"I Just Wanna be Your Teddy Bear" by Weezilou

"I Just Wanna be Your Teddy Bear"

(Conjuring Elvis to sing in the background for us!)

Ken was done with his meeting at noon, so I asked that our first stop be at the La Jolla (pronounced Hoy-Ya) Cove. The sidewalk at the top of the cliffs looks down on colonies of pelicans,cormorants, some seagulls and seals. There's also a gorgeous little beach, and even on this cool day, there were some who ventured into the water.

After a couple of hours and a pleasant walk, we drove over to the (world famous) San Diego Zoo. We got to see tigers, a mother and 6 mo old hippo, and at least a year's worth of Friday flamingos, but here was the zoo's star! I saw the pandas when they first arrived (years ago), and at that time, to keep the crowds flowing through, there was a moving side walk. Today's wait was no more than 15 minutes, and no one rushed anyone along. What a thrill to see this exquisite and rare creature so close!

I heard someone say, "I hear someone taking a lot of photos!" to which I replied without turning around, "Damn straight! I've waited a long time for this!" It was so worth it!

(If the encounter hadn't been so relaxed and charming, an alternate title could have been "Panda-monium"...but today it was just the excitement inside my head!

We're going back when the zoo opens tomorrow...we barely scratched the surface of all there is to see!
What a beautiful capture of this gorgeous rare animal! I have never seen one and am so jealous! I love them! Sounds like a great day and so many photo opportunities- fabulous! I laughed at your reply to that comment! How funny! If I’d been there I would have introduced you as the famous Photographer Louise who just takes a few shots here and there! Lol! Enjoy your morning visit - I wish I could be there with you! Fav!
February 21st, 2018  
Excellent capture of our cuddly Panda. Wish I were there. Has anyone organized a meetup for springtime?
February 21st, 2018  
Great capture of this guy chomping away merrily on the bamboo. Sounds like you had a fabulous day out!
February 21st, 2018  
Cute
February 21st, 2018  
What a terrific capture to cap off your great day! They are sooo adorable :) I have seen them in the Adelaide Zoo (Sth Aust) but this reminds me it's time to go back :) fav
February 21st, 2018  
How brilliant that they were not rushing you along. Funny comment! Love pandas - amazingly beautiful creatures. What a treat to see one so up close and personal.
February 21st, 2018  
How wonderful to be so close to the panda!
February 21st, 2018  
He looks so comfortable!
February 21st, 2018  
Wonderful
February 21st, 2018  
Fabulous, just fabulous, your photo and your narrative! Friday Flamingos, I’m so excited!
February 21st, 2018  
Nothing cuter than a panda! (except maybe a grandchild!)
February 21st, 2018  
They are the most amazing creatures. We don't have pandas at Perth Zoo, but I've seen hem overseas. I could watch them all day :)
February 21st, 2018  
Great shot of him. Glad you enjoyed the zoo.
February 21st, 2018  
Oh this is adorable!
February 21st, 2018  
Great capture of this panda and great story :)
February 21st, 2018  
Wonderful capture!
February 21st, 2018  
So cute -- he looks like he's playing them as two-stick instruments. One of which happens to also taste good.
February 21st, 2018  
He's adorable. Thanks for sharing!
February 21st, 2018  
Excellent Louise, really likes being there. :)
February 21st, 2018  
adorable
February 21st, 2018  
A zoo in our country just got a Panda out of China. ( For rent) . Great shot of yours.
February 21st, 2018  
This Panda looks so content and relaxed! Looks like its saying "this isn't such a bad place to live! The weather is great in San Diego!" Nice capture and what a fun day!
February 21st, 2018  
Lucky you! I love La Jolla and the San Diego Zoo. I'd love to go back soon. Nice Panda Pic!
February 22nd, 2018  
He looks pretty relaxed
February 22nd, 2018  
Wowee, fabulous shot of this rare animal Louise. Well worth waiting for.
February 22nd, 2018  
So exciting, to see this view. What a cutie! I do applaud your determination, to get the best shot. :)
February 22nd, 2018  
Great capture
February 22nd, 2018  
Fabulous capture! Love it! :-)
February 23rd, 2018  
Leave a Comment
Sign up for a free account or Sign in to post a comment.