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Erasmos
Ron Stubbington
Sat 14 Nov 2009 17:32
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I know that a great many people of different groups
are reading this blog. We are going to change things now and other members
of the crew are going to be adding their own blogs for their circle of
friends. We will try to preface the emails with whom it is from. You
are welcome to read them all , but they may have some specifics to their own
group of family and friends. Having said that, this blog is from the
skipper of Erasmos, Captain Ron..... Last night we had the city of
Las Palmas welcome party at the town square, It started with us each
receiving a glass of mojitos. Then a few speeches by officials. Then
two hours of fantastic entertainment by local groups with fireworks
included. Then an endless supply of wine and beer with some great
tapas...We finished up around 1:00 am. Today we dressed Erasmos with two
complete lines of flags from the top of the mast to the bow and and to the
stern. The marina is looking very colourful with all the yachts
decoraorted. Tomorrow, on Sunday, we have the opening ceremonies for the
ARC. There is a parade with all the countries represented that are in the
ARC.. Each will have a flag bearer with their countries flag. We are
meeting many wonderful people from lots of different countries.
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