Sailibration!

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I know this is almost 2 months over due.  So goes life.

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Baltimore recently celebrated the bicentennial of our victory over Britain in the Battle of Baltimore during the War of 1812.

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We started with a private tour of the Indonesian tall ship, Dewaruci.

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We learned about the port-entry traditions (dancing on the sails), the ship’s itinerary, and how regions of Indonesia were represented in the various carvings on the ship.

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Our guides were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable.

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Then we headed to Ft. McHenry for some ceremonies and such.

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The weather was certainly not the highlight of the day.

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Nothing like singing our National Anthem basically where it was written.

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Rainy days are always better with friends!

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