"A sense of place is the sixth sense, an internal compass and map made by memory and spatial perception together.” —Rebecca Solnit
For our Place-Based Education Class, we had to write about a place that we used to live and that we had a connection with and submit it to Orion Magazine. Besides Delaware, I have had a strong connection with Asbury Park, New Jersey, and can say that mostly every weekend, I did live there.Being introduced to this town through Nate, at first, was very unsure of this town; because at times, that city is a little scary and out there. But, over the past four years, AP also has its own uniqueness and personality that has made me warm up to it. Not to mention all of the people that I have met in that town, that have become like a second family to me. So, I chose to write a small little blurb about good 'ol Asbury Park, New Jersey. Enjoy.
You can also view the passage on Orion Magazine's website on the The Place Where You Live webpage. TheChristyBel - The Place Where You Live - Asbury Park, NJ
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| My Personal Sketch of Some of My Favorite Places Along the Asbury Park Boardwalk. |
Asbury Park, New Jersey: not like all the other Jersey Shore towns.
Sure, there are great dance parties and great beach access, but there
is much more that A.P. has to offer. This tight-knit beach community
was full of art, music, and soul.
I would travel up to Asbury Park, New Jersey every weekend from Delaware to visit friends that lived there. There was always a bunch of things going at any given time; we had everything you could think of at our fingertips: from places to hang out, access to nature hikes, and lots of musical and artistic talent to spice up your day. America’s Cup was one of our favorite places to spend a mellow, relaxing morning with a great cup of coffee. We would be greeted with a smile from the owner, who knew our orders without asking. I loved sitting and sketching at a window table while talking with the friends and locals. Then at night, depending on what was going on, you could usually find me at shows where my friends would be playing music, at art shows or galleries, or hanging out at one of our favorite bars.
The best memories I had being in Asbury Park were going to a show full of talented, local musicians at the Saint until the late hours of the night, and then indulging in the best Korean tacos you ever tasted at Mogo Taco.
The art and music was my absolute favorite part about A.P. As an artist, I loved how everywhere you went, you could find someone’s personal, creative touch painted on sides of buildings, or could be heard as you walked along the boardwalk or the bars. The local creativity and artistic talent that Asbury Park holds is beyond outstanding and it helps you embrace your inner artist as well. Also, the community is extremely supportive of each other. No wonder I spent every weekend in this town, great people, great music and art; it was a home away from home.
Feeling Nostalgic...So Much Time Having to Think of Home.
Missing Home,
TheChristyBe
I would travel up to Asbury Park, New Jersey every weekend from Delaware to visit friends that lived there. There was always a bunch of things going at any given time; we had everything you could think of at our fingertips: from places to hang out, access to nature hikes, and lots of musical and artistic talent to spice up your day. America’s Cup was one of our favorite places to spend a mellow, relaxing morning with a great cup of coffee. We would be greeted with a smile from the owner, who knew our orders without asking. I loved sitting and sketching at a window table while talking with the friends and locals. Then at night, depending on what was going on, you could usually find me at shows where my friends would be playing music, at art shows or galleries, or hanging out at one of our favorite bars.
The best memories I had being in Asbury Park were going to a show full of talented, local musicians at the Saint until the late hours of the night, and then indulging in the best Korean tacos you ever tasted at Mogo Taco.
The art and music was my absolute favorite part about A.P. As an artist, I loved how everywhere you went, you could find someone’s personal, creative touch painted on sides of buildings, or could be heard as you walked along the boardwalk or the bars. The local creativity and artistic talent that Asbury Park holds is beyond outstanding and it helps you embrace your inner artist as well. Also, the community is extremely supportive of each other. No wonder I spent every weekend in this town, great people, great music and art; it was a home away from home.
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| Nothing Like an Asbury Park Sunrise to Start Off Your Day |
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| Asbury Park Boardwalk |
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| Convention Hall |
Missing Home,
TheChristyBe
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