Merlin's at Seaworld

Here in the fine state of Texas, Thanksgiving equals cancellation of school for the whole week. Not that you can tell that Thanksgiving is coming with all the Christmas stuff, but it does mean a lot of family fun. (Too bad Fernando isn't rewarded with the same duration of time off. . .he has no time off at all)

To kick off the festivities this week, we headed to Sea World. The park was transformed into a winter wonderland which helped remind us that it is winter. 74 degree temperature makes it hard to remember. Upon entering the gate, we were greeted by Merlin or at least that is who Mia thought it was. It was one of the best Santa costumes I have seen in my life. Next we watched the Polar Express 4D! What was the forth dimension? Vibrating seats, falling "snow" aka fluffy bubbles, gusts of air shooting into our face, and a fancy disco ball.

We watched a slightly corny Christmas show entitled Deck the Halls with Clyde & Seamore. Clyde and Seamore happen to be preforming sea lions. Luckily there was the rope climbing area to help burn off some pent up steam from the two shows we sat through.

Then came the best part of the whole day. Me and the kids who were tall enough rode Journey to Atlantis over and over again since there were no lines. The ride isn't very long, but who can pass on a roller coaster that gets you sopping wet? Not I. I just felt bad after a few times since the 2 other moms were stuck watching us ride and trying to entertain the toddlers. Talia was a little annoyed by the no water restriction that my friend thankfully imposed upon her. The day was pleasant, but misery was sure to come after the first wave of water splashed her unknowing self.

Even with Tiago's melt down at the end and his unscrupulous use of his hands on his friends, the day was wonderful and we are planning to go back again.