Ihave noticed there is a particular type of wonder that only the ocean can stir in most people — a sense of surprise mingling with admiration at the sight of something so vast and beautiful.
Wonder is more than just a temporary sensation; it is often the heartbeat of exploration and the quiet power behind every question. From the smallest child to the most renowned researchers, they wonder, “What if?” Wonder has been described as “a feeling of amazement or admiration caused by seeing or witnessing something beautiful, unexpected, captivating, and inexplicable.” Since 2008, the United Nations General Assembly has recognized June 8 as World Oceans Day. This day can serve as a dedicated pause to appreciate and feel a sense of wonder — at the ocean’s intricate role in sustaining life, enrichi