The Philadelphia Zoo (April 9, 2011)

We decided to take a family trip to the Philadelphia Zoo. This zoo was the first zoo in the US and was good fun. It is about an hour and a half drive to Philly from where we live but the kids were well behaved and we made the journey in good time.

Esme loves animals and spent the day pointing and shrieking with delight! The most exciting part of her day, however, was her very first pony ride!





She also enjoyed feeding the sheep and the goats



Stephen and I saw giraffes on our safari honeymoon but did not witness them running. I think this may be one of the most majestic things I have ever seen.


Noah slept the entire time and Esme was definitely worn out at the end of the day!