a day at the zoo...

It has become a tradition of ours to go to Lowry Park Zoo every time we are in Florida. I love this tradition because I really, really, love the zoo. I think Carver is really starting to love it too.

We always start the day with breakfast at Cracker Barrel, then we spend the morning hours at the zoo and finish off the excursion with lunch at Jason's Deli.

All in all, a perfect day :)

Julia made a new friend.

He's on a mission.

Waiting to ride on the carousel...

...and we waited and waited...

Finally we were off! And Carver's mouth stayed like this for the ENTIRE ride...

Then we rode a camel.

Staying hydrated.

Starting to get sleepy...

His favorite part of the day? Definitely playing in the water.

He loved having Julia play with him in the water-- and so did I. Thanks Jules :)