Visitors from Everywhere

Posted on by Manuel F. Simoes

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These young college students are from several places, gathering for breakfast at Sugar Magnolias.

Quintessential Cape Ann

Posted on by Nichole S.

Every once in a while (that’s probably an understatement) a weekend ends and I am left feeling so incredibly appreciative of where we live and the people I am fortunate enough to consider friends and/or family.  This weekend was one of those weekends.

While we had to miss the block party on Friday night, we made the most of Saturday with quarry jumping with great buddies, some long overdue downtime with our favorite neighbors, an evening walk along the waterfront, a Wicked Tuna run in down the docks with two bluefin, a pitstop at Salty Franks for some grub to eat on the beach in front of the Beauport Hotel, the Parade of Lights, and the best fireworks display that I have seen in a long time…with great friends. A quick run in with “Grampy and Sherry” topped off our night.

Sunday spoiled us with a trip out with friends to see the Parade of Sails and brilliant views of the schooners that graced the harbor.  One of very best days in Gloucester Harbor each and every year….which says a lot because there are so many great days that Gloucester can boast about.  After a bit of downtime reading on the deck, we were lucky enough to be treated to a sunset concert on Long Beach.  The Cape Ann Motor Inn hosted such a fantastic evening on the beach and Garfish entertained the crowd with three sets of some pretty great songs.  We sat on the beach with some of our favorite peeps well into the evening while the kids played football in the sand.  One of the most perfect ways to spend a summer evening for sure.

I have to admit we ventured over the bridge on Monday.  The horror  😉      I took the boys down to the final PawSox game of the season.  While it may not count in the “where we are blessed to live” category….it does fit into the “how blessed we are” category.  Baseball, whether at Fenway Park or a minor league team, has always held a special place in my heart and it was a perfect way to end a Labor Day Weekend.  The PawSox do a great job of making sure their fans enjoy an inexpensive day at the park….and we sure did!

A weekend this perfect gives perspective.

Booze Cruise Fundraiser For Team Barbara’s brigade Sept 10th

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Since the passing of my mother in 2014, Team Barbara’s Brigade have participated in the Walk To Defeat ALS. This year I wanted to create an event that would be fun but also raise ALS awareness to keep my mothers memory alive❤️
A Booze Cruise Fundraiser will be held On September 10th.
The tickets will be $50 each or 2/$75  Proceeds will go towards Team Barbara’s Brigade in the fight against ALS❤️
DJ will be on board for dancing the night away! Please message me if you are interested and I will personally deliver the tickets to you!
Bring a friend it will be a fun night⚓️
Thank you for all your support every year!!
Tanya Frost

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TURN BACK!

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

While filming along the back shore late this afternoon, it was very surprising to see this fishing boat appear through the tremendous crashing waves and churning sea. Saying prayers for safe return and wishing they didn’t have to fish on a day like today.

Fishing Boat Hermine Brace Rock Gloucester copyright Kim Smith

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EXCUSE ME, BUT WHAT IS IT ABOUT HERMINE’S DANGEROUS RIPTIDE THAT IS DIFFICULT TO COMPREHEND?

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Swimming this afternoon at Good Harbor Beach, after the beach was closed to swimming. You could actually see the rip current when standing above the beach from the roadside.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO ADVENTURE CAPTAIN STEFAN EDICK AND CREW!

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Congratulations to all the schooner Captains and their crews for an exciting race. The winning times were very close, especially in the category of the older large schooners where they are only about five minutes apart (Columbia is not included as she is a two year old schooner). Captain Karl Joyner graciously accepted the Mayor’s Trophy for the Columbia.

The highlight of the ceremony came when Captain Stefan Edick was awarded not only the Esperanto Cup, but also the George Nichols Cup. The Nichols Cup is awarded for seamanship and to an individual contributing to the maritime community. It is not given every year.Captain Stefan Edick and crew Esperanto Cup Schooner Festival race 2016 copyright Kim Smith

Captain Stefan Edick and the Adventure Crew holding the Esperanto Cup at Sunday night’s 32nd Gloucester Schooner Festival race award ceremony

2016 Parade of Sails from the Lady Jillian

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

Another day of pure joy and excitement watching the Parade of Sails from the Lady Jillian. http://www.capeannharbortours.com/shuttle.html

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Heart Waka (Japanese Poetry) for Peace and Calm

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Waka directly translates as “Japanese poem.” Japan’s Emperor Meiji (November 3, 1852 – July 29, 1912) was born in Kyoto. He is said to have written 100,000 waka. This form of Japanese Poetry was part of the teachings of USUI Mikao Sensei’s Reiki Ryōhō, a Japanese Healing Art/Method that originated in 1922. The practice of reading waka is known as gyosei. Waka from the Emperor Meiji are read at the gatherings of the Reiki Gakkai, the original Reiki Association in Tokyo.

Meditative and Reflective Practices – Even during chaotic, unsettled and stormy times in our lives, learning and practicing meditation, reiki, tai chi, qi gong, yoga and other similar meditative and reflective practices can help one find a greater sense of inner peace and calmness.

‘Heart’ Waka from Emperor Meiji – As you read and reflect upon this waka titled ‘heart,’ may you also enjoy a sense    of…

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