Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Life at the Shore

  • Avalon and Stone Harbor news

    Good news for our local beach communities for future funding of beach replenishment projects:

    http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/181/story/321595.html

  • Red Light District?

    redlightbulb.jpg   Ever wonder about the red light bulbs in the front window of summer homes?  It’s a popular “high tech” system used by owners who leave their heat and water on in the winter months.  The light bulb is plugged into a wall thermostat.   If the temperature in the house drops below the setting (typically 10 degrees below the real thermostat for the heat), the light goes on.  The police or real estate agent notice the light (the red light stands out) and call the owner and/or service company to check the heat.

    ACE Hardware in Stone Harbor sells the kit- and will know what you are talking about if you ask for the “red light thing”! 

  • Breeze versus Wind

    The breeze we appreciate all summer turns on us in the winter (literally).  From now through spring, it’s just plain old wind.

    20 to 30 mph is common at the shore- and the wind direction dictates our activities.  South- take the wreath off the front door before it’s in the neighbor’s yard.  West- walk on the beach instead of the street- the dunes will block the wind.  North- bundle up, there is NO escaping this cold air.  East- the dampness will defy the temperature, really bundle up!

    novbeach.jpg  Keep warm…see you on the beach!

  • New Jersey: The Movie

    I haven’t seen this movie yet- but it’s expected to explain our identity crisis, the true dividing line between north and south Jersey, and how Philadelphia and New York City influence the culture.  The check list on the t-shirt is right on target!

    http://nsjersey.synthasite.com/

    There is a screening for the movie next Saturday 11/22 at the Beach Theater in Cape May- 2pm.  To learn more:

    http://www.newjerseythemovie.com

  • Weekend Weather

    Dreary today- sun expected for Sunday.  With less than 2 weeks until Thanksgiving, the local shopping areas are preparing for the next “season” at the shore: Christmas.

    Avalon and Stone Harbor will host family activities the holiday weekend of November 28th- 30th.  And the stores will cooperate with great sales. 

    Visit the Chamber web sites for more details: http://www.avalonbeach.com/

    http://www.stoneharborbeach.com/

  • What to Wear?

    beach.jpg Determining what to wear for my beach walk is sometimes based more on the time of year than the actual temperature.  It was cold enough for a hat and gloves this morning, but it just doesn’t seem right in mid-November.  I have of course made the transition from shorts to long pants; and even started wearing a turtle neck under a spring jacket.  The fleece jacket came out today- so I guess the real winter clothes will follow. 

    Maybe women can relate to this more- switching to our winter clothes is a sign that we have given up hope of balmy fall weather.  I’m just not ready to accept that winter is fast approaching  🙂

  • Wandering Skunks

    It was mild tonight, and I decided to walk after work.  Because it was already dark  🙁   I walked in the middle of Second Avenue under the street lights.  Sure enough, a Stone Harbor skunk ran out from under a parked car and toward the center island.  Thankfully, I was not in his way. Yuck! 

    The good news?  A Monday night in November allows me to walk in the middle of the street without any traffic safety issues. It’s so peaceful- no wonder the skunks wander the island at night!

  • Sunday Sights

    americanlegion.jpg  Built in 1895 as a lifesaving station, this classic seashore building located on the corner of 117th and Second Avenue, Stone Harbor is owned by American Legion Post 331.  A major restoration project is almost complete, including handpainted murals inside the garage doors.

    mural.jpgHard to do it justice with a camera phone-  very impressive in person. For additional information:

    http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/31184-legion-post-makes-historic-register

  • Fall Back Weekend

    timechange.jpg  Another cloudless day with the warm sun rising over the ocean.  Looking forward to more morning daylight…but I wish it didn’t mean darkness right after work  🙁

    Years ago, one of my customers said what she likes best about coming to the shore from her suburban neighborhood is the sky.  She can look up and see miles and miles of open sky.  I thought of her comment this morning…so true. 

  • Halloween at the Shore

    beachhalloween2.jpg  beachhalloween.jpg  Beautiful day today- too nice to stay inside (except now at 4pm to watch the coverage of the Phillies celebration at the stadium). 

    Was able to sit on the beach (bundled up a bit), watch the dolphins swim by, and read a book- a good day! 

    Happy Halloween!  Â