Anniversary weekend

As the FP Gal mentioned, Friday was our anniversary. Not our wedding anniversary or anything like that. It was four years ago yesterday that we had our first date. A glorious date it was and it worked out (obviously). She still didn't remember the joke so I got to tell it for a fourth year.
We did a poor job of planning this time around so we had to decide things on the fly. This isn't easy with a six month old, believe me. We have managed to leave the house, though.
Last night we went to the MOA to go visit Underwater World. The FP Gal mentioned that I would be facing my greatest enemy in his own lair. I calmly told her that if he gave me any trouble I'd punch him in the snout which is the approved method.
This was my first time at Underwater World and I highly recommend it. The aquarium is seen through a tunnel, from underneath. They've helpfully supplied a moving walkway so you can stand still and let it all flow by. It's very cool. We double backed and watched the sharks twice.
We also petted rays. What do they feel like? First fill your sink with water. Then soak a bit of leather in it for a couple of days. Finally, pet away. Yes, fully that disgusting.
After that it was out to Fridays where we had our first 'eating out' date. This was notable because we weren't sure of the timing for poor Relia. Seriously, it was like eating next to a time bomb. Fortunately, our waitress had one at home (15 months) and another in the oven (3 months) and she gave us excellent service. Actually, our little explosive was very good. She smiled at everyone walking past and made a half dozen new friends. She's shy like that.
This morning we went out to the Como Park Conservatory and looked at the plants. Relia seemed to like the towering ones, probably because she could see them. The tropical plant room feels sooooo nice during the winter. If we could afford it, we'd build a giant greenhouse and grow fig trees or something. I think the cats would love this.
We did the zoo as quickly as we could, just short of a run. Stopped at the big cat house because the lady tiger was out pacing. She's beautiful and promises danger at every turn. According to the zookeeper, she's something of a fraidy cat. Also, there are sometimes squirrels that go in her yard and she never catches them.
(I've just been informed that my lovely wife is also blogging about this and she has the advantage of pictures. Head over there for visual confirmation.)