Rara, Boy Rara, a Shark, and a few Otters

Sadly, our Christmas vacation is coming to an end. After nearly two weeks home, Jeff returns to work on Monday. Graham will surely miss him, as he's become accustomed to having his Daddy around all the time! We've had a great break though, and this weekend was no exception.

Last night our friends Sara and her fiance' Chris ('Rara' and 'Boy Rara' according to Graham) joined us for dinner. Graham LOVES to spend time with both of them and had a fantastic time dancing around the living room with Sara. Graham was even kind enough to share his coveted dance pad with her. You know that Graham really likes you, if Graham is willing to share his favorite toys!

For the past few days, nearly every time we're in the car, Graham insists that we're heading to the zoo. When the car stops and he gets out to see the grocery store or the mall, he often says 'zoo?' in a very sad voice. So, at Graham's request, this morning the three of us decided to brave the cold and visited the zoo. A good portion of it is indoors, so we aren't that crazy as we braved the below zero windchill to check out the animals. Not surprisingly, Graham was most intrigued by the large aquarium. He was very impressed by the shark that repeatedly swam in front of him.

Check out the 'fishy face' he's making for the shark!

Today was the first time that Graham paid any attention to the small clawed otter exhibit. I normally walk through very quickly because to be completely honest, I think that specific exhibit smells horrendous. But, since Jeff was with today, he was the good parent and offered Graham a new experience. Graham continually 'meowed' at the otters as if they were cats, but they did provide some good entertainment. I guess next time I take Graham to the zoo, I'll be stopping to see the otters...

Graham and Daddy enjoying a morning at the zoo...happy after the stinky otters :)