Dolphin Charms

When people think of dolphins, they probably recall their cute faces, which look as if they are smiling at us, and amazing performances, which show their remarkable intelligence. When I look at a face of dolphin, I feel peace and tranquility even if it is just a picture. I have been fascinated by dolphins for years and decided to study marine biology at college, hoping that someday I could do some research on cetaceans to deepen knowledge of these marvelous creatures. However, I did not see dolphins as such special animals from the beginning. I love animals in general, and dolphins were just one of many cute and smart animals. It was a story that changed my attitude toward dolphins forever: a story about a dolphin interacting with a child who suffered from autism.

Autistic people usually do not express their emotion nor hardly respond to what others say, so did not this child on TV. However, to my surprise the child actually smiled and showed eagerness for more physical interact...