Vacation

Last week our little family of three took a quick trip to Houston/Galveston. It was the Wild Man's first vacation ever, and the first vacation for the Working Man and me since 2008. So, we were long overdue for some relaxation and fun. Unfortunately, although I spent about a month planning this little trip I overlooked the fact that many schools were on spring break last week. The Houston Zoo was literally a ZOO! However, we had a great time in spite of the crowds. Friday afternoon we fought our way down I-45 to Galveston and spent a lovely evening at Moody Gardens. Saturday, we visited the acquarium there and Wild Man got to meet a penguin up close and personal! Aside from an unfortunate incident with a box of Jr. Mints (another story for another time) a fabulous time was had  by all.

 Seeing the birds at the zoo.

 Caught him in mid-sqwauk. The other people in the bird area thought one of the birds was making that noise! He just likes birds a whole lot.

 The baby elephant that my son did not get to see. Stupid crowds!

 Wild Man playing in the hotel room.

 Why yes, that is my husband acting out the throwing of my son into the hotel fountain/goldfish pond. And, no, now that you mention it, the hotel desk clerk did not find this as amusing as we did.

 Wild Man had so much fun at the acquarium Saturday morning. He was running around like, well, a wild man.

 Sadly, the penguin experience came after the Unfortunate Jr. Mints Episode of 2011. Wild Man was not at his best.

The penguin was adorable and very aware of her cuteness.