~ Lots of loud booms from the cannons, lots of smoke, and passengers shouting "Argh" in true pirate tradition--what a way to spend an afternoon!
Moon in the Sails ~This image was selected as Photo of the Day by Imaging-Resources.com for 2/9/12. Although I believe the really full moon was the following day, when the moon rose during the sail, it made a striking contrast with the sailing vessels around us.
Tall Ships in Battle ~ This ship was in the midst of battle with the schooner, Bill of Rights, on which I was sailing.
