love for eating wood chips. 

Hayden was like a new kid. I love watching him discover all of the new things that are outside.  He loved every minute of the zoo, it was great!

Colby is in Heaven anywhere as long as there are other kids to play with.  He can make a friend with anyone, anywhere.  He even told me so the other day, it was funny! 

Cameron was so happy.  He could play just like all the other kids and for that little while didn't feel like anything was wrong with him.  Putting up with all the people was worth it just for Cam to have that time.  He is almost back to 100% but not quite.  There are still a few things he can't do and he still deals with some pain and lots of tightness in his legs.  His biggest complaint is that he can't ride his bike yet.  I am pretty sure that by this next weekend he will be able to.  His progress still amazes me. Prayers are answered.