Friday the kids and I joined up with Kristen, John, Jackson and Tyler at the Como Zoo for some fun. Naturally we didn't get to talk much as four kids under 5 are hard to keep your eyes on, especially when they run in different directions, but we could at least catch up on some of the basics and have an in-person conversation, which is a big deal. The kids, as always, were adorable and very willing to pose for us.

We even were able to enjoy the Sparky show as we fed the kids their lunch during it so there were no temptations to get up and walk around.

And the kids had a great time checking out the animals...

even if Rory insists on sticking her mouth and tongue on everything still. I'm sure she'll be sick in a few days but what can you do?

As always, I wish we lived closer so we could hangout more but I'm very happy for the opportunities we do have to see Kristen and the boys. I mean, not everyone is still friends with their elementary school neighbor and best friend so it is special just to see them as much as we do.