The highlight of the last week or so was our trip to the Barbie Shop ... just kidding. But we did go and it was great fun for our Barbie crazed 5 year old daughter. She came away with a new Barbie doll to boot. No, the highlight was our trip to the zoo. Not only was there a spectacular collection of animals, including elephants, white tiger, black panther, giraffes, rhino, hippos - you name it they had it - but the buildings and enclosures were the original Victorian themed ones. While the paint was flaking and they needed a bit of TLC they were so beautiful and unique. The week passed by quickly, with numerous swims, barbecues, movies and walks. Amy made friends with Delfina, a 9 year old girl who spoke very good English.
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