As part of Portland's Rose Festival, the Navy and Coast Guard bring ships into port for tours. We were lucky to be in town at the same time and decided to check it out. After waiting in line for TOO long, or rather Justin waiting in line for us while we let the kids play in the fountain, we were able to tour the US Navy Cruiser, Battle Hill. By the time we made it to the front of the line it was afternoon nap time--Gwen had fallen asleep in Jake's arms and Ira was wailing his guts out, begging to go "ni-night." I'm sure everyone around us was hoping to go in our group.
We went on the big cruiser that's cut off on the right.
I love this picture because you can see Nate in the back of cautious Ira having a blast. Nate was soaked from top to bottom at the end, but still was able to dry off in time for tour because it was such a warm day.
Those square things behind Jake and the kids are missile launchers.
It was a hot day and the main deck offered little shade, but I managed to shade little Gwenny right next a big cannon and...
right next to the missile blast area.
2 comments:
Did you see my brother Jason on the PT boat? He's been helping to restore it.
That's so cool! And you guys win the endurance award! I probably would have given up. So fun. See you soon!
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