Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Spotted this “shell flag” in a front yard on First Avenue in Avalon. 
It looks too colorful to be left over from last summer.  A recent weekend project in preparation for the season??

A brilliant blue sky, a cool blue ocean, and a light blue piece of sea glass.  All part of my walk this morning.
Also noticed:  I had to stop while crossing the street toward the beach.  2 bicyclists riding south and a jogger heading north. Practically a traffic jam!

I work for/with 2 former professional ice hockey players- both originally from “up north”.    The closest I’ve come to watching hockey is the movie Miracle on Ice.
Last night’s Olympic rivalry between Canada and the United States was a required viewing in our office.  And it was a good game, eh??

It’s funny…but also sad.  6:30pm- home from work, finished dinner, and already changed into the attractive flannel pants!
I’m looking forward to daylight at the end of the work day to encourage a more productive evening.   62 days until Spring …but who’s counting.

A relaxing stroll is just not possible with these temperatures!  Move fast, and try to stay out of the wind.
On the plus side…the sand is frozen, so I can easily walk in what would normally be soft sand adjacent to the dunes (partially blocking the cold NW wind). 
Stay warm 

Nice weather…for December. 
Saw a great blue heron in the Bird Sanctuary (it flew away too quick for a picture).  The local volunteers are working hard to restore the sanctuary, and encourage the birds to return. 
And, saw 2 teenagers testing out their new Christmas toy: skateboard like item with 4 wheels and foot straps, and a body harness attached to an [...]

Burn off a few Christmas calories-  the 2nd annual Dashing Through the Sand 5K race is scheduled for Saturday, December 26th in Avalon.  Registration opens at 9am in the Avalon Community Hall- 30th Street and the beach.  Race starts at 10am.
Proceeds benefit the Craig Lozier Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Hard to believe- just 1 week away. 
 On Friday, 11/27, Avalon will kick off the holiday season with the Christmas tree lighting and a visit from Santa at the 21st Street circle (Veteran’s Plaza)- starting at 4pm.
Events planned in Stone Harbor for Friday and Saturday- holiday music, a dog parade (seriously), and hospitality night on Friday; more [...]

 I mentioned during the summer that I was inspired to add to my 4 pieces of sea glass after seeing an attractive vase filled with glass at a friend’s house.
After just a few months, the vase on my kitchen counter is filled…now what?  Do I ignore the smooth, frosted glass as I walk along the beach?  Do I pass over the common [...]

 I’m feeling pressure to take advantage of the warm sun and moderate temperatures.   It sounds like we will be wearing SHOES and SOCKS later this week   :(
The bay was a bit choppy, but with high tide conveniently at the end of my work day- kayaking was on the schedule.
A snowy egret and blue heron watched me [...]