Birthday Day at the Zoo

Monday for Riley's actual birthday, we went to the zoo. It is funny, how Riley is beginning to get bored of the zoo just as Alex is beginning to get really excited about all the animals. This was the last Monday for the zoo members appreciation which meant that we got to get into the zoo one hour early. In the blistering Texas sun, getting in at 9 instead of 10 is a BIG deal!
They also have different trainers out and about early with animals for the kids to see up close. This was some kind of a shepherd dog, but I don't remember what she said. It was just funny because we didn't expect to see a dog at the zoo. Plus I have never seen a dog that looked like this one!

As always my favorite is the beautiful white tiger!

Then it was time to feed the birds. They were especially hungry this time, so both kids got to feed them.

Of course Alex wanted to do it herself!

Love this smile!

For the first time in a really long time, we made it all the way to the back to the Texas Wild. Riley was so excited about the seeing the alligator and bats!

The majestic bald eagle!

Such a fun day! We are always so hot and sweaty when we leave, but we have a blast!