Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Monday, July 21st. You'll be interested
to know, 56 years ago today, in 1969, astronaut
Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk
on the moon. As he stepped onto the lunar surface,
he declared, that's one small step for man. One
giant leap for mankind. This monumental achievement,
part of the Apollo 11 mission, symbolized humanity's
boundless curiosity and determination to explore
beyond our planet. So now you know. And now,
it's time for the Surf Report. Monday in Encinitas
and North County. It's looking clean this morning
with knee -to -thigh high sets rolling in. Waves
hold around 2 plus feet throughout the morning,
providing nice conditions. However, expect the
winds to remain onshore at 4 mile per hour, keeping
things semi -glassy but a bit bumpy as the day
progresses. Best time to ride is at 6 a .m. with
a 2 -foot incoming mid -tide when the south -southwest
swell. is 1 .5 feet at 12 seconds, and the onshore
wind is 4 mile per hour. The first high tide
Monday will be 3 .5 foot just after 8 .30 a .m.,
with a 2 .5 foot low tide at 12 .30. The nearshore
buoy at Beacons reads 70 degrees for the water
temperature. Tuesday through Thursday features
small, consistent waves around 2 to 4 feet. Tuesday
starts with clean conditions, ideal for beginners,
shifting to fair in the afternoon. Wednesday
sees clean conditions early but turns choppy
later. Thursday begins with clean waves, transitioning
to choppy by midday. Overall, expect mellow surf
with manageable conditions, especially in the
mornings. This morning, it's cloudy and it feels
like 68 degrees with 8 mile per hour wind. The
sunset will take place at 7 .57 and it will rise
again tomorrow at 5 .56. It looks like we're
in for a mostly cloudy day with temperatures
reaching around 68 and a light southwest breeze.
Tonight. Expect continued mostly cloudy skies.
with a low of 64 and calm winds. Looking ahead
in the weather. Expect partly sunny skies Tuesday
with a high near 68 and light west winds. Nights
will be mostly cloudy with lows around 65. Wednesday
and Thursday will be similar with highs near
69. Friday remains partly sunny with mostly cloudy
nights and lows around 65. Bonjour, food enthusiasts.
This podcast is brought to you by Versailles
Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. Nestled on El
Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard,
this cafe is a haven for culinary delights. Indulge
in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten
-free crepes. You can grab a panini for lunch
or just breeze on through to get your morning
coffee. They are open every day from 8 to 5.
So stop on by and don't forget to tell them.
Sunny Morning sent you. In local news, In -N
-Out Burger, a beloved California institution,
is facing a significant transition. Billionaire
CEO Lindsey Snyder, raised in Northern California,
plans to relocate to Franklin, Tennessee. During
her appearance on a podcast, she expressed gratitude
for her California roots, but noted, Raising
a family is not easy here. Doing business is
not easy here. While the majority of In -N -Out
locations will remain in California, the company
plans to open offices and restaurants in Tennessee
by 2026. Snyder also confirmed that expansions
to the East Coast are unlikely. despite interest
from states like Florida. Now on to sports. The
2025 Open Championship has crowned Scottie Scheffler
as its champion, marking his fourth major victory
and third leg of the career Grand Slam. With
a decisive four -stroke win at Royal Portrush,
Scheffler's impressive performance included over
eight strokes gained putting. at an outstanding
79 % success rate on putts from 5 to 10 feet.
At just 29 years old, he joins the ranks of legends
like Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus. As he heads
toward the U .S. Open next summer, which coincides
with his 30th birthday, he is poised to complete
the Grand Slam in local sports. Yesterday afternoon
in Washington, the Padres beat the Nationals
8 -1. Xander Bogarts ignited the game with a
grand slam in the first inning, while Elias Diaz
added a homer of his own. Nick Pivetta earned
the win, allowing just one run over six innings.
The Friars tallied 13 hits against Washington's
six, with Cronenworth and Machado also contributing
to the scoreline. San Diego now boasts... 54
wins and 45 losses. This afternoon, the Friars
take on the Marlins in Miami for game one of
a three -game series. Yuri Perez, boasting a
3 .18 earned run average, faces an undecided
Friars pitcher. First pitch is at 340 under partly
cloudy skies and 89 degrees. In top news. A significant
new study published in the Proceedings of the
National Academy of Sciences suggests that going
to bed early may have substantial benefits for
adults. Researchers analyzed the sleep and exercise
habits of nearly 20 ,000 adults, collecting data
over 5 million nights. Those who went to bed
by 9 p .m. engaged in about 30 more minutes of
physical activity the next day compared to those
who went to bed at 1 a .m. Lead author Dr. Josh
Leota emphasizes that health campaigns should
promote earlier bedtimes to encourage more active
lifestyles, ultimately supporting better individual
and community health outcomes. In business news,
in a crowded market, Vacation, a personal care
startup born during the pandemic, is redefining
sunscreen by making it fun again. With a whimsical
design that combines elements of Club Med and
Margaritaville, their products include an SPF
30 mousse in a whipped cream canister and a detachable
bracelet jug. Since its launch in 2021, Vacation
has generated $40 million in revenue, with projections
to double by 2025. Recently, the brand expanded
its presence in stores like CVS and Costco. capturing
1 .1 % of US sunscreen sales. The founders aim
to maintain their playful brand personality as
they grow. In crypto movement, Bitcoin is down
3 % over the weekend to about $117 ,000. Ethereum
is up 3 % to just over $3 ,700. And XRP is down
half a percent. to three dollars and 47 cents
moving on to a more local vibe in our community
spotlight on health and wellness we are working
with a national pilates studio to bring you some
free classes so listen up check out club pilates
with several locations in the san diego area
pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach
cultivating strength Reducing tension and elevating
mental well -being. Scientific research affirms
its benefits. So now you can check out Club Pilates
for a free class with locations in Encinitas,
Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more.
Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent
you by. And now, back to the show. Let's talk
science. Chronic venous insufficiency affects
an estimated 40 % of Americans, often going unnoticed.
This condition occurs when valves in leg veins
weaken, allowing blood to pool. Warning signs
include swelling, aching calves, and bulging
veins, which may be mistaken for everyday discomforts.
Women over 50, pregnant individuals, and those
with a sedentary lifestyle are particularly at
risk. Early diagnosis is crucial as untreated
symptoms can lead to serious complications. Fortunately,
treatments like compression stockings, lifestyle
changes, and various medical interventions can
effectively manage this condition, improving
quality of life for many. Best -selling author
Taylor Jenkins Reid, known for Daisy Jones and
the Six, has released her latest novel, Atmosphere,
which explores a woman's journey in NASA's space
shuttle program during the 1980s. Reid emphasizes
the extensive research required, particularly
thanks to insights from Paul Dye, a retired flight
director at NASA. She shares her morning routine,
which includes getting her daughter ready and
dressing in stylish yet comfortable attire. Reed
finds writing therapeutic, often guided by her
emotional connection to her characters. She also
enjoys relaxing in a hammock surrounded by fruit
trees, finding it restorative in her busy life.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote
of the day. And today, our... quote comes from
the American inventor and aviation pioneer, Amelia
Earhart. And she said, the most difficult thing
is the decision to act. The rest is merely tenacity.
And that's a wrap for this morning. You can check
out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for some
captivating aerial videos with local news and
the surf reports. Have an amazing day, my good
friends. We'll see you tomorrow with another
episode of Sunny Mornings in Encinitas.