On Mother's Day we girls went to our traditional mother's day spot, the Oakland Zoo. I can't remember when this tradition first started, but it's been something we've done for the past few years. It's one of our favorite spots and we all enjoy it. I think it's special because I have been going to this zoo since I was five years old, and now I take my kids there.
We started the day with a breakfast at Buttercup, one of our favorite breakfast spots. Then it was off to the Zoo. It was such a lovely, bright, sunny day. My mom and I exchanged presents (I was quite spoiled!) and then we got on a few rides. The train was free for us moms to ride, which was a nice treat. The girls loved the Tiger Rollercoaster and we got on this at least four times, if not more. Lola even got me to ride the cable ride that goes above the whole zoo and higher than the tallest tree there. It's so frightening to me especially when it goes above the lions' den. But I didn't want Lola to be afraid of the ride so I took her. It was so very long, but I have to admit, it was fun talking with her and chatting about the various animals we saw. She waved hello to other riders and snapped a few pictures of the animals below.
We really had a great time! Afterward, we came home and ate some pizza and Enrique gave me flowers and a card. It was such a nice relaxing day. I was coming down with a terrible cold though which would turn into a sinus infection. Just can't seem to get these allergies under control. It was a really wonderful Mother's Day in spite of feeling sick!
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