Allie went to the aquarium a couple of weeks ago for a field trip and really loved it. She was gushing. So we went, and I have to say, I was impressed. It's not the biggest aquarium I've been to, but seeing as how we're landlocked, it wasn't half bad.
Did you know that I have a fish named after me? Seriously?
We started out with the SuperHero Animals. It was kind of a cool display. We loved seeing the fish that laid flat in the sand, and you couldn't see until they moved.
Allie couldn't wait for us to go in the South American area where the huge snake was. Kinda creepy if you ask me!
She also thought the piranhas were super cool. They thought she looked super yummy!
They also had penguins, that I'm sure we'll go back to see and sting-rays that Jack got to pet.... we missed the feeding. I had to fight off a paste-eater to get this picture. Is it wrong that as this weird kid was covering his sting-ray with sand that I was hoping he'd fall totally in the water???
Finally, the kids went to the Utah exhibit where they talk about all of the fish and water creatures that are indigenous to Utah. They also talk about threats to various species. Really, I thought this part was pretty fascinating. I also love this picture of Jack & Allie riding a bullfrog.
Overall, a lot of fun to go to the aquarium. We will definitely be going back, although not before the kids earn some money to buy all of the cheap crap in the gift shop that they wanted.
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We are having the best time this summer. Now granted, we're only four days in, but it's been awesome so far. We've been to a movie, to the park with friends and I got to have dinner with my mom and sister-in-laws at the Cheesecake Factory last night. Are you jealous??? You should be, because I have a piece of Turtle Cheescake in my fridge that is calling to me and I am going to eat, RIGHT NOW! Have a great day friends.
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You crack me up! I thought that fish was named after me!
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