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As I stated on my Sunday's Summary post, Bud and I attended the annual Christmas Tree lighting ceremonies this past weekend; Harbor Lights Ceremonies. Beginning in the afternoon and going past sundown and into the early night, the city holds a special event. One traditional event that has been held nearly 30 years running. Let me tell you now, that the tree lighting 'marvel' [snide remark] was done this year on a new tree. Last year, the city council decided that the one used yearly for 25 years or more was doomed. Of course it's artificial...in fact it's wired and covered with green garland that juts into the sky 75 feet into the air. I really don't like it much during the daylight hours, but let me tell you...at night, viewing it from a distance from the piers on the bayfront, with the water and reflections of the 50,000 lights...it's so very beautiful. For me personally, I think it's the reflection off the bay waters that appeals to me most. And when the boats at the marina are lighted up with Christmas Lights from the decks high into the night sky, on the masts....well, it's close to phenomenal. We got ourselves a Subway Sub sandwich and drink and went outdoors and sat near the seawall and enjoyed ourselves. It was a beautiful, beautiful evening...temperatures in the lower 70s and a gentle sea breeze. After the tree is lighted then the best part of the evening begins!! The Christmas Boat Parade on the Bay.....
and of course, not to forget the old jolly elf himself...Santa!!
How fun. The Hawaii Kai Boat Parade is the 18th. It's a lot of fun to go to. I've always wanted to enter our boat but never have. One of these years I'm going to do it. :) We always eat at Panda Express when we go. :)
ReplyDeletegreat reflection. My little camera can't take photos like you.
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos of the Christmas lights and boat parade. I love seeing the lights reflecting.
ReplyDeleteThe scenes look magical!
ReplyDeleteGreat photos. We missed the Christmas lighting ceremonies in our area but last year we were able to attend. Fantastic reflections too.
ReplyDeleteWow, colorful lights in the dark! The light reflections on the water are indeed attractive.
ReplyDeleteOooohhh, how fun! I've always wanted to see a Christmas Parade on the water. I think there is just something magical about the lights dancing on the water!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing....Happy Holidays!
What a lovely water parade. Love all the lit up boats and the way the mast head lights give the impression of a Christmas tree.
ReplyDeleteArija I never looked at them that way until you mentioned it. They DO resemble a Christmas tree!!
ReplyDeleteIt was a really interesting and spectacular event!
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ReplyDeleteFantastic pictures and we thank you for sharing them. The sailboat's masts decorations are amazing.
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I can really sense the holiday christmas here. Indeed, it is very beautiful looking at it during night time, and lights have that special effect. And the boat, oh, so lovely!
ReplyDeletethe lighted boats looks festive :)
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful with all the lights reflecting in the water. We always enjoyed Daytona Beach Fl. boat parade when we lived there.
ReplyDeleteFun, Fun, Fun parade. Loved your post.
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Oh I love this parade and the lights are beautiful.
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What fun! I've never heard of lighting boats, but I can see that it's gorgeous!
ReplyDeletegreat shot on the boats. it must be fun watching the colorful lights ON THE BOATS.
ReplyDeleteWhat fun to attend tree-lighting ceremonies. I haven't done that in a few years.
ReplyDeleteOh Anni this post makes me homesick. I so miss living on the water.
ReplyDeleteIt has really been calling me since my accident. I keep saying I am going to spend a day sitting on a beach soon but now it has turned so cold. lol
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That must have been beautiful !!
ReplyDeletebeautiful lights! the reflections are enchanting.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful lights and reflections in the water! Very impressive!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and you are so fortunate for your warm evenings. Cold and rain have been keeping me from enjoying the lights around here.
ReplyDeleteWow love the lights. And the reflection is awesome!
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Lovely photos. I love lighted boat parades. Happy Outdoor Wednesday.
ReplyDeleteThose were some beautiful shots.
ReplyDeleteIf I had a subway,drink in our temps here it would be frozen before I got to the parade.LOL
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they're so cool! i love them all decorated up in lights... neat!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and some great reflections.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your thoughts regarding the flooding in Australia. It has been happening out in the bush and country areas but we've had our fair share of rain in the city recently too.
wonderful images! the lights are great.
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful pictures of boats and lights! My husband would love this, too!
ReplyDeleteThe reflection of the tree on the water is gorgeous. The boats are all beautiful with their Christmas lights. It sounds like you had a perfect evening.
ReplyDeleteAnni, the lights and the reflections are gorgeous... And it's soooo cold there...
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I have not seen a boat parade before. Looks like heaps of fun.
ReplyDeleteAww... I miss the boat parades. We used to live in Simi and visit the Ventura and Channel Islands Harbor boat parades every year. I miss it. I wonder if they have any boat parades down here in Florida? They are sooo much fun!
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sounds like a very nice tradition. Which we has something like that.
ReplyDeleteSo you call it "beach umbrellas"? We use parasoll when it is for shading and umbrella for raining. :)
So pretty! :) I love the reflections of the lights on the water.
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ReplyDeleteWater for the thirsty,
Water just for play,
Water for the forests,
Water for the hay—
Water’s what we’re seeking,
Both on sea and land,
Watching for the wet stuff,
Cameras in hand.
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Oh, very beautiful. Nighttime Xmas light scenes are so hard to render well. I know it wsa gorgeous there. This is the kind of situation where a little post-production (Photoshop or something like it) can really make the photos sing.
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