Day #1

SAN DIEGO - What a way to start VACATION!! We began our day at the Wild Animal Park and then the Zoo. We had just enough time to get across the bridge and down to the ocean (Coronado) before the sun went down. It rained most of the day and the breeze was cold so we could only enjoy it for a bit but so far this has been the highlight of the trip! WOW!! What a hottie!! and poor Kase finally took his nap about 7:30 p.m.

I almost didn't bring my big camera (I didn't want it ruined or stolen and I thought it would just be in the way) but I am soooo glad I did. It has been worth the headache (more like backache)!!!

The kids have done well so far and not complained about all the walking. After I scared myself silly over a stupid fake snake, we all were laughing a joking. Next thing I knew Kael was on the ground giving Matti a boost up so I could take her pic. So funny!!

Stupid snake!! and yes he has to pose by it just to rub it in:)

This is at the Wild Animal Park. I won't bore you with pics of all the animals but this was especially interesting. The rhino's would fight for a bit and then they would chase the giraffes. They did this a few times and then the ranger had to come and run the rhino's off with his truck. We were trying to make it to the top of the hill so we could get closer pics when Kase fell head first on the asphalt. This was as close as I ended up getting before the ranger spoiled everything.

Matt, looking for his cell phone and computer:)
Actually, I have to say I am impressed with his ability to cut back on the amount of work he is doing!!

This one is just for my sister. They have plenty of these, Merr. Think I could stick one in my suitcase so you could decorate your yard with the real thing?!?!?!