   Cool sea breeze yesterday- but a beautiful day for a walk along the beach.Â
 Waves of sand untouched by foot prints. That will change soon!
Category: Life at the Shore
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Chilly Walk Along the Beach
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New Stone Harbor Restaurant
Noticed last night that “Quahog’s” is open on 97th Street (just off Second Avenue in the old Tri-Jo’s building).  The owners, who also own Sea Salt on 83rd and Third Avenue, renovated the space over the winter. I heard it will be a casual seafood/clam shack with take- out available. Anxious to give it a try.
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April Weather at the Shore
 April is a confused month. It wants to be spring-like, but can’t commit. The fog rolling in off the ocean will lower the air temperture by 10 degrees. It can be sunny and bright inland, but cold and dreary along the coast. Or, like this morning- the strong west wind was blocked by the dunes, so it felt warm on the beach. We will continue to ride the weather rollercoaster for the next few weeks- knowing that the best is yet to come!
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Watch Your Step!
  
 The storm last weekend caused some beach erosion in the south end of Stone Harbor (getting on the beach is much easier than climbing back up :)  Miscellaneous items washed up along the shore- including this huge buoy! -
Back in America
Just returned from our trip to Northern Ireland. Of course, the towns along the Irish Sea were my favorite! A unique mixture of massive cliffs and pink sand beaches:
   
   
Before our trip, we heard concerns about our plans to visit Northern Ireland versus the Republic of Ireland. I can confidently say that we felt very safe and welcome in Belfast and all of the surrounding villages. The northeast coast has expansive areas of open space, quiet (but well marked) roads, and charming towns along the sea.Â
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Ocean Drive Marathon
Today is race day- the weather for this event is typically cold and rainy, so this morning’s sun is an added bonus for the participants. But they are running in to a steady wind (ENE 16 to 25mph per the the Weather Channel).  That’s why I’m not an athlete- too much of a wimp!Â
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Across the Pond
My grandparents made the long journey to America in the early 1900’s. My grandfather from Northern Ireland, and my grandmother from the Republic of Ireland (after studying the history, I have a better understanding of the difference). They met in Philadelphia, raised 6 children, summered in Stone Harbor, and eventually settled in Avalon in the late 1950’s.
My husband and I will travel to Northern Ireland this week. My goal is to walk along our beach Tuesday, and then walk along the Irish Sea on Wednesday! We are staying in Newcastle- a low key east coast seaside town (hey, that sounds familiar).
I am looking forward to finding distant relatives while my husband plays golf! Sláinte
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Avalon- Beach Access for 2008
Mayor Martin Pagliughi recently sent a letter to the residents of Avalon regarding the beach in the north end. Due to permit issues with the State of New Jersey, the Borough may not be able to restore the paths to the beach between 10th and 15th Streets.
He assured the property owners that “if nature helps to correct the situation between 10th and 15th Streets, we will reopen the paths immediately”.
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Sunrise Service
 When I look at the sun breaking through the clouds over the ocean on a beautiful morning, I can’t help associating nature with religion. It reminds me to be thankful for the gifts in my life and think about family and friends no longer here. It’s my version of a sunrise service- very appropriate for Easter. Enjoy the weekend! -
High Tide and Windy!
    Stormy day at the shore. Hopefully the weather will improve for the holiday weekend. Happy Easter!