Each summer, when our family gathers in Bethany
Beach, Delaware, we set aside a day for the design and
construction of a ballroll. It's a tradition we've held for
over 15 years. Each year we try to outdo ourselves, either
in complexity or scale. |
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We start early in the morning, shoveling
sand into a pile and carrying water from the ocean to wet
it down. |
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Once we have a decent pile of sand built up, we need to pat
it down and refining the shape. |
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Then we work on the various tracks and build in some stunts
and details. |
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Sometimes catastrope strikes! |
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That's why we have the strictest
Quality Control Specialists on hand!
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Then
it's time for a few finishing touches... |
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before standing back to admire a job
well done... |
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and
taking a well earned rest! |
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To
see the fruits of out labor, please
browse through the list of Ballrolls to your left. |
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