Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Life at the Shore

  • Summer Rentals

     ‘Tis the season…to think about Summer of 2011.

    Do you own a property in Avalon or Stone Harbor, and want to offer it for rent?  Please contact me to discuss in more detail.

    Are you thinking about a summer vacation in Avalon or Stone Harbor?  Power Play Realty has an excellent selection of homes and condominiums in all price ranges. 

    Visit our web site: http://www.powerplayrealty.com/    Or e-mail me directly with your questions and wish list:  ann@anndelaney.com

    I appreciate the opportunity to help!

  • Flip Flops & Ice Scrapers

    Noticed a mixed message on my front porch this morning – flip flops and a snow/ice scraper for the car. 

    We are ready for anything!

    P.S. This is the last “treasure hunting” weekend on the island for 2010.  Stone Harbor bulk trash pick up is on Monday.

  • Island Life

    Higher than average tides this week.

    The ocean reached the edge of most beach paths. 

    And, the bay covered the parking lot of the 53rd to 55th Street Bay Park in Avalon at mid-day.

    A good salt water rinse 😉

  • Beach Hiking

    Strong northwest winds again this morning. 

    Forced to choose between facing the cold wind by the water’s edge, or walking in the soft sand near the dunes. 

    It was definitely warmer by the dunes, and hey…it’s better exercise as I “climb” over the mounds of sand by each beach entrance. Glad I already transitioned to my winter hiking shoes  😉

  • Breeze turns to Wind

    Remember that great summer breeze?  After Labor Day it officially converts to “wind”. 

    How strong is the wind at the shore?  Under that pile of sand is a bench at the edge of a beach path.  It’s only November and just the top few slats are visible!   Hope someone remembers to dig it out by May 😉

  • Morning Light

    Yes, I will join in and whine when it’s dark at 5pm tomorrow.  But will also appreciate the time change for my morning walk. 

    The warm sun reflecting off the ocean provides motivation to bundle up get outside!

  • Snow “Birds”?

    Do dolphins follow the trend of many local residents and head south for the winter? 

    It’s late in the season to see so many as I walked the beach this morning.  Because the dolphins were heading south…I thought they might be migrating to warmer waters for the winter.

    A very pleasant distraction 🙂

  • Unfortunate Reality

    Avalon and Stone Harbor Police Departments have reported recent thefts of flat screen televisions from several unoccupied homes on the island.  

    This is disappointing news for our community.  Unfortunately, we aren’t completely immune from the real world.

    The police have asked residents to be aware of suspicious activity on the quiet blocks in town.  And seasonal residents should carefully secure their home in the off season.  It may also be helpful to hire a “winter watch” service for peace of mind.

  • Dressing for the Weather

    More layers required for my morning walk- but SO worth it to see the sunrise. 

    When you grow up by the beach, flip flops and shorts are worn for as long as possible.  There is resistance to cold weather clothes.

    My parents tried.  I remember my father’s favorite question: “Do you have your boots?” - and my mother asking my sisters (even in recent years): “Where is your coat?”

    I finally learned…after our youngest son moved to Colorado.  I discovered wool socks and sweaters.  And understood the need for boots!  Now I have the wardrobe that allows me to walk on the beach year round in reasonable comfort 😉

  • Breaks of Sun

    Gloomy morning, and now bright sunshine for the afternoon.

    Humid air with temperatures in the 70’s…summer weather on a late October day.

    Normal COOLER weather expected for the Halloween weekend.