It's the Weekend!!!

Mornin'!  It's 67° in Wildwood NJ.  It's breezy (NE 15-20mph).  And, Ms Sun just broke-on-through!  I slept in a bit today since we turned the air conditioner on last night and since it provided darkness and quiet, I unconsciously enjoyed the early morning cozy surroundings.  The air conditioner is working perfectly so far; so good.  There comes a point where you have to try it out and see if it's needing a tune up. One should never assume you'll be cool and comfortable as the summer heat will eventually take over in the weather department.  This beautiful "still Spring-like" weather isn't sticking around much longer.  We're not fans of having the house closed up with the air conditioner on all summer either as there's no sense of what's going on outside like hearing the seagulls squawking, screams from the amusement rides, "watch the tramcar please" recording and Fox Park's concerts (if the winds are just right) but even more important the aromas of the island...the marsh, the ocean, the island's sand warming, summer barbeque and for the most part happy, laughter from people all around. We're contemplating leaving the ac unit on until after the 4th of July.  This will be my 14th Independence Day down the shore and it is a true test of endurance living here that holiday. We're a sleepy little town of approximately 5,000 pp. for each municipality.  On the 4th of July...that turns to easy 200,000+ and that's without a Tim McGraw beach concert and a Foam 'n Glow EDM Party as well as Philly Pop's 4th of July beach concert with spectacular fireworks!  Crowded doesn't even come close to describing what's up ahead next weekend.  Getting into the grove of the celebration is one thing, but closing yourself in the house in the air conditioning and away from the insanity helps to maintain mindful peace.
On to the weekend weather...it'll be mostly sunny today with temps in the upper 70s/low 80s. It'll be breezy all day (NE 15-20mph).  Tonight...breezes die down a bit (E 9-10mph) and temps in the mid  60s.  Tomorrow...pretty much the same only less breezier and warmer temps!
High tide:12:26p.m.
Low tide:6:07p.m.
Ocean temp:69°
Sunset:8:29p.m.
Rip Currents:Moderate (A moderate risk of rip currents implies that those planning to enter the surf should check with the life guards first.  Be sure to swim within the sight of a life guard. Never swim alone or at night.
UV Index:Very High - 9 : Suncreen's a must and if possible seek shade.  Remember..the white sand and ocean reflect UV and can double sun exposure.  The strongest time of the sun's rays is between 10am-4pm.
And, while I'm now on my second cup of coffee, I thought I'd might as well add My Weekly Beach Etiquette tips:
  ~never leave trash on the beach and even better yet...pick up any you see whether it's yours or not.
  ~don't forgot those cigarette butts...collect and trash them (or just don't smoke and pollute the lovely sea air).
  ~remember to pack those headphones (believe it or not no one wants to hear your music).
  ~kindly give your neighbors space when selecting your beach site.  Careful not to plop down too close or on top of their beach space.
  ~always remind your kids beach etiquette especially not running too close to others and avoid kicking or throwing sand near others.
  ~play ball, frisbee, corn hole, and kite-flying etc on the back side of the beach and not near beach goers (the beach patrol will usually stop you anyway if your in the wrong area.)
  ~ no feeding the seagulls (big no-no). And, eat and snack smartly...under your hooded sand chair, or umbrella as these beach vultures will eye each and every beach goer looking for the right opportune moment to swoop down and pluck your lunch right out of your hand or mouth.  Once they get you then the havoc begins as all the other gulls attack for your scattered food.
  ~shake towels and blankets away from others noting the wind direction.
  ~follow posted warnings and pay attention to lifeguards.
  ~(hubby suggested this one) If you must use your cell phone on the beach...courtesy would be taking the call away from all the surrounding beach goers and head to a quieter area (dune side of the beach).