Over the last 2 days Orkney has been going through one of its numerous winter storms. The following videos were taken on Saturday from the Papa Stronsay Pier:
Dear Rev. Fr. Michael Mary, F.SS.R. I have been always fascinated by winter sea storms: while I came into the world, a sea storm like as the one you have filmed was at its peak!
With All Respect Alessandro Botto
Anonymous said…
How absolutely AWESOME!!!! This puts me in mind of growing up in Cape Breton. Our winter storms were much the same. In the meantime, here in the North Eastern United states; we have been innundated with snow. I will take the glory of wind and sea ANY DAY.
As always, the Sons of the Most Holy Redeemer are remembered DAILY in my Masses and prayers. Fr. John, S.S.A.
Anonymous said…
oh that looks like such wild weather! and here in Christchurch, New Zealand, we have been sweltering in 36deg and more! may God bless you all and keep you safe and "weathertight"! in prayer -
Anonymous said…
Very nice. Harsh weather is quite interesting. Any anemometer readings?
Mario, where are you !!! ( Nb For the uninitiated Mario is the officially appointed boatman - responsible for sailings between Papa Stronsay and Stronsay.) I don't know, any excuse for the afternoon off!! Joking of course!!
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I have been always fascinated by winter sea storms:
while I came into the world, a sea storm like as the one you have filmed was at its peak!
With All Respect
Alessandro Botto
As always, the Sons of the Most Holy Redeemer are remembered DAILY in my Masses and prayers.
Fr. John, S.S.A.
may God bless you all and keep you safe and "weathertight"!
in prayer -
God bless!!