There is just no better way to start off a Holiday week for me
than to go to the Houston Zoo.
Last weekend was Pancakes with the Pachyderms,
a celebration of the opening of the completion of the McNair elephant habitat
and, as you can tell,
taking pictures of the pancakes wasn't on my list of things to do!
I will say that breakfast was very good ... a whole buffet spread
that included eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, pancakes, scones, breakfast rolls,
Mimosas, Bloody Marys and you could order up an omelet if you wished.
The stars of the show were the Asian Elephants.
Tess (with the blond hair at her ears),
Tupelo (Tess' calf),
Baylor and Shanti (Baylor's Mom).
Baby Tupelo seems to always take over the show.
What a cutie and such a little squirt!
Tupelo had an exciting morning and was resting and thinking
about what to get into next!
Tupelo and Baylor love their new space.
It includes a big pool for them to play in.
Baylor trying to goof off with his Mom, Shanti.
Shanti is very patient!
This is Thailand.
Wishing YOU well and a JOY filled weekend.
Such fun! Aren't they just so cute and playful. BIG and playful :)
ReplyDeleteThe small one does take over the show. Such a cutie. I am planning to meet up with elephants soon.
ReplyDeleteAren't they HUGE! My goodness... but oh so cool! =)
ReplyDeleteThey really are worth photographin. Just great images.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your visit and comment.
Good weekend to you !
What a great outing!
ReplyDeleteOnce again, your header just made me feel soooo good.
Love the shots of the elephants and that little one is such a cutie.
ReplyDeleteDon't you just love elephants? I do, they are definitely intelligent, you only have to watch them for a minute or two to realise that.
ReplyDeleteYou got som great shots of the elephants! What a nice experience.
ReplyDeletePancake fundraisers are the best!
ReplyDeleteGreat photos!
We have deer and wild turkey roaming our property, it keeps the kittens amused.
Thanks for visiting my kittens!
Great captures!
ReplyDeleteI love elephants! I hope they're happy and healthy in their new environment.
Awww, so sweet!
ReplyDeleteMy critter
They are beautiful. My second favorite animal. 4 of them in my home would be a little tight. Hugs, Deb=^..^=x4
ReplyDeleteHow good of you to get out and support your local zoo on a holiday weekend.
ReplyDeleteFabulous photos of the elephants. And thanks so much for stopping by and leaving such a nice comment on my blog. I appreciate it. :)
Great shots!
ReplyDeleteLove all the shots.
I don't know the colour of the eggs, I only met the little beauty in the park.
Have a great weekend :O)
I like elephants and this post very much. Tupelo and Baylor are so cute!
ReplyDeleteSnap, What captivating elephant photos. Those dusty pachyderms look like they could use a swim in the pool!
ReplyDeleteElephants are wonderful, and fascinating critters to watch.
ReplyDeleteGood evening from Italy I am still playing catch up after completing our olive harvest, which is why I have not visited for awhile. Lots to catch up on, love the elephants, we went to an elephant show in Thailand recently. As you are a keen photographer you may also be interested to hear I have started a photography blog. :)
ReplyDeleteI love elephants, great captures. The baby elephant is just adorable. Wonderful photos.
ReplyDeleteElephants are one of my favorite animals in the world. They're so intelligent - gentle giants. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteCindy