Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Life at the Shore

  • President’s Weekend at the Shore

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    Take a break from the snow/ice! Come to the shore and put your feet in the sand (at least your sneakers!) 

    Many restaurants and stores will be open for the long weekend.  See you around town…

  • Another Seashore Blog

    http://downtheshorewithjen.blogspot.com

    The author of this blog writes books about the Jersey Shore.

  • Avalon-Weekend Trash Solution

    The Borough of Avalon has announced a solution to wayward trash cans after weekend visits: The 15th Street Borough yard will be open to accept household trash and recycle items on Sundays between 12 noon and 5pm- now through May 18th.  The Borough will continue this program in the fall on Sundays between September 14th and December 28th.  Great idea!

  • Children’s Charities of Power Play Realty

    In 2005, Tim Kerr and the agents of Power Play Realty established a fund by contributing 1% of all sales commissions.  The money is distributed annually to 4 area charities providing services to children. 

    We are proud to support: The Brendan Borek Fund http://www.brendansfund.org/ ; Cape May County Special Services (receiving a check in the photo below); Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia; and The Dreamkeeper Program.

    To date, Power Play Realty has contributed over $25,000. 

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  • Beach vs. Treadmill

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    I will admit- I was a whimp last week.  The cold temperatures and the rain provided daily excuses to skip my walk on the beach…and unfold the treadmill.  I convinced myself that I would walk even longer because I could watch TV and be comfortable.

    Well, after 15 minutes, I was completely bored.  I missed the view (of course), the birds, the roar of the ocean, and the smell of salt air. 

    So, back on track (excuse the pun) this morning.  And I was rewarded with an amazing view of the sun over the ocean, and moderate temperatures.  Definitely better than TV!

  • The Rinse Cycle

    A good soaking rain to wash the road salt off our cars…and Mother Nature’s salt off the windows (at least on the side facing the wind).

    Expecting nice weather for the weekend- ideal for the potential tenants and buyers making the trip to the shore to look around.

  • The Big Chill

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    A bit of snow at the shore this week- and very cold temperatures.  But the sun is out and the ocean and beach look beautiful.

    Worth the effort to bundle up for a walk!   

  • Milestones and Temperatures

    Today is my birthday, and Mother Nature gave me the gift of temperatures just above my age.  Hint- the number was not a record breaker, but higher than average for January!

    I have attached a picture of my party on the beach with the birds  🙂

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  • Tide Changes / Real Estate

    I plan my walk around the tide schedule (for enough hard sand on the beach)- and it occured to me this morning that the real estate market is similar to the constantly changing tide- we just have to work (or walk) around it.

    We are finally hearing some positive news related to the banking/ real estate industry- and consumers are watching for good opportunites with interest rates and home prices.

    And, just as we can count on the returning tide, the mild weather is only a few months away…and we will be enjoying the environment that is unique to the seashore. 

    No need to fear the change of tide. Just take an alternate path that leads to the same destination!

  • Weather perspective

    I was whining yesterday- it was cold and rainy- typical dreary winter day.  I was able to walk the beach early- but it wasn’t pleasant.  Then, I talked with our son who lives in the mountains of Colorado.  They had blizzard conditions and the roads were closed (still closed today!). 

    The sun is back out today…and it is a balmy 40 degrees…so no more complaints (at least for a day or two).

    Stay warm…and Happy New Year!