When I was in sixth grade my mom took me to see Disney’s The Little Mermaid in the movie theatre. Problematic issues aside, as a kid at that time, I loved it. I memorized the whole movie and yes, I was one of those kids where that movie influenced my wanting to become a marine biologist. During the next six years, from seventh grade through high-school, I spent my summers volunteering at my local aquarium. I learned all about Southern California marine life, but I also learne