BP Tries to Stop Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill

As you probably know, the Gulf of Mexico is a mess. An offshore drilling rig exploded on April 20th, killing eleven workers and spilling oil into the sea, to the tune of an estimated 5,000 barrels a day. Regardless that some say the oil leakage is actually more, there is still the issue of how to clean it up the over 4 million gallons of oil. BP, the majority owner of the rig, has reportedly been spending about $7 million a day to try to contain the oil spill. But, the company’s efforts have still been criticized by many, including … Continue reading

Galveston is More Than a Beach

So, maybe the water isn’t blue and the sand isn’t white. And maybe the shore is lined with masses of seaweed and jellyfish. Still, the Gulf is ours and we do our best to enjoy it! If you are planning a trip to Galveston, Texas, there are many things to see and do, even if you never go near the beach. [h]Moody Gardens[/h] Located at One Hope Blvd, Moody Gardens is best enjoyed over the course of a day or two. There is so much to do here that it really is best to take your time and savor every … Continue reading