Last week, Alexandra visited the Monterey Bay Aquarium for the first time. She LOVED it. Her entourage included me, my parents and her godmother, Melissa. We were joined by Linda, her daughter Chris, and Chris’ two kids. Much fun was had by all. Alex’s favorite part was, somewhat ironically, a bird. (There’s an Aviary exhibit as part of the “shoreline.”) Also topping the list of favorites were the sea otters, sea horses, jellyfish and the Open Sea feeding, though we don’t have pictures of those to share. It appears she may have inherited my love of animals. I’m not just projecting…I have the video to prove it!

We now need to find a time to take her to the zoo. I foresee a lot of giggling on that trip. And perhaps another large stuffed animal.

Hello there! I love the Monterey Bay Aquarium! (And the very cool infant/toddler section pictured here.)

Ooooh! Can I eat that?
(Editor’s note…she would have enjoyed the Touch Pool much more if it were a Taste Pool.)

Whoa…pretty fishies!

Hi, Mr. Penguin! I’m Alex! (With her godmother, Melissa.)

Thanks, Grandpa! I love my turtle!

It doesn’t get much cuter than this.