Get Mail, Set Sail...T stands for Tall Ships

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The tall ships are in Boston this weekend. They arrived Saturday, and it was foggy.  Luckily, we had been invited to a party on Sunday... on a chartered yacht.
I think I missed my calling..

Seas the day!
I's a birthday party!
Sunday proved to have fantastic weather, with quite a breeze to keep us comfortable.


Boston Harbor
Wind in our hair
This was the perfect occasion to pull out my Lilly Pulitzer you gotta regatta dress! And boy did we regatta! The crew circulated with all sorts of appetizers and I had  a spiked cranberry seltzer... Boston with a twist and a little kick. Here are some of the ships we saw on our voyage






Seen in Boston...

Fi and me
We cruised down as far as Hull and then it was back to City.
Boston skyline

Zakim Bridge

Docked and back on dry land, we will remember our birthday bash on the water for quite a while. Smooth sailing to you.


Comments

  1. CJ KennedyJune 19, 2017 at 12:31 PM

    Lucky you! Getting to see the tall ships. A cruise for a birthday party what a fun way to celebrate and you had perfect weather. You look cute in your regatta dress.

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  2. nanskidrewskiJune 19, 2017 at 1:07 PM

    Thank you CJ. It was so much fun. We were so lucky to be included! Your art work from Reggie's class was stunning. Let me know when good to skype. Wishing you a breezy Monday..whew! it is hot here!

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  3. My name is Erika.June 19, 2017 at 6:16 PM

    I've been hearing all about these tall ships. There are so many. I bet its amazing. I've seen tall ships before but not so many. Lucky you to see them from the water. :) Erika

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 22, 2017 at 7:43 AM

      Very lucky...they are gone today,but the pickle fest is in town...quite the followup!

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  4. Bleubeard and ElizabethJune 20, 2017 at 12:37 AM

    I saw the tall ships one year in New York over Independence Day. They are truly a sight to see. Of course, I didn't get to take a cruise, which seems like the perfect thing for a birthday party. I simply adore your regatta dress, and was thrilled when you shared the beautiful ships that brought back so many memories.

    I was really impressed with the Boston skyline and loved seeing the Zakim Bridge. I've seen it on TV, but never from the water. What a great shot.

    Thanks for sharing the tall ships, your regatta dress, your time on the water, and your spiked cranberry seltzer with us for T this week. It certainly turned out to be a fun party on a perfect day.

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 22, 2017 at 7:45 AM

      Thank you Elizabeth. Such a fun day, I was very lucky to attend. It was great to see everything from the vantage point of the water. A different experience that I will remember for a while. Thank you for your lovely comments. I so appreciate them and You!

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  5. Let's Art JournalJune 20, 2017 at 6:20 AM

    Looks like you had the most fabulous time at the birthday bash and I love your dress 😀. What wonderful views of Boston and the tall ships - amazing! Glad you had such a special time and wishing you a Happy T Day! J 😊

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 22, 2017 at 7:46 AM

      Thank you so much Jo. It was fun. Wishing you a terrific Thursday!

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  6. DianneJune 20, 2017 at 8:40 AM

    really gorgeous ships! so remind me of classic sailing ship paintings...and a lovely regatta dress you are wearing too! I could definitely enjoy the wind in my hair for an occasion like this...happy T day!

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 22, 2017 at 7:47 AM

      They were impressive. You can understand why painters were inspired to capture them. I love my dress, so happy and such a fun occasion to wear it. Happy T day to you.;)

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  7. My name is Erika.June 20, 2017 at 9:09 AM

    Nice seeing the ships. :)

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 23, 2017 at 7:26 AM

      Hope you are having a fun weekend and seeing some great sites. Looking forward to seeing some pictures! Happy weekend.

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  8. kathyinozarksJune 20, 2017 at 9:35 AM

    wow what a fun day for sure! Loved all the photos I have never been to an event like this-looks fun to see all those ships
    Happy T Day
    Kathy

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 23, 2017 at 7:26 AM

      Glad you enjoyed the photos, I enjoyed sharing them. Have a happy weekend.

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  9. Eileen The Artful CrafterJune 20, 2017 at 10:22 AM

    Beautiful photos, Nan. Love your dress ;-) What a special day. We saw the tall ship regatta in NJ many years ago. This brought back memories.

    Happy T-Day! Hugs, Eileen

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 23, 2017 at 7:28 AM

      Glad you enjoyed the photos and that it brought back happy memories. I love lilly pulitzer patterns, so bright and cheery. wishing you a bright and cheery weekend.

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  10. Divers and SundryJune 20, 2017 at 10:29 AM

    Wow! What an exciting birthday! I loved all your photos :)

    Happy T Tuesday

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 22, 2017 at 7:48 AM

      Thank you, it was definitely a memorable party. Glad you enjoyed the photos. Happy T(hurs)day!

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  11. jinxxxygirlJune 20, 2017 at 10:47 AM

    Wow Nan i would love to linger over your photos longer but i'm afraid this is a flyby comment this week as i'am super super busy unpacking the craftroom!!! Can you believe it??!! i hope to get back to regularly scheduled T visits again soon! Hugs! deb

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 22, 2017 at 7:49 AM

      Thanks Deb, Good luck with the craft room! I am excited to see it. Happy T(hurs)day!

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  12. Linda KunsmanJune 20, 2017 at 11:09 AM

    what a fabulous celebration! Love the dress, and oh those tall ships-would LOVE to have seen them. Happy T day!

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 22, 2017 at 7:51 AM

      Hi Linda, they were great! Really awesome, it made the boat ride even more special. I love all of your work. It reminds me of my dress, so colorful and happy. Wishing uou a happy T(hurs)day!

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  13. LorraineJune 20, 2017 at 12:54 PM

    looks like a fab day and dress is gorgeous

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 22, 2017 at 7:52 AM

      Thank you Lorraine. It was fun, and a great excuse to wear my dress! Happy T(hurs)day!

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  14. Valerie-JaelJune 20, 2017 at 12:55 PM

    What a great time you had! Happy T Day, Valerie

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 22, 2017 at 7:53 AM

      Thanks Valerie, I loved it, still smiling. Happy T(hurs)day to you!

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  15. MeggymayJune 20, 2017 at 1:32 PM

    It sounds like you had a really special day. It must have been wonderful to see the Tall Ships. The photos looked lovely.
    Happy T day.
    Yvonne x

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 22, 2017 at 7:54 AM

      Thanks Yvonne, It was really special, glad I was able to share it. Happy T(hurs)day!

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  16. KarenJune 20, 2017 at 3:04 PM

    What fun! We saw the tall ships here many years ago, but not nearly as many as you had in Boston.

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 22, 2017 at 7:56 AM

      Yes Karen, it was so much fun; the icing on the cake to the birthday celebrations. Glad you had the experience of seeing the Tall Ships; they are certainly amazing. Wishing you a lovely day. It is beautiful in Boston today!

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  17. HonoréJune 20, 2017 at 5:43 PM

    I saw the Tall ships last in 1976 ---whoa that was a long time ago. Looks like a great Sunday!
    Cheers~

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 22, 2017 at 7:57 AM

      Thanks Honore, The tall ships were here before, but I did not see them, so this was a first for me. Glad you had the experience of seeing them back in the day. They are certainly amazing. Wishing you a terrific Thursday.

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  18. LiscaJune 23, 2017 at 6:03 AM

    What a lovely birthday party to be invited to! I love your dress!
    The tall ships are beautiful. I love seeing them, ever since I saw them in the 60s in Falmouth, Cornwall (England)as a child. I am fascinated by their beauty. Many of the big ones are training ships or special holidays for handicapped people. (can you imagine climbing the rafters whan you spend your life in a Wheel chair! I saw a documentary once about that)
    Thanks for sharing that wonderful experience.
    Happy belated T-Day,
    Lisca

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    1. nanskidrewskiJune 23, 2017 at 7:33 AM

      Thank you Lisca, I hear Cornwall is beautiful, but the closest I have come is watching Doc Martin on television. Maybe someday...I love my dress too, but I love all Lilly, I am a sucker for color. I will have to look for that documentary. My mom spent 20 years in a wheelchair, we had many adventures together but that was not one of them. Too bad, I think she would have loved it. She was an indomitable spirit, who was up for anything. I miss her every day, but try to keep her spirit with me. I will look for the documentary. Thanks for sharing. Happy weekend to you, Nan

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  19. pearshapedcraftingJune 23, 2017 at 8:05 AM

    What a great day out! The Tall Ships are a sight for sure - we saw them in Liverpool a long time ago! A very belated Happy T day to you! Chrisx

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