As you can see, we spent the winter in New Braunfels. It was fifteen miles from Steve, Kelly and Jacob. Steve came out to the campground for the first few days, then his work schedule had him getting home too late to visit except on weekends. Kelly and Jake came out often, and if not we went to their house to see them . The campground had a jumping area and playground which Jake loved. I think Kelly did too, and she was a great partner for Jake bouncing. Thank goodness so Nana & Papa didn't have to perfect our bouncing skills!
Jacob also joined a T ball team. We got to practice with the family before we left.
We also went to Sea World in San Antonio. It was early in the season, but we all enjoyed the day watching the dolphins, sea lions, and killer whales. They have a show there which is Jake's favorite-Pets Ahoy. It features cats, dogs, pigs, mice, ducks, a skunk, and birds. We saw it a few times but it was always enjoyable. We had to arrive early to get a center front row seat to get the full effect.
While there we also went to the African Wildlife Safari. This was near Ciblo, TX. We rode through a wildlife area in our car, windows down, feeding zebras, various goats, ostriches, antelope, lamas, and cattle. The giraffes were in a separate fenced area, but most animals were next to us. The zebras had their heads in Kelly and Jacob window. A little alarming since the previous sign said the zebras might bite. Luckily Jake was quick to duck his head.
One day while Jake was in school, we drove out to the Canyon Lake area of TX. It is a very beautiful area and wide open spaces. We also sampled TX Bar BQ at Rudy's and of course can't pass up Big Papa's Pizza or Mama Margie's Mexican!
Jacob loved his monkey sleeping bag. He has used it many times since.
We left TX March 9th making our way back home! We were to see Steven, Kelly, and Jake about three weeks later when the long awaited adoption happened, and we welcomed Ainsley Hope Keenan into our family!!!! Pictures to follow.
