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Happy Mother’s Day – 2023 May 14, 2023

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A very Happy Mother’s Day to all to all of the mothers, caregivers, nurturers, pamperers, surrogates and loving coddlers out there. Our mother, Lillian Wolfe, is long gone, but her advice, warnings and general ‘Lili-isms’ live on in our daily lives.  She taught us to laugh at life, to think, to question authority, to march, to protest – to fight the good fight. She also gave  us our moral compass – one glance from Lillian told us instantly whether our behavior was acceptable or not – and I got a lot of glances. My sister Terry and I remember many childhood events differently but we both agree that our mother was a  pistol. Here’s to Lillian Wolfe – she formed and informed what we are today. Today’s montage is dedicated to two of my friends who left us before their time. Neither was a mother but both were great role models, teachers and creative forces. Here’s to Elise and Sue. Carpe diem!

Earth Day April 23, 2023

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Yesterday was Earth Day and it got me thinking about our fragile and beautiful world. I began to reminisce on my travels and before I knew it I was diving deep into my photo archives. I spent too much time looking at photos and reading my trip journals. Truth be told I have not been on an airplane since before Covid. Perhaps it is time to think about traveling once again. Some of todays photos are from Antarctica, the Arctic, Vietnam, Cambodia, China, Belize, Scotland, Thailand, India, Nepal, the Galapagos, Yellowstone in winter, Machu Picchu, Amsterdam and Muir Woods. I left out a whole bunch of other wonderful places we have visited because I was running out of time. Enjoy!

A Zoo Lovers Day April 9, 2023

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Yesterday, April 8th was Zoo Lovers Day. Since I love zoos everyday I thought I would share some of my favorite photos while at the zoo.

National Zoo March 2023 April 2, 2023

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I took a three day vacation to visit good friends in Washington, DC this past week. It is a great sightseeing town and even better when friends live there. We visited the always active National Zoo https: especially to see their brand new Bird House. It did not disappoint. Well lit and well designed with a very up close and personal experience with their exhibit birds. The huge outdoor aviary is not finished yet but we will surely visit again when it is completed. Also wanted to see their two new Andean bear cubs but sadly when we got to their habitat the cubs were not outside. Sigh. Enjoy my photos and see your tax dollars at work.

March Madness March 26, 2023

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I am not a sports fan. I still mourn the Dodgers leaving Brooklyn. But since everyone is talking about brackets and basketball I thought I would share the type of ball playing that I like to watch. It was great fun searching my photo archives looking for balls as enrichment. Score!

Gribbit! March 19, 2023

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 Tomorrow, March 20, we celebrate World Frog Day as we join in the worldwide tribute to these amazing amphibians. World Frog Day was first established in 1995 as a way to raise awareness about frogs and other amphibians. Not only are frogs fascinating creatures, but they also play an important role in our environment. Five fun facts about frogs 1. A group of frogs is called an army. 2. Frogs drink water through their skin. 3. Frogs are found all over the world. 4..The world’s largest frog species is known as the ‘Goliath Frog.’ 5. A frog’s eyes and nose are on the very top of their heads.

Top o’ the mornin’ to ya! March 17, 2023

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An infrequent mid-week photo montage is in order this special day. Happy St. Patrick’s Day to one and all. We will all be wearing some green today as do these amazing beautiful animals. Erin go Bragh!

Best in Snow Memories March 5, 2023

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This winter has thus far been a bust in NYC. I know it has been hard in other places that normally do not get snow but for us…meh. I do not drive and do not have to shovel, so for me, the snow is an opportunity to simply admire nature and take lots of photos of beautiful animals at the Central Park Zoo. I searched my photo archives for some of my favorite snow photos. I enjoyed my trip down memory lane and hope you do too.

My Furry Valentine February 19, 2023

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Valentine’s Day is my second favorite enrichment time for our Central Park Zoo animals (pumpkins are first).  The keeper staff has fun creating new items for enrichment and our collection animals (and I) enjoy it very much. Hope you get a few smiles from these photos too.

Love is in the Air February 12, 2023

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Happy Valentine’s Day (two days early). Lots of snuggling, kanoodling, breeding and nesting going on all over the animal world. Smooches to you all!