Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Life at the Shore

  • Restaurant Week in Avalon/ Stone Harbor

    Web site for this event : http://www.7milerestaurantweek.com/

    June 4th through June 11th.

  • Toys of Summer

    BigWheelThe quick family visit included: one perfect beach day, time at the playground, family dinners, a rainy afternoon at the movies, and a trip to the Cape May County Zoo.  The Big Wheel was a hit, too  🙂

  • Back to Typical May

    lifeguardstandWe were spoiled with summer like weather recently.  Today’s fog is more typical of May at the Jersey Shore.  The thick mist swirls around and you return soaking wet from a morning walk.

    Excited to see the new addition to our beach this morning…a lifeguard stand!  Another sign of summer  🙂

  • Sand Castle- 1st of Season

    sandcastle2Yesterday was a perfect beach day…and the start of a long weekend family gathering. 

    The construction of a serious sand castle was on the list of things to do.  The 20 something nephews handled layout and design (their engineering background helps), and they permitted some cosmetic upgrades from other family members eager to help!

    Enjoy the weekend 🙂

  • Rainy Day at the Shore

    LifeguardStoneHarbor A good day to think about summer and warmer days ahead.

    The sun is expected to return later this week- good timing, because my extended family will be in town.  We are celebrating a college graduation, an engagement, and a few birthdays.  Plus, it’s a great excuse for our Colorado family members to come for a visit  :)   Nana and Papa are ready!

  • I Don’t Sell Houses

    MaymorningWell, technically I do.  Yet I know I’m really selling access to a unique and ever changing environment.

    Every morning, I am genuinely in awe of my view as I walk over the beach path- what a great way to start the day!

    There are plenty of options for a “beach house”- from a small condo or cottage, to a large, custom home.  Realistic prices and low interest rates are great incentives, too!

    If you know anyone looking for a beach house (to buy or rent), I appreciate the opportunity to help!  ann@anndelaney.com

  • Dogs with Summer Homes

    dogI’ve noticed a definite increase of dogs with summer homes at the shore.  And the local municipalities have eased the beach walking restrictions to accommodate this trend. 

    However, 2 basic rules still apply:  pick up after your pet, and the dog must ALWAYS be on a leash.

    I am not a dog owner, but as a mother, I can relate to the emotions.  Letting an unleashed dog run up to a stranger walking along the beach is the equivalent of a mom saying “Isn’t my baby cute…do you want to hold him?”  In that case, the stranger can politely say no.  But with a dog, it’s not that simple.

    Watching the Dog Whisperer has helped.  I avoid eye contact with the charging dog, keep my pace, and hope for the best.  My Cesar Millan skills worked this morning with an energetic black lab.  Yet in the past, I have been chased, jumped on (knocking my iPod to the ground), growled at, etc.  A reasonable request to leash the dog is often answered with “don’t worry, he won’t hurt you”.

    Okay- that’s my rant for the summer.  See you on the beach!

  • Saturday at the Shore

    jettyFresh salt air, a comfortable breeze, bright sunshine, and the beach Zamboni (yes, I watched the Flyer’s game) keeping  me company on my early morning walk!

    Now, off to work.  Enjoy the weekend 🙂

  • A New Look

    101stThe view from the water’s edge toward the 101st Street pavilion in Stone Harbor has changed…for the better.   The huge, rusty outfall pipe has been removed  (along with others in that immediate area).  What a difference.  The beach looks so much bigger.

    No sneakers today for my beach walk- time to toughen up my feet.  This was a big deal when we were young… we wouldn’t even wear flip flops back and forth to the beach! 

    Cars are arriving on the island.  Expecting a busy weekend.

  • Island Restaurant Week

    diningAvalon and Stone Harbor restaurants will be participating in the 7 Mile Restaurant Week:  June 4th through June 11th.

    Specials will be offered for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.  For example, a 3 course dinner will be a bargain at $29.50.  Retail businesses will be partnering with the restaurants to offer special discounts, too.

    As someone who prefers not to cook…this sounds like a great week!