Last Thursday, friends got together for a day filled with fun and adventure. I think there were 13 of us to be exact.

We were off to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park! Such a pretty place where special animals get to call home.

You never know what will be around the next corner.

But I can tell you, African music and ambience set the tone for a great day.

Off we go!

First stop = Feed these beautiful creatures.

such fun!

I believe we were on the receiving end of this.

Wouldn’t you agree?

Sheer joy experience.

I had no clue at the beginning of our journey that we would come face to face like this.

One thing is certain. This guy enjoyed our visit too.

By guys, see you around!

We got to greet a baby! This little guy was just 8 weeks old and weighing in at approx 200 lbs.

Time for breakfast!

We got a little chuckle at the male lying in the mud. He was rolling around making his call of the wild for all the ladies. And letting all the males in the area know who’s boss.

I’m still in awe…

The next guy we got to feed was a rhino. How cool is that?

We also enjoyed giving a friendly pet.

And then we said goodbye. Sorry buddy, you finished all the apples.

Total joy ride…

We were fascinated with the length of his tongue and how he used it to secure his food.

What a great day to remember.

When our Safari journey came to an end, we made our way to lunch. Tables were arranged with tablecloths (specifically for our group) overlooking the valley and beautiful scenery.

I have no picture to share, but the memory is lodged in my mind, never to forget.

Blessings – Debbie