Sunday, July 25, 2010

And We're Here - Yarmouth, Nova Scotia!

Here is a front row view of the parade. We'll update again after our trip to Halifax. Until then.

Here is the winning entrant - called Noah's Ark

Look at the crowds at the marina. I think all of Yarmouth is here.

All kinds of fun things going on including lobster eating contest, chowder cook off and boiled lobster night -yep, we're in heaven.

All the local fisherman getting their boats ready for the night time light parade. I found out later they were thinking of asking us to join. I'm glad they didn't - too much work!

"Why no doctor, nothing but salads and greens for me". This is a lobster sandwich, a Yarmouth specialty. Basically lobster stew on bread, and um oh yeah, a side of fries. How did that beer get there? I'll look into it.

Jenee and I strol;ling on the waterfront.

We arrived Yarmouth at 10 PM - sorry no photos. Turns out we're in the middle of their big summertime festival called Sea Fest. Crazy landing for us at the marina - lots of boats and people.
Garrett spotted a whale nearby and got this shot going down.

Jenee and G-man kicking back in the pilot house.

Thumbs up for Garrett, we anticipate a Friday PM arrival.

About a 100 miles off Provincetown on direct (Rhumb) line for Yarmouth. Enjoying a beautiful day.
Rounding Saquish point and heading out into Cape Cod Bay.

We head out of Plymouth and Duxbury Harbors, past Bug light. This is Dave Silvia and his boat Easterly, doing maintenance work on the light. I met Dave through friends and he gave Jungle a good bottom cleaning before we left. If you look close, you can see Dave on the first level.

Finally, we check in with Katie to see if we're good to go. As you can see, we're good.

Of course, I need to check in with Red Auerbach, former GM and architect of the Boston Celtics. Looks like I'm not getting in the game.
And we'll check in with my brother Tom. We had a great dinner in a North End eatery - Strata.

But before we go, let's check in on Frank and Lorraine Fraine. Here's the happy couple chillin' in the pool. Dad turns 88 in August. Mom just turned 85, guess Dad always had a thing for younger women. Dad never wears sunglasses, so I made him wear mine - stylin!

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

You sure picked a great weekend to visit Nova Scotia....a great get-a-way for the three of you. I am so happy that the timing was such that Garrett could join you.

The picture of Katie is fabulous. Obviously she enjoys the boat!

Keep the pictures coming.

Love, Mom/Grandma/Charlie

Denise said...

Beautiful pics, Jim. I have been so captivated by your journey, and your lively, colorful blog. Thanks for the wonderful entertainment and hearty belly laughs! Keeping you and Jenee in my prayers; keep looking up. Warmest regards, Denise Pennell (friend to Charlene)