Category: Life at the Shore

How lucky…to live on a beautiful island, and have easy access to other unique seaside communities.

We spent a few hours in Cape May Point yesterday- walking from the sunken ship to the World War II bunker.  Returned to the street by way of the lighthouse so that we could see the charming cottages surrounded by trees. 

We were definitely out numbered by the birders…almost as fun to watch as the actual birds!

It was a good reminder to take advantage of our convenient location- and appreciate the local attractions that draw visitors from much farther away.

Warm salt air, fog, and occasional rain…the makings of a spa day at the beach.

Steady rain this morning for my walk.  Then bright sunshine.

From my office window, it looks dark again over the bay.  Might be a challenging few days for outdoor activities!

During the summer months, the beach cleaning tractors keep me company during my morning walk. 

Yesterday, the beach remained in it’s natural state- the tractors are officially retired for the 2011 season.

Next up?  As of September 15th (Avalon) and October 1st (Stone Harbor) approved vehicles are permitted on the beach.

Look both ways when entering from a beach path!

Walked by several dedicated beach bums this morning. 

All were bundled up- with their chairs facing the sun!

Temperatures expected to be a bit warmer today; with another round of “summer” later this week 🙂

This was my view yesterday morning as I walked along the beach.  I wore a light jacket, and the sun was making an effort to warm the air.

By late morning, the clouds took over and the temperature dropped a few degrees.  The light rain around noon turned into heavy rain at the end of my work day.

By the time I arrived home, I was SO tempted to turn on the heat.  But the air conditioning was running only a few days before! 

Just before sunset, the clouds over the bay parted.  The blinding sun looked like a movie spot light on the ocean side homes.  And then…a rainbow.

Weather forecasts call for temperatures back in the 80’s by mid-week.  Don’t put away those beach chairs yet 🙂

The view from my kayak early this morning. 

High tide, nice breeze, and a calm bay (until I reached the inlet!) -  then off to work.

The quiet of the bay gave me time to reflect on yesterday’s events.  Through Twitter, I was able to follow first person accounts from family members of victims, survivors, and those attending the services- it was an incredible way to experience the anniversary.

Walked on the beach prior to watching some of the TV coverage of the 9/11 memorials.

A peaceful way to start such a sad day.

The birds were the grand finale before I walked up the path: a synchronized pattern in the sky over the ocean and back on to the sand.

This picture was taken yesterday.   Not as promising today…so far.

Surfers were out in the rain this morning enjoying the big waves. 

A calmer ocean and more sun expected for the weekend.