The Dolphin Excursion

When I was a little girl, I swore I was going to work with dolphins in some way or another when I grew up. Sea World was my favorite destination and my heart would leap into my chest every time I saw a dolphin jump out of the water. Now that I am all grown up, God didn't give me a career out of Sea World, but He still fills my heart with delight when I get to feast upon a dolphin or two.

This was the boy's first dolphin excursion/boat ride and they were amazed. It is always fun to share one of your own passions with your children and then see their eyes light up when the sense of wonder seems to overtake their very beings.

As soon as we hopped onto our boat, it started to rain. I wasn't so worried about us getting wet, but my camera was a different story. I was about to find out if my Lowepro camera bag was indeed waterproof. As we traveled farther out, the rain stopped and alas, the camera was saved.

The dolphins didn't jump as much as usual. I guess they don't care to be frisky when it is uber cloudy outside. But, the little taste that we did get was enough to praise God for once again pouring delight into this little soul of mine.

The boat ride was absolutely delightful. I was curious as to whether the boys would get bored on a 2 hour ride, but they were enthralled with every moment and were totally caught up in our adventure.

My heart broke for Captain Richie, as he talked about the pending oil doom. I wondered just how badly his family would be affected if things turned for the worse.

So, here is to boat rides, fresh air, family, and a special little thing called a dolphin!