 Incredible- this is the view from 11th Street looking north toward the jetty. The north end beach replenishment was completed just before the 4th of July. The Borough of Avalon officials deserve high praise for expediting this project.
July 17, 2008
Avalon- North End Beach Update
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July 17, 2008
Beautiful Nights
   
          
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Full moon rising over the ocean, and another beautiful sunset last night. Today, a cool sea breeze along the beach. Life is good!
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July 15, 2008
Moon Rise…Sunset
Not the correct name of the song- but my title applies tonight. The setting sun was a HUGE red ball reflecting over the calm back bay. And the almost full moon was bright white over the ocean. No waves, so the surfers were just hanging with the dolphins. Now the sky is a brilliant pink and blue- beautiful!
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July 15, 2008
Bike Lane- update
 I had my concerns about the bike lane, but I have to admit- it works. The bike riders stay off to the side and for the most part- ride in the correct direction. I feel safer when I am on my bike; and when driving, I’m glad the young children have guidelines to stay focused on the road.
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July 13, 2008
Sunday Sights
 Not sure why the life guard stand was on the wrong side of the beach path this morning?? At first I thought the beach patrol was concerned about high tide…but all of the other stands were in their normal locations. Maybe it was “borrowed” for the night?
 Great waves for the surfers, thanks to Bertha. The churned up cool water created a fog along the water’s edge, obstructing the normally clear view to North Wildwood from the south end of Stone Harbor.Â
A picture perfect beach day for “shore” 🙂
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July 10, 2008
Why People Buy?
Someone once commented that the buyers in Avalon and Stone Harbor are the “haves…and the have mores”.
However for most families, buying a shore house is not about keeping up with their neighbors. They love the area, have great memories from their childhood, and want to pass along that joy to their children and grandchildren.
Pride of ownership is evident and it adds to the overall look of the island. This time of year especially, we admire the flower gardens, manicured lawns, and attractively decorated porches.Â
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July 6, 2008
Back to Work
 My family has all gone home…so back to the real world for me.  I’m lucky that my real world includes living and working near the beach- so not too bad!Â
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July 5, 2008
Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary- walking paths
The walking paths are partially completed, and the benches and flower gardens look beautiful. Next on the plan- attracting more species of birds!
It’s worth a visit- even if to just appreciate the 6 block span left undeveloped on an island of expensive real estate.
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July 4, 2008
Happy 4th!
 The weather was a bit unsettled and cool this morning, but it turned into a beautiful beach day. The Stone Harbor fireworks started promptly at 9pm with light rain…and a soaking rain by the time we were walking home!
Fireworks again tomorrow night on the 30th Street beach in Avalon. Enjoy the holiday weekend 🙂
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Extinct at the Shore?
I noticed this last summer…and the trend continues. Are bathing suit cover-ups in short supply? Have manufacturers stopped producing them?Â
This crisis forces hundreds of girls to walk around in their bikinis, even while shopping down town. And then, in the spirit of solidarity, men remove their shirts. It’s an endless cycle… 😉