Okay, there aren't beaver shots in this posting, but how about an otter shot? LOL

First time I volunteered at the Aquarium on a weekend. Remind me not to do that again. Not to mention they were short-staffed.

However, one of the first things I do when I arrive is visit the Sea Otters, Gracie and Oz. They will often come up to the window, stand on their hind legs and scratch the acrylic - they want FOOD! Yesterday, Oz dragged one of his toys to the window to me. It was so sweet! I got a picture of it - unfortunately, Oz just looks like a dark blob.

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Then I spent way too much time with the Sea Lions. Have to stand outside. Not an environment to interact with them very much. They operate in two speeds - either swimming laps or sleeping. The kids kept barking at them, trying to get the sea lions stirred up - it worked occasionally, those critters are noisy. I'm not sure which was worse - the incessant barking of the kids or the sea lions. I took this picture of the bull and one of his sidekicks sunning on the rocks. I think he needs a beer Photoshopped by one of his flippers.

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I slept 12 hours when I got home. I *should* be cleaning my house today and I'm outta food too, but I'm hoping for a leprechaun to come by and magically take care of everything. Or maybe someone will send some Pixie Dust?

Have a Happy Labor Day although it should be "Anti-Labor Day".