Enjoy the cruise everyone!
Still not too late to decide to go. We now have five freepers, probably.
FReepmail me if you are short of cash.
The boat left at about 7:15 from 23rd Street and went around the tip of Manhattan, going past the WTC site from two sides, south and west. It went up the Hudson a ways, and then turned back and went very close to the Statue of Liberty, then back to the pier, at about 10:30.
Father Pavone led us in a beautiful prayer. He is going to be given light parish service so that he can continue his work with Priests for Life. Maggie Gallagher spoke, about the root of all our problems being those who don't believe in having absolute moral values. Norma McCorvey gave a lovely informal talk about how she got from being Jane Roe to where she is now, a committed Christian and a worker in the pro-life cause.
Chris Slattery also spoke and told of the financial straits the organization is in right now. He introduced his wife, Eileen, and the directors of the five crisis-pregnancy centers.
The band played patriotic songs. Lyric sheets were handed around and we all sang a few songs.
There were 3 freeper contributors there, and 2 lurkers, also at our table. We snagged a table close to the bar and the food and not too close to the music!
It was a lovely evening, mild enough to go up on deck for a while. I don't think any pictures were taken by anyone. Thanks to everyone for your support and good wishes.