It was with a happy heart

that the good Odysseus

spread his sail to catch the wind.

~ Homer

It seems like half the city came out to see the arrival of the Tall ships. Some of our family and friends gathered at the house thinking we would have front row seats as they turned on the marks in our little bay.

 

Well, nature had a different plan and the skies were gray and gusting. Only Five of the seven ships made it on schedule and it was the worst day and conditions to take photos that I could think of.

 

It was interesting to see the other ships interact with the local big and small boats. Some of them appeared to approach too close in spite of the Coast Guard rules to maintain certain distances.

 

It was also fun to see different designs because we are used to the look and colors of the Niagara in all her glory.  This last photo is from my archives taken this summer as she shot her cannons in front of our home.   What a glorious place to live. So come to the bay-front this weekend and enjoy the magnificent Tall Ship Festival here in Erie, Pennsylvania. 

For whatever we lose

(like you or a me)

it's always ourselves

we find in the sea.

  ~ e.e. cummings