The Thimble Islands

A few weekends ago we took a boat tour of the Thimble Islands with some friends.  It was a little chilly, but we enjoyed the boat ride.

The islands (made up of stony creek pink granite bedrock) were once the tops of hills (prior to the last ice age I am told).  As a result, the Thimble Islands are much more stable than other islands in the Long Island Sound.  Therefore, many of the islands contain residences.  I want my own Island.

(On second thought, I wonder how this place weathered Hurricane Sandy...maybe I don't want my own island)

We had a great time.  The boat driver was very pleasant and shared lots of interesting facts.  His assistant was less then enthused about all the children on board.  To the point that the other boat patrons were subtly suggesting she should seek out alternate occupations...one that doesn't involve human interaction. :)

Dominic enjoyed the ride and walking along the dock.