Sail On A Tall Ship

The Tall Ship, Star of India, at the Maritime Museum

You've probably watched the Pirates of the Caribbean, Peter Pan, or The Goonies, and have seen the beautiful tall ships (aka Pirate ships) that sail in them.

I got a killer opportunity to join my photography group to sail on a tall ship for $30.  

We arrived at the Maritime Museum and boarded the Californian.  Right before boarding the ship the boat fired a few fake cannons.  Ahoy, Matey!  My pirate game face was officially ON!

The Californian was built in 1984 (not exactly during the prime days of pirates), and is the official tall ship of the state of California.  The ship was a beauty; very clean, and in great shape. 

Since I was with my photography group I took a lot of photos.  I enjoyed taking photos of the little details that most people probably don't notice when sailing on the ship.  Unfortunately, I had no luck finding a treasure chest filled with hidden jewels or one-eyed Willie.  I was the closest thing I found to a Pirate with my collection of cheesy Pirate'isms.  Aarrrrrr.

Besides the joy of sailing, the views of my beautiful hometown only heightened my experience.  We sailed during sunset, and enjoyed waving at other boats, jet skiers, and even seals!  What a lovely way to see San Diego!

Date Accomplished:  August 21st, 2011

Ride On A Yacht

Every year, the local yacht club invites my patients and the staff on my unit to ride on their yachts.  My friend and I went, and since we were a smaller group and not a huge family, we were paired with one of the smaller yachts.

The couple we were paired with had never done the event before.  They were glad they got staff members because they were afraid that some of the children may have hurt themselves on their boat since it doesn't have the safest rails.

Our captain was Stan, and we were joined with his wife and one of their friends. 

We took an hour ride around the bay sailing by seals, and the beautiful San Diego skyline, and other boats that were part of the sailfest.  

Our hostesses were so nice, and repeatedly thanked us for the incredible job we do for our patients.  We in return thanked them tremendously for allowing complete strangers to ride on their yacht.

After the event we enjoyed a free lunch and hung out with our new, yacht-owning friends.  :)

Date Accomplished:  September 8th, 2007