When you live in the Pacific Northwest, you’re accustomed to rain, drizzle, sprinkles and showers. But I read recently that it rained on all major holidays—including Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day and Halloween—in Seattle in 2010. So what a treat it was to spend New Year’s Day 2011 under bright blue skies and sunshine!
And I can’t think of a better way to usher in the new year than with Bella Star swinging on a mooring buoy off Blake Island. The weather was chilly to be sure (lows in the 20s, highs in the 30s), but we bundled up, fired the diesel heater and had a fantastic time.
Here’s wishing you and yours all the best in the new year.
Bella Star on her buoy. A lovely sight indeed.
Out hiking the trails. The fall rain and wind weren’t kind to Blake Island—trees are down everywhere and the hillside is giving way in many places.
The mighty dinghy rower!
Mmmmm… the sun felt so good.
Yep, that’s ice.
Happy New Year to all!
Happy New Year!! The weather has been fabulous, indeed. And, what a wonderful way to enjoy it.
ReplyDeleteI have to tell you that I overheard my 5-yr. old, Madeline, telling her Grandma (in an awe-stuck voice) about "Mama's friend who lives on a SAILBOAT! And, she had blue lights in a triangle up to the sky on the boat! Oh, Grammy, isn't that the coolest ever?!"
See, I showed her your blog and now she just might grow up with a great need to live on a sailboat. ;o) And, that would be the coolest ever. Happy 2011 Nicole!
Katrina, that's such a great story! It really made my day. :) Happy New Year to you and your wonderful family!
ReplyDeleteWe saw you guys coming into the marina, as you motored past our slip!
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