11/3/09

A Trip to the Arizona Zoo/ Outdoor Wednesday!

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I'm still unpacking my clothes from our Arizona trip but just wanted to share some fun pics! Last Thursday, my hubby Dan and I, along with my son Joshua headed to the Phoenix Zoo. It was a gorgeous day with a high of about 65 which is actually quite cool for Phoenix this time of year.  Josh has loved zoos since he was a little boy and Dan and I enjoy them as well.  Well this zoo is just wonderful ! We especially enjoyed viewing  the spider monkeys!  Now doesn't  it   look like this guy is contemplating his future.


My favorite, the spider monkey's!  Don't they have just the cutest faces?



The Sentries are standing guard!



The most glorious shades of pink!!


King of the Jungle or just a big Pussycat?



Is he watching us or are we watching him??



I think I could take him home with me!    Please join Susan and some other great bloggers for an Outdoor Wednesday.   Cindy






Posted by Cindy (Applestone Cottage) at 9:58 PM

28 comments:

  1. MimiNovember 3, 2009 at 10:04 PM

    HI!!!
    I love our ZOO!!!!
    We go at least 1 or 2 times per year!!!!!! I think it is so fun to go stare at the animals!!!! I also say they think we are crazy for staring at them!!!!!
    hugs,
    jamie

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  2. ellen bNovember 3, 2009 at 10:15 PM

    Hi Cindy! You got some great shots at the zoo! Love those sentries...

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  3. From the Old InkWellNovember 3, 2009 at 10:22 PM

    Precious! Love the flamingos!!

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  4. The Quintessential MagpieNovember 3, 2009 at 10:35 PM

    Cindy, you always, ALWAYS take the absolute best pics of animals, and this is no exception. Just phenomenal! I loved seeing them ALL.

    BTW, I did write promo lit. I left a message in your previous post. Thanks for the compliment! :-)

    Glad you had so much fun on your trip! Come to St. Augustine, and I will take you to the oldest alligator farm in the US! And it has endangered species of birds and other neat animals there, too. They're waiting for you to photograph them! ;-)

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  5. Ms.DaisyNovember 3, 2009 at 10:38 PM

    Cindy,
    You have some great pictures from your zoo and I really like the one of the lion. He does look like a big pussycat but remember, he IS the king of the jungle after all!! :) Thanks for posting these for Outdoor Wednesday.

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  6. Thoughtfully Blended HeartsNovember 3, 2009 at 10:40 PM

    Absolutely wonderful photos...I love zoos and all of their exotic animals...

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  7. SarahNovember 3, 2009 at 10:41 PM

    Thanks for sharing these photos. Looks like this is a great zoo. ~ Sarah

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  8. AliciaNovember 3, 2009 at 10:59 PM

    Awwww, love all the pics, especially the spider money. You're right, what a face! Glad you had a great time in AZ. I glanced at the other pics and you and Dan look great spiffed up and great just casual as well!

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  9. Glenda/MidSouthNovember 3, 2009 at 11:14 PM

    You got some great pictures - thanks for sharing.
    Glenda

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  10. DiannNovember 3, 2009 at 11:38 PM

    Great photos!

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  11. MaryroseNovember 4, 2009 at 1:56 AM

    Hi Cindy,
    Oh I just love the Phoenix Zoo. I used to take my girls when they were little. My mom and dad, (dad is gone now), would take us on Sunday afternoons. Great memories. Your pictures are charming. Thanks for sharing
    Maryrose

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  12. susanNovember 4, 2009 at 5:39 AM

    I love love love zoos! Your pictures are great. I DO think you would be sorry if you took the little guy home :)...eventually. I could stay here just to listen to the music--I LIKE it!!!

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  13. Hootin AnniNovember 4, 2009 at 5:57 AM

    I LOVE zoos!!!!! Each and every photo is awesome, especially the LION KING!!!

    This is NOT Tucson's zoo...is it Phoenix then?

    My post for Wednesday is now published. Click Here to join me. I'd love for you to stop by today.

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  14. SmilingSallyNovember 4, 2009 at 6:26 AM

    It's been so long since I've visited a zoo, Cindy. Thanks for taking me along with you.

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  15. Mary BergfeldNovember 4, 2009 at 7:50 AM

    What wonderful photos. This looks like a spectacular zoo. I must compliment you oh the photo of the flamingos - it is really spectacular. Have a great Outdoor Wednesday.

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  16. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)November 4, 2009 at 8:08 AM

    As usually your photos are fantastically spectacular. Thanks for the view of the zoo.

    Have one wildly terrific day, Cindy!!!

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  17. sherri@lavenderfieldsNovember 4, 2009 at 8:21 AM

    Love the Pink Flamingoes! I read they get that colour from eating shrimp! Too funny! Beautiful pictures. Looks like a great day. Have a wonderful week and Happy Outdoor Wednesday : )

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  18. My name is RietNovember 4, 2009 at 8:34 AM

    What beautiful pictires you made in the zoo. My favorite is the flamingo picture but come to think of it they are all my favorites.;))

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  19. Chari at Happy To DesignNovember 4, 2009 at 9:38 AM

    Mornin' Girlfriend...

    I'm sitting here with my morning coffee..trying to wake up and thought I would come by and see what you're up to today? What a way to start my morning...sharing a cup of coffee with the monkeys! Hehe! You know...they are my favorite too!!! I would love to have one...they are just so darn cute! I see an excerpt on TV for a show...anyway, they had these baby monkeys playing with 2 white tiger cubs...it was just the cutest thing you've ever seen!!! Girl, it's been ages since I've been to a zoo...I'm glad that you shared your trip with us! Great photos!!!

    Well...I'm paying the price for working on my fireplace yesterday...my old bones are really hurting me today! I suspect I won't get much done! I'm really excited though...going to get to meet Sally from Salmagundi blog tomorrow for lunch! She's such a sweet lady...I'm really looking forward to our lunch date! Hehe...you know...I agree! I think you and Dan need to plan a trip to Colorado!!! I would love geting to meet you and spend some time visiting with you, my friend! Russell and I are planning a trip to Vegas in April. They have a Rockabilly car show going on! Gloria and her husband Len are planning on meeting us there! I'm soooo excited about getting to meet up with Gloria! Maybe you and Dan should plan a trip to Vegas? Hehe! We could just make it a "threesome"!!!

    Well my dear...have a wonderful day and I'll talk with you later!

    Love ya, Sweetie!
    Chari

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  20. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMENovember 4, 2009 at 9:54 AM

    Fantastic pictures. Believe it or not, I have never been to that zoo....well, we went for Zoo lights, but no animals were out...just humans!

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  21. linda tNovember 4, 2009 at 2:14 PM

    I love the baboons at our PHX zoo! They do have rather strange, colorful butts... but cute nonetheless.
    Great pics Cindy. Makes me want to go to the zoo... cuz it's been a long time.
    Can you believe we had 96 degrees yesterday? You left just in time :)

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  22. LorettaNovember 4, 2009 at 2:24 PM

    Hi Cindy,
    I loved all the pics but my favorites are the Prairie Dogs!!!!! They are so much fun to watch. The Spider monkeys are too cute!!! Michael loves zoos too but he loves the big cat enclosures! Leopards and Mountain Lions are his favorites!Hugs, Loretta

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  23. SueNovember 4, 2009 at 9:09 PM

    Hi Cindy, What a wonderful trip you all took, I love zoos too. the pictures you took are outstanding, just beautiful.Thank you for sharing.

    Thank you for coming by and for leaving such a sweet comment, and i am most happy to put your name in the hat.
    Sue

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  24. Julie HarwardNovember 4, 2009 at 10:16 PM

    Hi Cindy...I have always loved Zoo's, I think I fell in love with them when as a little girl, the elephant reached into my drink and sucked it all up! Great pictures, the tiny monkeys ..so cute! :D

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  25. SandyNovember 4, 2009 at 10:22 PM

    Awesome Pictures!!

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  26. Bargain Decorating with LaurieNovember 5, 2009 at 6:28 PM

    Wow! What fabulous photos you got! It looks like you got up close and personal with the animals! laurie

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  27. BonnieNovember 7, 2009 at 6:21 PM

    Hi Cindy, how in the world were you able to get such up close and personal pictures. They're great! You need to come to San Diego to see the SD Zoo.

    Have a great weekend, Bonnie

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  28. RenNovember 8, 2009 at 11:01 AM

    These are fabulous photographs! I have always enjoyed going to the zoo as much as any kid. Thanks for sharing your trip.

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I would love to hear from you. Come back and visit anytime. Warmest Wishes, Cindy

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