Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Life at the Shore

  • Sunday Sights

    Spring forward = morning walks BEFORE the sunrise for a few weeks.

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  • Sand Trucks

    Moving sand to replenish the north end beaches in Avalon, NJ.  Pictures taken this morning- 14th Street looking south.

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  • Snowy Views

    Snow fences…snow shells…snow drifts…and a snowy Stone Harbor landmark.

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  • Salt Air > Snow

    Although Avalon and Stone Harbor were in the path of a significant snow storm (well, enough for us to close the office yesterday…), the total accumulation was only about 4 inches.

    People often ask about snow on the beach.  Yes, it will cover the sand temporarily. But with the combination of tides, and salty air/sand- it doesn’t last long.

    I took this picture yesterday afternoon, shortly after the storm ended:

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  • In Denial

    My view early this morning.  Guess it will be a bit different tomorrow??

    Will post snow pictures on Twitter  www.twitter.com/AnnDelaneyBeach 

    As long as Comcast cooperates (my Internet connection)…I will have access to the MLS and our rental site.  Feel free to email me sale/rental requests!

    ann@anndelaney.com

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  • Good News

    I will ignore the crazy weather forecast, and focus instead on warmer days ahead.

    There is a sign in the window of the Concord Cafe in Avalon- Opening March 7th.   Marabella’s in Stone Harbor and Pudgie Pelican in Avalon are now open.  “Opening soon” signs appearing at other businesses as well.

    Next weekend is Daylight Savings (March 9th) – more light for walks after work.

    The following weekend is the annual Stone Harbor Shiver (polar plunge)- Saturday, March 15th.   Click here for a link to the Facebook page

    In the meantime, I will look forward to beach walks with fewer bulky layers 😉

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  • This Way to Spring!

    Ignore those snow flakes out your window…spring is almost here 😉

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  • Sunday Sights

    Watched the sky colors change from bright pink…to gold…to a soft blue…all during a long morning beach walk.  Nice start to a busy work day!

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  • Now That’s Better!

    Finally, beautiful weekend weather 🙂

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  • The Shore’s (Chilly) Little Secret

    A common statement: “I can’t wait until spring”.  Yet shore residents say it with a bit less enthusiasm.

    It’s not that we want the brutal winter weather to continue…it’s just that “spring” by the ocean is often VERY chilly.

    This time of year, the sea breeze kicks in- blowing cold, damp air over the island.  Inland (off shore) it can be warm and sunny.  Cross over the bridge, and the temperature drops at least 10 degrees (of course we LOVE this phenomenon in July!)

    So if you are coming down, bring a few extra layers for a long walk on the beach 😉

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