Weekend in Phoenix

We just got back last night from 3 days in Phoenix. The weather was perfect and we enjoyed some of the sites that area has to offer. The first day, we went to the Wildlife World Zoo. They had a great aquarium and quite a huge zoo area as well. Below you will see the stingray petting area. We ate at the Rain Forest Cafe that night. Micah wasn't too excited about the mechanical gorillas that come alive or the fake rain storms, but I think they all still had fun. The second day was a day of hanging out by the pool. The temperature was somewhere in the mid 80's, so it was good outdoor pool weather. Here's the family hanging out in the hot tub.
That night, we visited Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa. It's an interesting concept of pizza, lots of people, and an organ that comes up from the hydraulic floor and controls hundreds of instruments including drums, guitars, bells, and of course organ. I can't help but be impressed by the guy's skills and the ability to form full band sounds with the keys of this massive organ.

Here's a shot from one of the higher balconies of our hotel. I haven't really noticed the beauty of Phoenix until this weekend. It's such a large city, and much of it seems like dirt and concrete, but other areas are built up quite nicely. Sara and the kids have the rest of the week off for spring break, but I'll be heading into work later today. There are a few more pictures in the Photo Album.