Strathmere is our family's little secret. It is where my parents met, and where my brother, sister and I grew up as kids every summer playing on the beach, fishing in the bay, and enjoying family time. Strathmere is so small that even people in neighboring towns have trouble finding it on a map. Nestled between Sea Isle City and Ocean City NJ, Strathmere is a retreat from the hustle and bustle of the Jersey shore. We LOVE coming back to Strathmere each summer and spending some quality time with family and friends. "SSShhh......Don't tell!" is Strathmere's motto. We hope it never, ever changes!
This past weekend, we had our Santa Barbara friends Dana and Tony visit us in our favorite little beach town. They recently moved to Jersey City, NJ and we have been planning this weekend in Strathmere ever since we heard about their move. We thoroughly enjoyed playing in the waves, relaxing on the beach, floating in the bay, "crickin' " in the marshes on my dad's boat, and sharing many laughs. This weekend was also the annual "Nightmare in Strathmere" - a festive boat parade that brings together all Strathmere residents for a night of creative costumes, delicious food, abundant cocktails, and many laughs. It has been so great being back here and spending time with the Hollingers. Family time is the BEST and we have to soak it in while we can!
Matt with my brother Dave
My mom and I in front of our house in Strathmere
Our friends Dana and Tony at the house
Herb (my dad :) with Matt and Tony on the "Midas Well"
3 comments:
Strathmere sounds heavenly, Laura! How wonderful to have such a special place where the whole family connects. I just checked the webcam for Strathmere and ....duh...it's night time! I forget the hour differences! Thanks for the links as it is very interesting reading. Love the old photos. Thanks too for the photos of the family!
Oh,Oscar and Adam chatted with me at lunch recess. Of course after telling me of their summer fun they informed me that you didn't come back! It was cute and yet sad! You've left a lasting impression on them. No surprise! I told them we'd get on the computer so they can see some of your fun.
laura
Adam and Oscar are still doing very well. I came into Adam's class tday and he still was able to write a good sentence, with reminders. You might not beleive this but Ocsar brought in paper work in the next day! Gabriel has moved but we have a good replacement from La Patera in his place, very active. My notes that helped me email you on the school computers are gone. Please send, if you rememeber the user name and the password for your email address at Kellogg. Thanks, Lynn
looks like tons-o-fun! i haven't been to the jersey shore since i was a kid. p.s. - we miss you at kellogg!
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