The ocean is wonderful to visit no matter what time of the year. Sure, the ocean breezes might have a bit of a chill in them, so then just put a coat and hat on. I don’t care when I get to go down to the beach. It’s the beach!  And this weekend we will get plenty of ocean and salt in the air.

Going down anytime after peak season can be a treat for my husband and myself.  We are not big time party people any more at this stage of the game, so who needs the crowd. Laying on the beach in summer isn’t the only thing we enjoy doing when we go down at that time of the year. The thought of having the boardwalk to ourselves and maybe just a few others is very inviting. That’s usually the case in early spring.

Even in March, there are a few places open for business. You still have the local population, and people who own condominiums, who might come down for  quick weekend trips. The big hotels are usually open all year round anyway. It doesn’t hurt our wallet either, with off-season prices still in effect until Memorial Day weekend kicks in. Listening to the waves without kids screaming and people cursing is the ideal situation. As to why this time is good for adults only!

Occasionally, there is a game arcade open, and some stores as well. Many bargains are up for grabs, but we go down to chill, not shop sales. However, you might find us playing in the arcades. We’re really just a couple of big kids. We stick with the pinball machines and skeeball  because going to the casino nearby is not as cost-effective.

I recall several years ago we were down there about this same time of year. It was cold and we had snow squalls come through. How beautiful is watching it snow at the beach? Pretty cool actually. Those ocean breezes were very cold. Probably won’t have that experience this trip, which is fine. Walking the boardwalk is much nicer with warmer winds and lots of sunshine.  Might still be wearing a coat, but a parka shouldn’t be necessary.

This little trip to our happy place is much-needed. It breaks up the monotony of our weekend routine. Everyone makes fun of me for being such a routine kind of person, as if I would be lost without one. Believe it or not even us anal people like to enjoy something different now and then. I look forward to spending some time with my husband, having a few drinks and relishing in the scenery. There is nothing better than watching the waves break and the seagulls diving for food. It’s the ocean with its ocean breezes and I’m claiming it this weekend!