Weird kid / baby chimp arm parallels caught by accident. #allforanimals #primatesofinstagram
via Instagram http://bit.ly/37WxCXi

Weird Tales, 1946
via Instagram http://bit.ly/2uZdZ2g

So, yesterday was a bit of a dud. It was ok, but nothing stellar. Today on the other hand was downright lovely. Allison took the inlaws and me to have #penguinencounters at the @marylandzoo . Amongst other things, Zookeeper Tammy gave a very informative talk with q&a about the penguins there and in general… and we got lessons on how to interact with African penguins, including how to pet the ones that are brought to schools and other sites for educational enrichment. (The ones that are more wild in the hatchery are another situation entirely). Long story short, I got to pet a half dozen penguins with my family. Win. #allforanimals
via Instagram http://bit.ly/2RVRHY9

Mama Chimp and baby girl. Wonderful birthday field trip with Allison and the inlaws.
via Instagram http://bit.ly/2Sfj26H

Pyewacket is granted a rare boon of drinking from a cup in the kitchen sink. My birthday started pretty rough, got better, turned a bit south at dinnertime when my food was gross, then ascended again after going to third eye followed arrival home to wife and kitty snugs. It was nice to be with loved ones anyhow. Loot-wise, I got some filament for the 3d printer, a wood engraving tool, two new games and two nice cards. Also got to see Shaun, which had been too long. #51stbirthday #kindasuckedbutwasultimatelyok
via Instagram http://bit.ly/36TldlM