Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Life at the Shore

  • 9000 Feet Above The Sea

    Another quick trip to Colorado this week to see the grand baby (and visit his older sister and parents, too!)  The altitude continues to be an issue for me- I try a new remedy on each trip, but haven’t found the solution yet.  Frustrating…

    However, a smiling baby makes it worthwhile.

    The residents in their small town get so excited as they plan their schedules around skiing or snowboarding.  I can relate.  We are very serious about our beach days here, too!

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    More pictures:        fraserco.jpg Winter Park, Colorado

    summercar.jpg This must be a summer car???

  • Signs of Spring?

    The bulbs in our yard are breaking through (although surrounded by an inch of snow yesterday!); Marabella’s Restaurant in Stone Harbor is open on weekends -with more businesses expected to be open by Easter; morning fog; Borough employees working on the beach entrances; and interested buyers making serious offers on seashore homes!

    Warmer temperatures are bound to be on the way…  🙂

  • 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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