A wild storm rolled through Avalon and Stone Harbor this afternoon. Â High winds toppled deck furniture and trash cans, and heavy rain caused street flooding.
There were reports of a few lightning strikes – including an Avalon Beach Patrol boat!
Temperatures dropped (thankfully!), the rain water drained quickly, and the sun has returned.  Should be a nice evening…
After an unsettled weather day Wednesday, the sky cleared just in time for an evening walk. Â Fun to watch the surfers off the 25th Street beach in Avalon.
We are accustomed to summer visitors driving flashy cars and wearing designer clothes.
The nuns on retreat at Villa Maria by the Sea provide a welcome contrast…as do the many Amish families who return year after year.
I took this picture Tuesday evening. Â I didn’t want to be disrespectful, but it was such a beautiful image.
I walked over the beach path early this morning to an embarrassing view of trash and recycling (much of it outside the cans), along with broken beach chairs and umbrellas. Â Evidence of a busy holiday weekend!
By the time I finished my walk and returned back to the path, the trash was gone, and the sand groomed.
One of the reasons we purchase beach tags!
Re-posting a picture from 2012 of an annual July 4th tradition:
The Stone Harbor life guards decorate their stands, and rally the crowd on their beach to sing the Star Spangled Banner.
Because the 4th falls on a weekend this year, Â I am limited to looking at pictures and videos on Twittter while at work!
Frequently Asked Questions:
1) Will the fireworks go off tonight? Yes, unless it’s pouring rain and/or thunder and lightning storm.  Will share updates on Twitter.  9pm in Avalon at 30th Street beach; just after 9pm in Stone Harbor at 80th Street beach.
2) Any parking tips? Sorry, this is the weekend to walk or ride your bike!
3) Will Kohler’s run out of cream donuts? Probably 😉
4) Is it worthwhile to shop for groceries on the island rather than going out to the Acme?  Definitely!
Have a great weekend!
I am proud to support The Brendan Borek High Tides Memorial Fund: a grass roots organization helping Cape May County pediatric cancer patients and their families since 1992.
So many opportunities to participate and contribute.  For the complete list of activities, visit the web site, or the office/store at 2170 Dune Drive, Avalon.
The final surf memorial on August 1st will mark the 25th anniversary of the event. Â Tickets for the Reunion Beef and Beer are available on a limited basis.
Brendan’s legacy will live on through a partnership with CHOP (Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia). Â The Brendan Borek Endowment Fund will continue to assist children and families in Cape May and Atlantic Counties.
