Ethan, Kelly and Myra

After this, a truly fabulous dinner at the Regatta in Osterville! Thank you, Van and Myra!!

Happy voyagers Originally uploaded by Alaire Lowry.

The sun is over the yardarm

Cocktail hour with Van and Myra - hadn't seen them for 24 years, but we picked right up where we left off when Ethan and Robyn were 5.

Myra is the perfect host Originally uploaded by Alaire Lowry.

"23 knot winds," said Van

After a tasty lunch behind the breakwater at Hyannisport, we sailed back in much stronger winds.

Van lowered the main Originally uploaded by Alaire Lowry.

Our gracious hosts, Myra and Van

Captain Van and Exec Myra - totally skilled and in control

Williamses Originally uploaded by Alaire.

Kelly's first sail

The morning was calm and breezy - perfect weather.

Brave smile! Originally uploaded by Alaire Lowry.

Osterville Drawbridge (Cape Cod)

Heading out for our sail on Nantucket Sound on Aug. 18

Heading out to Nantucket Sound Originally uploaded by Alaire Lowry.