*WINTER*

After cruising through a few state parks over Spring Break we ended up at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium.

Home of WINTER

She truly is an amazing creature.  Just watching her interact with the other dolphins and with the patrons of the aquarium, you can tell she is one smart cookie!  Definitely an inspiration to all those who come in contact with her.

These are the 2 pelicans that took turns playing "Rufus" from the movie.  They were so funny to watch.

And, of course, the boat where Hazel's family lived according to the movie.  The only thing missing were the "lemon icicles".

It was a great day to see the true Winter and how she has changed so many lives.

Florida Caverns State Park

It was our 1st day of Spring Break and we decided to head west towards Tallahassee to the Florida Caverns State Park.  It was gorgeous there.

First, we went through the nature center which had pictures of wildlife you can find in the park as well as a live Turtle Display.  Our kids were very excited to hold and touch these reptiles.

Then we took the 1.5 mile loop hike along their nature trail.  It was the perfect time to go as there were tons of wildflowers.

Then it was our turn for the tour of the caverns.  There were incredible.  The science behind Heavenly Father's masterpieces is ingenious.  

We were instructed not to touch any of the stalagtites or stalagmites throughout the caverns with a promise that there would be ONE that we would be allowed to touch towards the end.  It was a great lesson for the kids to see because the other formations were clean and beautiful while this one, that they allowed everyone to touch had turned black.

It was an awesome day.  Now we can't wait for Truman, Elliot, and Nolan to see them on their move to Pensacola!