Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Life at the Shore

  • Beach Light

    The golden glow at sunset on the Avalon Fishing Pier…

    …and, a dramatic spot light on the Stone Harbor ocean front homes at sunrise.

  • Friday Adventures

    Because we work weekends, Fridays are our opportunity to live as “tourists”.  In the fall, we enjoy the added advantage of fewer crowds and beautiful weather.

    Yesterday, we rode the island on our bikes- with pit stops along the way (mostly to check out homes under construction…I’m never completely off duty!)  This is the view from the end of the 8th Street jetty.  A unique perspective of the north end beaches.

    Another pit stop: lunch at the Windrift (pictured- our view from the outside bar).  A relaxing meal, sunshine, and a water view.  What’s not to like??

    Back to reality and the office today 🙂

    P.S. During our bike ride Friday, we saw participants of this event : NJ Run for the Fallen   (at the time, we didn’t know what we were watching).   We wondered when we saw 3 vehicles stop on Dune Drive around 55th Street; with the occupants wearing matching t-shirts.  I noticed a remembrance marker at that spot today.  Now I realize they were family /friends of that particular soldier.  Sad…

  • Construction Boom

    September has always been a big month for demolition and construction starts. 

    And based on the number of homes going down, the local contractors and suppliers should find steady work all winter. 

    All good news for our local economy.

    By the way, the Stone Harbor “house” pictured was purchased in the spring for $6,600,000!  Ocean front location, and an over-sized lot.

  • September Walks

    Vibrant sunrise/sunset colors greet me on my morning and evening walks- the only benefit of shorter days.

    Our fall colors include: goldenrod blooming along the beach paths, marsh grass fading from bright green to orange, and the leaves turning in the “forest” areas of the high dunes and bird sanctuary.

  • September Swarm

    I asked Ann McElhatton, the author of the blog Beach Chair Scientist to provide more information regarding the September ritual of the swallows.

    To me, the sight of the birds is a tell tale sign of fall. 

    To read the post, click here.

    Thanks, Ann!

  • Chilly Start

    Colors of the morning sky: pink, golden yellow, and then a brilliant blue.  Happy Monday!

  • Welcome Fall 2012

    Right on cue: a bright and chilly Sunday morning.

    Planning ahead: The annual Avalon Chamber Seafood Festival will be held Columbus Day Weekend, October 6th and 7th.  Food, music, and vendors at 29th Street and Avalon Avenue.  That same weekend, participants of the Cape Express Soccer Tournament take over the fields in Avalon and Stone Harbor.  And on Saturday, October 6th, the Green Fair will take place inside the Avalon Community Hall from 10am to 3pm.

  • Still Summer

    Well, at least until 10:49am :) 

    Fall beach days bring us closer to the dunes (a warmer spot when there’s a cool breeze).  A different perspective from the beach chair.

    Enjoy the weekend!

  • Changing Weather

    A stormy start for our Tuesday.  The winds are howling-  it sounds like winter…yet feels like summer!

    And, the humidity is back- carried in on the strong sea breeze. 

    The ocean swells in the inlet are impressive; causing the occasional wave to splash over the rock sea wall.

    Beautiful September beach days are expected to return by later this week.

  • September Views

    The incredible views continue- this picture was taken last night just after sunset.