We sailed under the Verazzano Bridge into the Hudson River around noon today. The wind was blowing strong from the south west and we were able to pull 7 knots using just a genoa. We sailed past Ellis Island and Lady Liberty. On the way to our first stop we saw a small plane race over the river. All of us are completely exhausted and are looking forward to showers and some rest. We're staying at the Lincoln Harbor Yacht Club in Weehawken, New Jersey, which is located directly across the Hudson River from the Empire State Building. Tomorrow we plan on taking the ferry over to see the sights in NYC, meet my friends Courtney and Cindy and greet Jenny who is taking the bus up from DC to sail out to Long Island with us. I was supposed to see my friend Megan but she just gave birth to a beautiful baby girl 3 weeks early. Way to go Megan!!!
I will post more pictures and blog entries soon.
You guys are kicking butt!!! I'm quickly realizing how much help I wouldn't be:) I'm so proud of all of you!
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Leigh
This sounds like an awesome trip. Enjoy. I give full permission to skip running laps around the boat as long as you enjoy every minute of your trip!
ReplyDeleteCoach Keith
Leigh - You make me smile and I know you would be an asset if you were here...we wish you were.
ReplyDeleteKeith - You just made me laugh out loud! I did bring my running shoes but haven't been able to run a straight line on the boat due to all the bouncing from wake.
I love living your trips through your blogs. Makes me feel so young and adventerous! What a great live you have been given. Love you...
ReplyDeleteAnnie:
ReplyDeleteGreat reporting. I am sure everyone wishes to have had this great opportunity for such a wonderful adventure. I am also sure that Jim appreciates a skilled and level headed sailor like you on board (along with the other guys of course).
Will now go to facebook for the pics. Our carpenter friend on the shore has a son that just graduated high school also and will be attending VMI. We should have them introduced.
Save travels and lots of love,
D-Love