Rained Out in Belfast

After an enjoyable trip to the Giant's Causway (details at 11 from another reporter) we gathered at the Maritime Festival on the Lagen River in downtown Belfast. While preparing to sing, we had sufficient time to visit the tall ships that were a part of the festival. There were several (at least 3 square riggers) and a couple of 3 masted schooners on two sides of the river. It was fun being on any of them and realizing how complex such crafts are. We had several squalls to contend with while waiting for our "stage time". Then, just before our time to perform came another, longer and more intense squall. Adhering to the old Marine Corps adage that "One doesn't have to train to be miserable.", we opted for retreating to the bus and returning to our accomodations at the Ramada Inn. Twas a decision that all (I believe) agreed with.