Zoo take Two

Hello Everyone,

This afternoon after the older three were done school, we took them to see the expo fair the younger ones were able to see yesterday. Today we made it through the zoo, and over to the rides, when the skies opened up and it began to downpour. We waited under a ride for twenty minutes or so, till the rain was too getting the kids wet. Then we ran over to a tent to stay dry. While waiting the tent across from us fell over, and one in the corner flipped completely over. Thanks to all my handy dandy Hurlbut Tent Rental training...........I quickly evaluted our tent to be safe enough to stay under. The rains came down hard, and it began to thunder and lighting. It was great. The kids and I enjoyed playing in the river that was flowing through the tent.

After the rain subsided we brought the kids over to enjoy a treat in one of the soda tents. Unfortunately they got very cold, very fast so we didn't stay long before we decided to walk home. Riding a boda would have only made them even colder, and the walk helped them to warm up. We all laughed at Auntie Aida, as she was so worried about getting her feet and painted nails wet, as the rest of us just walked through the puddles when neccessary.

We finished off the day with making some chips and guacamoli, and of course a nice "hot" shower. Even though we got wet, and didn't make it onto all the rides, I think the kids had a lot of fun. I know I did. I really enjoy thunderstorms and rainshowers, so tonight I will be sitting out on the porch with a cup of coffee, and enjoying another one of natures shows.

Love and miss you all,

Joe