". Arranged Words: Calling all Ships

28 May 2013

Calling all Ships

No ships on the river today. I am always surprised when I see one.Why? Because they are huge and it is a river after all, but with deep channels--deep enough to pilot a ship through and part of the St Lawrence--Great Lakes Seaway. 

The Seaway, in case you require a refresher on its length like I did, covers 2300 miles or 3700 kilometers. It winds its way through all five Great Lakes, the St. Lawrence River and all the way east to the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

Last year, further west, I watched a ship clear a lock. After his perfect piloting feat, the captain came out on deck and waved to the crowd on the hill. Needless to say we all cheered! 
Today's aphorism:  If you are trying to ride out a storm, stay calm or you will swamp the boat.










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