I love, love, LOVE aquariums! Each time I have the opportunity to travel along with my hubby, especially to a new place, I Google the city + aquariums, searching out the nearest aquarium from our hotel. While he is at work, I spend the day hanging out at the aquarium, sometimes they have two! I can stand for hours in front of some tanks, just in awe, enjoying all of the beauty God created. The underwater world just fascinates me.
The Dallas World Aquarium was getting a remodel, at the entrance, so it was temporarily relocated to the rear of the building. I should not have been too surprised, when rounding the corner to see a line of people hovering outside along the wall, wrapping around the rear corner and winding up the winding ramp to the ticket booth. So close yet so far away! I had to reassure my husband {and me for that matter}, that standing in the cold damp weather would be worth it. {At least I hoped} Once inside, my eyes started to glisten, and I didn’t care how cold I was, or how long I had stood in line shivering.
You see our DWA isn’t just any aquarium; the DWA is a two story, jungle themed open atrium. Winding bamboo bridges and beautiful species of birds flying freely un-caged is unlike anything I’ve been to. I am sure, I was there much longer than my husband, cared to be. I couldn't help it, the place was so packed, and I couldn't leave without taking some great shots. {I really needed to update my screen saver. LOL}
Thankful I married someone that knows my passion (or obsession), so he patiently waited on a bench seat with a great view of the underwater Manatee tank. Unfortunately, I didn't get any shots of either Manatee. Guess, I'll have to make a second trip. Oh darn! (wink, wink)
I hope you enjoy these photos as much as I do! {And if you enjoy the Manatee, like me; check out the Manatee Cam! View their underwater actions in their large freshwater River exhibit.}
Until next time….
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