Author: Nichole S.

We had a really busy weekend so it was extra nice to wrap up it on with some friends on Plum Cove Beach while watching the sunset.

We had a delicious lunch while sitting at the bar (yay!) of the Seaport Grille last weekend.

You can check out the Seaport Grille and its menu here. https://seaportgrillegloucester.com/

In case you need a smile. I have been hatching ducks and they are beyond adorable. Please enjoy this little video of then happily splashing in a super shallow pan of warm water at just 2-3 days old. We have 14 of them and I swear they each have their very own personality! Click on post to see the video.

So many boats. Can you count how many different types of boats are in this photo? I love Gloucester Harbor.

Some people say they are a menace, but I still think they’re kind of slick and are, without a doubt, one of my favorite sounds on the waterfront.

Put me in, Coach. These skiffs are ready and waiting….enjoying life in the sunshine on the beach.

I loved watching these two geese cross a road the other day with a spunky little gosling placed safely between the two of them.

Gloucester’s own, Rob Foley, was instrumental in rescuing three fishermen while en route from Yokohama to Saipan earlier this week! Rob Foley is Captain/Master of the container ship APL Saipan. While heading south towards their destination of Saipan the ship was diverted by USCG Sector Guam. They broke course to look for a vessel that was reportedly taking on water. Upon arriving in the area one of Rob’s shipmates was able to spot the sinking boat 9 miles in the distance. Once upon the sinking vessel they worked with other assets to pull three fishermen from what was left of their boat. By that time, only about 5 feet of bow was still above water. They soon learned that the three fishermen had been clinging to their boat for 8 hours….being tossed into the sea throughout the duration of the night by passing seas and swells. The fishermen were brought onboard Rob’s ship where they were offered showers, warm clothes, food, water, and much needed rest. The APL Saipan then continued to their scheduled destination where the rescued fishermen were happily reunited with loved ones.

I love Rob’s comments after the fact. He said, “I could not have been prouder of the way my crew performed in every aspect. Glad to be able to help out others who, like us, choose a life of going to sea.” Rob is my husband’s cousin….and I couldn’t be more proud of him. Nice job, Rob!

Top photo below from marinetraffic.com. Other two photos are courtesy of Rob Foley.

We stopped for nice lunch on the deck of the Grill at the Great Marsh Brewing Co. on Sunday. We shared some delicious roasted cauliflower and I ordered the shrimp tacos. It is a great spot to eat with a view of the marsh behind the restaurant and the end of the Essex River right across the street. The food is delicious and while their beer and seltzers are phenomenal, they do have other drink options. I ordered a strawberry lemonade (strawberry and basil infused vodka with fresh basil and lemon and sugar).

We saw this boat out the window of DiMillos On the Water up in Portland this weekend. The fact that the boat is from Gloucester caught our eye….but, I also got a kick out of its name….immediately commenting that the “Cali Marie” must be a pun on “Calamari.” My friends think I’m wrong. What do you think? Take the poll. Anyone know the owner?

Literally beauty everywhere we look around here. We are so lucky!

I love this old hoist from the Brown Hoisting and Conveying Machine Company. There has been so much work going on at both the Gloucester and Rockport train stations. In addition to all of the new equipment is this really cool hoist. It always catches my eye….especially against the bright blue sky. I finally took the time to read the lettering. It is from the Brown Hoisting & Conveying Machine Company from Cleveland, Ohio.

I searched up the company for kicks. From this website: https://mycompanies.fandom.com/wiki/Brown_Hoisting_Machinery_Company I found this, “The Brown Hoisting Machinery Company was founded in 1880 (incorporated August 16, 1900) by Alexander E. Brown and his father Fayette Brown in Cleveland, Ohio. Its industry was hoists, cranes, and similar machinery and its headquarters remained in Cleveland, Ohio. In 1931, the firm merged with the Industrial Works of Bay City, Michigan, forming the Industrial Brownhoist Company.”

Such a great spot.

Can you name the buildings seen in this city scape view from Governor’s Park on Commonwealth Ave? The harbor view is pretty from here…albeit a little obstructed this time of year because the trees are in full bloom, but I think the view of the city is gorgeous as well.

My son was playing baseball up in Wells/Ogunquit with the Junior Fishermen and as the rain clouds came and went throughout the day…..soon came the rainbow! The rainbow over the field was beautiful and we followed it all the way home (photo of the rainbow over the field is included as well). There were many times that we could see a rainbow big and bright, but while driving I obviously couldn’t take a photo. Upon getting to Essex the rainbow was over the marsh behind Woodman’s and when we got to Gloucester we could see a part of it behind Nichol’s candy over Stanwood Point. That is where I snapped this photo.

So here’s a new fun party game for you all. Sushi Roulette. Be sure to click to see what happens when you lose. You may have seen us playing yesterday on GMG’s 500th podcast at the phenomenal Minglewood Harborside (who has amazing sushi)! The premise is that you have a platter of sushi and you take turns taking a piece to eat. Most are “normal” ……some are loaded with tons of wasabi. Yikes. Forgive the blurry screen grabs our our live stream GMG GloucesterCast ….but you’ll note that my sushi looks delicious…..Joey’s and Dave’s …well, not so much.

The tulips on the boulevard are always gorgeous, but the clouds and rays of light above them caught my eye last night while sitting in ballpark traffic. I love how many people I see stopping to appreciate the flowers and taking advantage of the wonderful photo opportunities.

Polar Park, home to the Worcester Red Sox, or WooSox, opened today with not just a season opener but a full-fledged ballpark opener! It was a much anticipated day for many. Certainly the players, fans, and the organization, but also the city of Worcester. At the end of a well-executed day of festivities, the home team was victorious 8-5 over the Syracuse Mets.

The WooSox Smiley Ball had an epic day of his own surrounded by some favorite mascot friends.

Check out the WooSox website and schedule HERE: https://www.milb.com/worcester

Here are some great photos from Wally’s Social Media as well as Smiley Ball’s own Facebook page.

You can also follow the Worcester Red Sox on their Facebook page HERE: https://www.facebook.com/GoWooSox

Last year we were lucky to be able to enjoy dining at the Studio Restaurant on Rocky Neck, but the sushi bar remained closed. This year sushi is back. We had reservations for Mother’s day and ordered several different rolls. Click the link to see the others.

We all know that a harbor view is beautiful from any angle, but I adore the city view from the Beauport Hotel’s Birdseye Rooftop Pool Deck.