No Lions and Bears, Just Tigers, Oh My!

Today, Ross, Owen and I went on an adventure. We invited our friend Brandon to come along. We went downtown to see the Tigers of India show at the Exploreum. They had 6 Bengal Tigers in 4 colors - the orange and black, golden tabby, white and brown and the pure whites. The pure whites and golden tabbies are so rare that less than a 100 of each is alive in the world right now.

They said that 100 years ago there were more than 40,000 Bengal Tigers, now there are less than 1,500. These tigers were all born and raised in captivity at a Tiger Preserve in Florida. The show is part of a non-profit educational tour. It only costs $5 each to get in, parking is easy and they will only be in town a few more days.

Ross and Brandon enjoyed the show. Owen spent most of his time trying to get cans and bottles out of the recycling bins. So everyone had fun.

After the Tiger show, we went to Cammie's Old Dutch for milkshakes, oh I love double rich chocolate shakes with whip cream. Takes me back to my childhood! I used to go there with Daddy all the time. So, I have to have one in his honor every few months. :)

After our treats, we went to the Art Museum at Lagan Park. They had a farmer's market and free admission to the museum. So the boys and I did a quick tour (just to keep the guards on their toes) and grabbed some good local produce (which is cheaper than Winn Dixie too).

By the time we were finished at the park, the boys (especially Owen) were exhausted so we can home. Ross and Brandon finished the day with a few rounds of Super Smash Brother's Brawl. Owen got to play with an old controller so he was happy too.

Next week, we go back to the park for blueberries and corn! Don't forget the Frog exhibit at the Exploreum starts next week too, rib bit, rib bit!