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[@TamraGreaney]

Colleen!!!! Trademark that cuttlefish and write a kids book starring Flynn. Your kids have an amazing and magical mom.

[@jamie01an]

I think the Vancouver Aquarium has cuttle fish! It’s on their instagram and someone even posted their own photo of them at their last visit. ❤ Your favourite place with your favourite people with your favourite fish! ❤

[@samantha_dake]

girl the fact that your kids have a mom who can make them CUSTOM STUFFED ANIMALS?? omg that is such a super power! they look incredible and you are such an amazing mom!!

[@LivingLifewithSerenity]

Next time call ahead! Never trust a website! 😂😂😂

[@madisonstough2860]

I know this is a bit far for you guys but I think there’s a Broadclub Cuttlefish at the Monterey Bay Aquarium maybe you could take Flynn there.

[@emeriannawaldrop930]

Hey Colleen! I don’t know if you’ll see this comment or not and I know it’s far away from you guys, but I actually work at ripleys aquarium of the smokies here in Gatlinburg Tennessee and we do have cuttlefish!!

[@CedricCalhoun]

When you said “ skip the bug part” I should’ve skipped the bug part. But dang it I love Colleen and Flynn !

[@chloemiller3825]

Colleen!! I Iive in Omaha, NE, and I can confirm that the Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium has cuttlefish! Specifically tiny dwarf ones! It’s also an amazing zoo and a super family friendly / affordable place to visit!!! (If you see this I can go into more detail!)

[@Totalshark2go]

The evil laugh from Flinn 😂 when he threw the bugs on you at the beach that was so hilarious

[@lisawinans4311]

If they don’t have a cuttlefish find out what they do have and create a scavenger hunt for the kids. It will distract them and give them a new focus❤. You aren’t being dramatic you are being a mom ❤❤

[@joanmorris7135]

Check out the Aquarium of the Pacific in Ling Beach! This is from a June 2024 story saying they’re back. “It's the flamboyant cuttlefish, a strange and spectacular sea critter that is always a big hit with aquarium visitors. And the surreal cephalopods have just gone on view again at The Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach.”

[@mysonruns]

Flynn is so knowledgeable about bugs! So adorable! You two have the best mom & son relationship!

[@omirpbritney]

Flynn. Is ABSOLUTELY going to be like Eric’s father. Omg. Wealth of knowledge. How did he know that!? Nobody knows hahah. 🎉❤

[@smiles_14]

Future Flynn: 'My mom is AMAZING and puts her all into creating personalized experiences for me. She even designed a family vacation around my passing love for cuddlefish! It didn't work out like she hoped, but we all had a wonderful time. I'll always appreciate her effort and love for me!'

[@morganfern29]

Good luck with everything Colleen. I know Flynn will appreciate the thought, and all of the hard work you put in for him. He knows you care and love him a bunch just planning this trip. Try to stay positive. I love your vlogs and podcasts. Keep up the amazing work.

[@lyndsieferraro9205]

There’s cuttlefish at the Seattle aquarium too. Tells you exactly where to find it in the facility as well

[@Shea3224]

Love Flynns "Wanna Cuttle?" shirt, now I want a "Wanna Cuttle" shirt of my own!! 😊💜

[@gaflor44]

It’s nice to see you proud of yourself with the cuttlefish

[@deanaestrada4439]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE the way you embrace everything your kids love. You are a great mom

[@peytoncooke1334]

Not Flynn throwing those sand fleas in you 😂😂😂 that kid is too funny

[@ZAPRandom]

Flynn gonna be a biologist for sure

[@sashgordon-smith3322]

That dude on the board , it’s called a hydrofoil. It gives you the feeling of floating and are smoother to ride than a surfboard ☺️

[@tammymom24bugs]

The Shed Aquarium in Chicago have cuttlefish ❤

[@koala8002]

Flynn’s “Look! It’s an isopod!!” He’s so cute! 🥰

[@sherristyers5627]

The Georgia aquarium in Atlanta has cuttlefish

[@mikalynhunt]

It looks like the Seattle Aquarium has cuttlefish

[@futureZbright]

Have you tried Monteray Bay Aquarium...they've even had Cuttlefish Week there? Toronto's Aquarium has some on exhibit. Phone the one you booked and ask them directly if they have any on display and maybe everything will work out as planned. Good luck!

[@nurseprac.nikki513]

Hey Colleen, not sure if you wanted to travel this far but there is a Cuddlefish exhibit at the Long Island Aquarium in NY. Im from NJ and I took my kids in the past and it was there then. You’re a super mom either way. ❤

[@kristywilliams6470]

Anyone else think Flynn is like a little American Robert Irwin?? 🐊

[@MsArizonaGrown]

I would like to watch the process of you making one of those cuttlefish

[@lisafinger5083]

Have you checked the Aquarium of the Pacific? I am fairly sure they have cuttlefish on exhibit. And if worse comes to worse you can go to Disneyland 😊

[@issy7217]

that is actually stupid aquariums aren’t more specific. It’s honestly rather cheeky of them to only have it in FINE print that all these animals they are literally showcasing on their website aren’t even there. It’s nowhere near your fault that is so silly 😭

[@Stephanie.Stephanie]

Your patience level while letting flynn touch all these bugs.... I want that!!!!!!!!

[@mrskrystal32]

Flynn is growing up so much, he’s so smart. I think he will still have the best time. But sending you all the luck and prayers they have cuddle fish .Love you so much

[@rayskywalker4]

Flynn is so smart! And he’s only 5? You guys are such great parents!

[@rebjack2]

I could see Flynn growing up to teach kids about nature

[@fogums]

“It changes colour” so happy that Flynn loves his cuttlefish from the best Mum ❤️

[@amberleeperfetto7371]

Flynn: "Here you go!" Proceeds to chuck a bug at you laughing maniacally LoL 😭🤣

[@sashgordon-smith3322]

I love that Flynn’s random obsession is cuttlefish ! ❤

[@angelinaduganNy]

That cuttlefish that you made turned out amazingly cute!!You are so good at crafts Colleen.❤❤

[@funwithfriends634]

I can remember a time when Flynn hated anything dirty or sticky in his hands. Now look at him....bugs, slime, dead sea creatures! 😂

[@kayleeholmes1356]

Georgia aquarium and Epcot florida does!

[@ionaaaaaaa]

Positive cuttlefish vibes sent your way ✨✨✨

[@Cathilamb]

Flynn is adorable, and so sweet, and so smart ❤ And Colleen, you are incredibly talented!

[@popmusic2008]

There was a shirt that I saw at Walmart that I thought would be perfect for Flynn!! & possibly wesley, it says, "See you later excavator" and has a picture of an excavator on it

[@anthonyjones9577]

TTQ: What made you become so interested in Rocks?

[@janicemichaloski5292]

Flynn is such a cool kid ❤

[@lindseyphibbs2736]

LOVE LOVE FLYNN’s cuttlefish shirt

[@Itsyagurlshayyyy8472]

Wait I wanna know why the broadclub cuttlefish is Flynn’s favorite?!?!!!!

[@zolltan2929]

Hey Colleen, this is super random, but I was wondering if you ever struggle getting places on time with your kids? Like when you take them to classes? I remember you used to struggle with being late even before you had kids. I have an 11-month-old and I feel shameful about myself because I feel like I really struggle getting places on time. I feel so stupid about it. ☹️

[@chaz12582]

It must have stressed me out too because I had a dream about it! In my dream, you did see cuttlefish and got to talk to a guy, but you made some editing choices that really amped up the anticipation!

[@jessjonesd]

Flynn is more knowledgeable than I am, as a 30y/o woman.. about EVERYTHING !! What a cool kid! You’re an amazing mama 🤍

[@rachelthomas4276]

I remember in one of your old vlogs that you had a guy come around with snakes and things that you could handle. I bet there’s someone who would bring bugs and things to your house and talk about them and Flynn could handle them. He would love it! 🐞🐛🦟🪲🪳🐜

[@SnipetsofTime]

I love how colleen gives it her 1000% to be the most amazing mom out there 😂

[@rachemlil]

You are awesome!! I am proud of you. I know you struggle and have struggled with mental health but it ebbs and flows. Life is beautiful…look for beauty.

[@craftymamamoment5407]

i ALWAYS call first lol 😂 i hate disappointment it sucks

[@SEYEBONOMUSIC-2]

If all else fails, they can be found in the frozen food section. With a small aquarium, transparent fishing line, and little imagination... ٩(͡๏̯͡๏)۶

[@samasmillie357]

Hi Colleen! I just wanted to say that I love your videos so much and I can’t believe how much your children have grown!! TTQ: How do you find meals that your whole family likes?? What is your go to breakfast, lunch, and dinner?? ❤😊

[@user-pw9pt4sl9v]

Be brave is definitely flynn’s mantra… that kid is fearless!!!!

[@kanubhatia2304]

That is a mini Eric right there ! Eric made another Eric !!

[@SheldonMoonsmom2019]

Love you so so much, Colleen

[@tondamartin5425]

It was so cute seeing daisy on the desk behind u when u were making Flynn a cuddle fish

[@notyoung1808]

Atalanta Georgia says they have it on website. Fish can die so I can understand if they don’t have it when you go. They also have a program where you can spend the night there. Our family did it and it was amazing.

[@user-beeeekind3r]

Why are crabs cute but spiders GROSS!! Crabs are just ocean spider so huh?!?

[@alexandraalberti5029]

I literally gasped out loud on your behalf to when Flynn said, “I caught one! Here you go, Mom!”

[@libbyisakitteh]

HI COLLEEN!!! Could you do a brief history of your bangs? I just got bangs and I feel weird about them but I feel like your bangs are perfect and I know they have gone through a lot of different phases to get where they are now. APPRECIATE YOU, LADY! And always look forward to your videos. ❤

[@ashlycrnk]

OMG! Can you call the aquarium!?

[@gracehetheringtonmusic]

There are cuttlefish at the Ripley’s aquarium in Toronto -- likely would have some at the Ripley’s in Myrtle Beach or Florida

[@jolie5254]

Don't worry Colleen! As a kid I LOVED bugs like picking them up and playing with them, but now I HATE them, so there is always a chance your kids will grow out of it ❤

[@abunnylife]

If you come to Toronto Canada they have cuttlefish at Ripley’s Aquarium. Also you could look into owning your own cuttlefish. I think it would be great for Flynn and Eric.

[@katieweeman5007]

Which aquarium was it?? I’ve been to the Monterey Bay Aquarium and they did legit have them! (This was several years ago though)

[@jamieash2422]

Omg Flynn and his little lesson on the isopod! STOOOOOP 😂😂❤❤

[@charitys.3862]

Flynn is one of the most Beautiful boys in the world!!❤❤

[@HannahHudge]

The second rock you showed at the beach - at 2:20 minutes - looks like there’s a drawing of an octopus on one side! Also - I was SO unprepared for you to pan down to Flynn holding a whole giant crab! 😱😂

[@sarahzahn8454]

Time to go to Disney World! They had cuttlefish in Epcot in the Seas aquarium not too long ago, surely they are still there!

[@Evasroses6543]

Flynn. Oh my god. I love him. "Look at it! It's an isopod!" 😂 2:10

[@cierrablue]

Flynn is so curious and so smart.

[@HeatherByington-z3y]

Alright, I will admit, I miss lil baby Flynn. I do. He was the best. That being said, he is growing up to be an amazing young man! He brings so much joy to my heart. Keep up the awesome job raising an incredible family ❤

[@MsNikk5]

Holy cannoli Flynn is Eric’s twin!

[@stephaniehawkins4047]

Bring a tiny cut out of a few cuttlefish fish to place all over the aquarium with him and make him find it like a game while also seeing all the other cool sea creatures. He’ll remember the game and the quality time more than anything

[@Heysaywhatnow]

I love Flynn’s joy and curiosity!!

[@chrisssyyy226]

mote aquarium in sarasota fl has the flamboyant cuttlefish!!!!

[@juzkiddin]

There should be a cuttlefish hat that makes you look like you have a mullet with the tentacles(?). 😂

[@Shea3224]

Flynn is Eriks mini me!! Love Y'all!! 💜

[@tanyamason184]

Will we c a crab tattoo on Erik next???

[@sadie4me2]

Flynn is an amazing and fun little boy. Did I mention how cute he is…..

[@lunitab0nita]

Have you been to the Monterey Bay Aquarium? I remember going there and there was a cuttle fish but I went years ago.. it’s an amazing aquarium though! It’s really big, they have to have one

[@UltimateVixxen]

All this talk of cuttlefish had me googling to see if we have Any specific species in Cornwall as their bones was up all the time. While I don’t think we do there was an image of a “little cuttlefish” from the Cornwall wildlife trust and they’re only up to 6cm and change colour🥹 Though they say it’s not a true cuttlefish so idk. It’s cute though “The little cuttlefish is a small, cup-shaped cephalopod with large eye bulges. They are in fact a type of bobtail squid, rather than a true cuttlefish, and don't have a cuttlebone. They spend much of their time buried in sandy seabeds with only their eyes exposed, on the look out for predators and their favourite prey - little crustaceans. Like common cuttlefish, they are able to change colour using the chromatophores in their skin. They most often appear a paleish white with brown and black splodges - enabling them to blend in with their sandy home.”

[@Caseyleighb]

Omg am I first? Colleen - I just wanted to tell you how much you have and continue to mean to me (in a not creepy way I promise) you helped me through a lot of post partum anxiety that happened at the same time as Covid started and I truly appreciate you. I also happened to be on the beach in Maine this past week and made it a point to look for pretty rocks. My choices were scarce but I found 3 small ones that I love!

[@tabbylouise]

Aww Flynn was so excited at the beach what a cute day!! 🏝️ I really hope there are cuttlefish at the aquarium!!

[@Suprachiasmatic]

Flynn is living his best damn life at the beach. 😂 I can’t get over how dang smart this child is!

[@saras.2449]

I miss when you had your "Los Angeles" outro song

[@edenleighl]

I would have called the aquarium before booking anything to make sure they had the cuttlefish 😂

[@articowl2]

Love seeing Flynn’s love of learning. ❤

[@ashlycrnk]

TTQ: Favorite place for baby clothes, specifically bamboo that don’t cost an arm and a leg - we know you love a bargain lol new mom here! I love your vlogs and they have gotten me through so much 🫶🏻

[@heatherbillpotter1266]

Birch aquarium in Jolla CA. Aquarium of the Pacific in southern CA ,Shedd aquarium in Chicago IL all has cuddle fish, monetaray aquarium also has some,

[@meganc2123]

From what I can see the shedd aquarium in Chicago has them in their wild reef exhibit!!!

[@katetomlinson1638]

I’d love a house tour, you don’t have to do personal bedrooms at all we all understand personal safety and all, we just bought our first house and are renovating it, I would love some ideas and great children learning rooms sort of ideas!!!!

[@paige71487]

Seattle aquarium has cuttlefish!

[@chrisssyyy226]

PRAYING they have cuttlefish!!!!!!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏