For the Fourth of July we drove to Annapolis for a special treat, a sunset cruise to watch the fireworks from aboard a 74-foot wooden schooner.
In previous years we watched the fireworks from a field at the U.S. Naval Academy but most of the events have been moved to the city dock. They claimed it was for security reasons but I suspect it really was about bringing more money to the waterfront businesses.
There was a torrential downpour and by the end we were about ready to toss overboard the two guys singing sea shanties nearly the entire time. For some reason I assumed “live entertainment” would mean something like classical guitar, but that’s just because I grew up around some snobby cafes. This, however, was like being stuck with someone who got lost on their way to Ren Faire. We kept to the other end of the boat and had a good time.
In August, I am taking sailing classes. I figure that as long as Elysia is in the Navy, we are likely to be near water. Maybe next year this could be us! All we need is a mascot.
