Jeff was on vacation this week and we’ve really been getting some quality family time with him. Yesterday, we spent the day at the zoo and even though it cold, we bundled up and enjoyed the chilly sunshine. The best part was that the male lion, Xerxes, put on a show for us – a wonderfully close-up show! Look at this majestic animal.
We had a great conversation with the other guests at the zoo (all 3 of them) about why he was melancholy. We figured he was probably roaring because his lioness has been segregated from him while she tends to her their brand new cubs. It kind of made my heart sad and happy at the same time – do you ever have that?
We still have more family bonding in store but right about now, we are at an appointment to get Elise her very first passport. And how’s this for weird – the guy who took my passport picture took a better photo than the portrait studio where we just had our Christmas cards shot. Oh, the irony is not lost on me.
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Lou Lou Girls says
Hello cute lady! I love stopping by your party each week. Thank you for hosting. Please stop by our party that starts tonight at 7 pm. We would really appreciate it.
Happy Monday! Lou Lou Girls
Amanda @ Growing Up Madison says
I see a few recipes that I just have to give a try. Some great links here in this link up. Thanks for hosting.
Heather {Woods of Bell Trees} says
Maybe you could just have the passport photos put together in Photoshop. Isn’t that frustrating when things like that happen? Urgh. Thank you for a fun party!
Christy says
Thanks so much for picking the Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake bars as your favorite. I hope you have a chance to make them soon. You will love how easy and delicious they are. Have a great week enjoying your family time!
Melinda @Home.Made.Interest says
Thanks for featuring our Give Thanks Turkey Slat Sign!