Happiness is found when you're down the shore. The beach, the sunsets and sunrises, the bike rides, and the boardwalk all are apart of the place you can finally relax and become your best self. When it is less than 20 degrees outside and the warm beach seems so far away, here is this little reminder that our beach days are closer than you think (and worth the wait!).
Sunrises and sunsets are best seen by the water
Cary Porter
You wake up for work around 7 just to catch a glimpse of the finishing sunrise. When you're down the shore, your body wants to wake up for that sunrise. Walking a few blocks to the beach or lake to see that sunrise is the best start to your day.
You'll make every excuse to go to the shore
Hannah Porter
"I have to fix a window on the shore house. I'm spending the weekend" -my dad
"Crap, I think the grass needs to be cut. I'm going to the shore. Not sure how long it will take me." -my dad
"I think it's going to rain. I need to go down and put the chairs away. See you in a few days." -my dad
"I miss our neighbor." -my dad *doesn't see dad for 3 days, location last found in Jersey*
There's no city lights and the air just feels lighter
Cary Porter
If you live in the city, you know that seeing the stars can be very difficult. Down the shore, you can see every constellation, every small cloud, some shooting stars, and that beautiful moon. Although it is possible to see it in the city, it is so much brighter and beautiful in shore towns.
That smell in air is like no other
Cary Porter
That salty sea air is what every candle should smell like. (Also, one of my favorite places to smell that salty air)
The drive down is still one of your favorite parts
Hannah Porter
For me, we have a two hour drive of the windows down, music blasting, and a ton of laughter. That in itself holds so many memories.
The boardwalk holds so many gems
Hannah Porter
T-shirt shops, homemade jewelry, shore signs, hermit crabs, and fudge are all things to look forward to at the boardwalk. When you were younger, going on the boardwalk rides was the highlight of your trip. (Who am I kidding, I still look forward to going on the ferris wheel and wooden rollercoaster).
Okay but shore town ice cream is somehow better than any ice cream you've ever had
Hannah Porter
Okay the pizza too...
Hannah Martin
Hannah Porter
Alright Jersey Shore people: Sam's + Curley's
That is all.
There is no sense of worry
Cary Porter
The fireworks during the summer
Hannah Porter
Every Friday in Wildwood, the city sets off fireworks. It feels like 4th of July every Friday down there.
When it is off season and everything is empty and peaceful.
Cary Porter
Sometimes, this is the best time to go down.
Beach hair is the best hair
Heather Porter
That nap and shower after the beach is the best nap you will ever take
Hannah Porter
This is Brody's favorite spot to nap, too.
Bonfires
Hannah Porter
Ever have a bonfire on the beach? It changes your perspectives of bonfires.
Being on the water is addicting.
Hannah Porter
The boat rides, jet skis, even fishing are all extremely addictive.
Those long walks
Hannah Porter
Your dog will also love this. If you don't have a dog, here is a whole post on why you should probably get a dog. (just add this to the many many reasons)
Bike rides don't seem that long, even when you've been out for hours
Cary Porter
Not to mention, EVERYONE is on a bike.
There is a ton of marine life to admire
Hannah Porter
We are actually able to save these turtles! They cross the street from the lake across from our house, so we have to take them back so they don't get ran over. They ask us to! How cool is that?
You become closer with the people you are with
Hannah Porter
Those late night conversations about life make you closer to each other than you thought was possible. Laying in bed until the afternoon or getting up early to get a good spot at the beach with someone you love is just unlike any other feeling.
The shore becomes home.
