An American Icon - 1841

These magnificent sails belong to the Charles W. Morgan, the last surviving wooden whaling ship in the world. She had an illustrious 80 year sailing history that spanned the globe, and was retired in 1921. With a crew of only 35 men, sailing years at a time, she could hold up to 90,000 gallons of highly prized whale oil. She is part of a living history museum at Mystic Seaport in Mystic Connecticut. (To learn more about her, and the perils of whaling, you can visit: http://www.mysticseaport.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.viewPage&page_id=58CDBE74-65B8-D398-78B82F78C63BCD4A (To see another photo of her, (in sepia) check out my posting on Jan. 18) (P.S. I'm taking a break from "365", probably a couple of months.......see you when I return. x)

[Leslie Manna]

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Hello all, Thank you kindly for your views and comments of late.
I wanted to let you know that I need to take a break from "365". I'm not sure how long; probably for the summer (or winter, depending where you are :-)) I've had a few setbacks, (nothing I can't handle) and my heart just isn't in it right now. I'll pop in now and then..........
All my best, and take good care, Les xx

[Amy]

I'll miss your photos. I'll keep you in my thoughts, and will look forward to your return. Warm wishes to you.

[Paul]

Leslie, such a shame. You make sure you take care of yourself and see you soon ;-)

[Megan Richardson]

great looking sails, I like how it looks like the building is going to sail away, appeals to my sense of whimsy.
great to hear form you and hope all is well and you stay well until we see you again

[Hudd]

Hi Les, sorry i've not been around much, so busy at work, hope everything works out, take care, hudd

[Moira Brown]

Enjoy your break! It is sometimes hard to find the time! Take care of yourself Moira x

[Shirley]

I might have to make a trip to Mystic........I've been a couple of times but don't remember this ship. I'll miss you here on 365 and look forward to your return .......actually now that my project is really finished I've slowed down just a little........take care, Les.....hope to see you here after your break

[Melanie Savage]

Have a good break, will look forward to seeing you post again x

[Paula x2 Brumbe]

I have been posting but really so far behind commenting that I may end up taking a long break myself. Be well.

[Anoeska van Rijsbergen]

I wish you all the best. You got to do whatever you want to do (or not), but I will miss you a lot! I like your pics and I always appreciate your nice comments. Take care!

[Mike Warren]

@glimpses Les, really hope you get better. Sounds like you have your priorities in the right order. Take care of yourself first and hope to her from you when things are better. Take care. Mike

[Robin]

So sorry to hear you're having problems but am glad to know they are not insurmountable. I'll very much look forward to your return.

[Ulpi]

Wishing you the best Leslie! Glad you are coming back after the break:)

[Cindy Muir]

This is such a cool shot - love the masts and sails "sprouting" from the roof tops! Enjoy your break - sometimes we just have to do what's best for ourselves!

[Margaret Tryon]

Les, this is terrific. I'll be waiting for your return my friend. :-)

[Netkonnexion]

Thats a cool picture.
Missing you again. Come back soon.

[karenann]

Oh what a gorgeous capture, Les!! I just got back and now you're leaving for awhile. I love this composition of yours and the beauty of this ship ... yes, they have an amazing history. Aww, Les .. enjoy your time off. I will miss you and the beautiful, warm and kind words that you've always given to me. I'll be "off and on" this summer also. You take care and I look forward to your return. Take care and may God Bless you.

[Menarose]

This is what I love most here at 365 community - the knowledge that I acquire - adorable photo and story, Leslie!

[Junan Heath]

Fantastic photo! So lovely! Fav!