Today: I can see my house from here.
[tweetmeme source=”elizabethev” only_single=false]Sometimes I take for granted just how lucky we are to live in South Boston. And then I spot our building, as the boat we’re brunching on cruises past Liberty Wharf towards Castle Island and think, there is no place like home.
This weekend, Nick and I had the pleasure of joining the Boston Brunchers for a complimentary cruise aboard the Odyssey. We enjoyed mimosas, Belgian waffles, fresh fruit and chocolate cake while circling Boston Harbor. At one point, the Odyssey lead a boat parade towards the Zakim Bridge. I only know it was a legitimate boat parade because a BPD boat advised a small craft to move, boat, get out the way.
As best I could tell, this mysterious boat parade was exactly what it sounds like: a group of boats, following one another, in, um… water. I don’t really know where they were going. I tried to do some Googling, but came up empty. Sorry, folks.
Back on board, the food was rather delicious, the company was fantastic and the music was… interesting. Picture two men singing along to karaoke tracks. Sort of in harmony, but mostly not. I never thought of Route 66 as being a slow, sad ballad. Needless to say, I did not accept Bridget‘s dare to grace the dance floor. All in all though, we had a great afternoon with the Boston Brunchers gang– many thanks to Renee for organizing the event, and our generous hosts aboard the Odyssey.
When we were back on dry land, I knew it was time to squeeze in my long run for the week. Inspired by the breathtaking views at Rowes Wharf, I started mapping out my route. I took the Harbor Walk from Southie, out past the Aquarium to the North End (I waved to the Odyssey on my way back, laboring to burn off that chocolate cake) and back. Despite having to dodge a few tourists here and there, it was the perfect route for mixing things up a bit. I finished my last two miles on the treadmill in our building, having run out of water (and the will to live… just kidding… kind of).
I love that it only takes a few Michael Jackson tracks to get to a floating restaurant, or the seal tank at the Aquarium, or a gazebo with the perfect view of Dorchester Bay, or the half way point on the Mass Ave. bridge. Truly, there is no place like home.
Also On Tap for Today:
- Finished another great book last night
- Soccer game tonight 🙂
- How on Earth is it August?!
Comments (9)
hungryhealthyhilary
August 1, 2011 at 6:49 pm
That just sounds absolutely delightful! I love all the delicious locally grown food available in my area…this time of year it’s just to die for!
goodtastehealthyme
August 1, 2011 at 10:56 pm
Ahhh! I was out there too! We had our engagement party on a boat in the harbor this weekend. It’s so beautiful isn’t it!?
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Daisy
August 2, 2011 at 8:33 am
Such a lovely brunch, nice to see you! I can appreciate some of the same things as you about my north end hood – I can also see it from the water and be over to rowes wharf in 15 minutes!
rcfrugalfoodista
August 2, 2011 at 8:54 am
I love your collage of pictures:) Nice to see you, I wish we could have chatted more…next time!
Megan
August 2, 2011 at 1:43 pm
It was nice to see you on Sunday! There was no way I could see my house from the boat!
A Plum By Any Other Name
August 2, 2011 at 7:43 pm
Sounds like you guys had a great time and some odd lyrical snacks. 😉 Wish I could have been there!
Michelle
August 3, 2011 at 9:41 am
Gawd I love the view of the city from the Harbor! I love how quiet it is where I live… sometimes I feel far away from everything, but its very peaceful.
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