Merry Christmas - The Living Desert

Ever since moving the desert 8 years ago I've thought about purchasing a membership to The Living Desert in Palm Desert, but by the time the temps rise in May I change my mind. Late Spring to late Fall are just too hot to be outdoors much less enjoy the Living Desert grounds. This year I heard about a yearly discount provided by a local furniture store and the car seemed to turn into the parking lot of its own accord. So far we'e been twice and plan on visiting at least once a month until it's too hot. Happily, we got membership just before the Wild Lights show was open to members for free and were able to attend that night. 

These photos are from the night show. 

Tunnel of lights.

The first day we visited The Living Desert the only phone I had

was the iPhone. Next time I'll be prepared with better walking shoes, water,

and a camera. I like the

effect I got zooming in on the back-lit 

perfectly framed giraffe. 

The guy below posed while waiting for his dinner. His gaze was intent on the gate

where the food would be coming from. A volunteer called out to him

and he turned a little. We were told Norman is a very gentle Ankole. I'll take

their word for it.

Giraffe watering hole.

Nice surprise to get so close to these two.

Dancing cranes.

Backyard dove. Sometimes all that is needed

it to look outside to see a little wild life.