Beach Tunes Tuesday: “All I Want for Christmas Is a Real Good Tan” (2003)

Kenny Chesney’s island-country classic is a beach lover’s Christmas wish list – warm, simple, sun-soaked, and a reminder that the perfect holiday is the one that actually fits you.

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Thurston Howell III Thursday: A Gilligan’s Island Christmas (Season 1; Episode 12)

The Gilligan’s Island Christmas episode reminds us that even when rescue doesn’t come, gratitude still can. A holiday reflection on hope, disappointment, and appreciating what we already have.

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Silly Saturday: The 12 Days of Christmas – Beach Edition

Celebrate the holidays with a beach twist! For each of the 12 Days of Christmas, we’ve got a new, fun beach challenge for you. Grab your friends, family, or even go solo – complete each challenge and share your photos!

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Flotsam Friday: Ten Years After Paris – What Does the Shore Think?

A decade after the Paris Agreement, the Shore has her own opinion about how we’re doing – and beach lovers might be the ones who need to lead the way. A reflective Flotsam Friday on love, climate, and our responsibility to the coast.

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Sonnet Sunday: Snow on the Beach

A sonnet that captures the serene beauty of snow on the beach, with two sets of footprints marking a peaceful, intimate moment.

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Flotsam Friday: The First Beach I Ever Met

From a cold, rocky Alaskan shoreline in a winter coat to the sun-soaked chaos of Myrtle Beach, this Flotsam Friday traces the surprising contrast between my first two beaches – and invites you to share the story of yours.

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Sonnet Sunday: Advent for the Shore

A sonnet that blends the anticipation of Advent with the longing for beach season, capturing the essence of waiting for both the holiday and the shore.

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Silly Saturday: Thanksgiving on the Beach – MADLIB EDITION🦃

A Thanksgiving-themed beach Madlib to kick off your holiday weekend with laughter! Fill in the blanks, read it aloud, and share your funniest creations. Perfect for family gatherings, beach lovers, and anyone who needs a playful break after yesterday’s feast.

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