Ocean Grove Beach

Posted on August 18, 2009

Beach Action Shots.

When we participated in the kazoo band on the 4th of July, they gave Ellen some free passes for the Ocean Grove Beach (we would have gotten some as well, but we forgot to pick them up.)  So, off we went, with Ellen and her crew, to Ocean Grove Beach.

I really liked this beach, it was much cleaner than both Avon and Manasquan.  I am not sure why, but it was practically empty today, so we didn’t have to deal with a lot of beach traffic.   And we were able to find a location that was relatively close to the bathrooms (good for our newly potty trained munchkins.  Okay, Seth has been potty trained for awhile now.)

The only complaint the kids had was the waves were very mellow.  Of course, us Mommy’s were just fine with that!  There was only one mishap when Chloe and I were out in the ocean.  I misjudged the strength of a wave and it knocked me over while I was holding Chloe.  In my attempt to keep Chloe’s head above water, and try to get myself back to a standing position, I wrenched my shoulder and inhaled some sea water.  (I can actually still taste it in my mouth, I should go brush my teeth!)  Luckily, Chloe thought it was funny and it didn’t scare her at all.

She is getting a little too brave for my comfort, though.  Granted, the ocean was extremely calm today, but she wanted to go off by herself (The big kids were doing it!) and was upset that I told her I needed to keep ahold of her.  I guess in some ways I am glad she is challenging herself more.  But, that’s my baby, there is no way in HELL I am letting her go in the ocean.  Sorry, not gonna do it!