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Tourist season with swarms of THEM...22 total reviews
Comment from T B Botts
Hello Dennis,
I'm sending a six your way 'cause you accurately described the madness that tourism brings. When I moved to Hoonah back in 1976, we didn't have a paved street, and only about four cars that ran. It was a run down little fishing village. Of course when they paved the roads and started cleaning up the town a little, it was appreciated, but then the cruise lines started showing an interest. Now they act like they own the place and the folks who live there are their employees. They're dumping some 2,000 people a day off in a town of 850. The tourists clog the sidewalks, they walk in the streets, block the parking lot of the only store in town, stop the busses to take pictures of eagles, get in the way of anyone trying to work on their boats and in general are a big pain in the butt. I don't think its right for big corporations to come in to a place and take it over, take the money, and leave the residents with the mess to deal with. Frankly, I hate tourism. I just wish everyone would stay home. There doesn't seem to be anywhere that people don't flock to now. Maybe an Iowa corn field is exempt, but for how much longer? Ah well. Good post buddy.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2022
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Hello Dennis,
I'm sending a six your way 'cause you accurately described the madness that tourism brings. When I moved to Hoonah back in 1976, we didn't have a paved street, and only about four cars that ran. It was a run down little fishing village. Of course when they paved the roads and started cleaning up the town a little, it was appreciated, but then the cruise lines started showing an interest. Now they act like they own the place and the folks who live there are their employees. They're dumping some 2,000 people a day off in a town of 850. The tourists clog the sidewalks, they walk in the streets, block the parking lot of the only store in town, stop the busses to take pictures of eagles, get in the way of anyone trying to work on their boats and in general are a big pain in the butt. I don't think its right for big corporations to come in to a place and take it over, take the money, and leave the residents with the mess to deal with. Frankly, I hate tourism. I just wish everyone would stay home. There doesn't seem to be anywhere that people don't flock to now. Maybe an Iowa corn field is exempt, but for how much longer? Ah well. Good post buddy.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
Comment Written 22-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2022
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Thank you Tom. It may sound a little more rancorous than intended, although it does have its stressful moments. I'm regretting that, as I was aiming at a more balanced view laced with humor. Thanks for reviewing, Dennis
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Hey Dennis, it was funny one way or another, I think I was just venting my own frustrations. I know that tourism provides jobs, but it also takes the soul of a town in my opinion.
Blessings
Tom
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Thanks, Tom. What state do you live in?
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Hey Dennis, I've been living in Alaska since 1976. I grew up in Ohio, spent six months at Great Lakes Illinois going to boot camp and Radarman "A" school and then down to Key West for about a year and half. When the ship I was on was scrapped, I was shipped to Charleston S C until I got out of the navy and moved to Alaska. Long answer for a simple question, but I'm a long winded fellow.
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No apology needed, I enjoyed reading it. I asked because you mentioned how small the town is and I wonder what the attraction is which causes the seasonal influx of tourists. I?m guessing now it might have something to do with salmon?
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Hi Dennis, salmon is part of the attraction, but Alaska, and Southeast in particular where the mountains come right down to the sea, and the Tongass National forest is located is enough reason for anyone to want to visit. We also have an (over) abundance of Humpback whales, plus sealions, sea otters, Killer whales, Coastal brown bears and other wildlife. I can understand why people want to visit, I just wish they wouldn't come in such numbers. The very thing they are trying to escape, they bring with them- the crowds, the traffic, the blatant commercialism. It's overwhelming. Then people complain that there is no Mc Donald's. If they want all the modern pleasures they should stay home.
Comment from Aussie
I don't know your Cape Cod or other places mentioned in your poem but I can relate to the influx of tourists trampling all over our history. "Buy something or leave!" Some tourists think they own the place. Well done poet. Cheers from Oz.
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2022
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I don't know your Cape Cod or other places mentioned in your poem but I can relate to the influx of tourists trampling all over our history. "Buy something or leave!" Some tourists think they own the place. Well done poet. Cheers from Oz.
Comment Written 22-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2022
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Thank you, it may sound a little more rancorous than intended. I'm regretting that as I was aiming at a more balanced view laced with humor. Thanks for reviewing, Dennis
Comment from l.raven
Hi Dennis, it's going to be rough everywhere
for awhile my sweet friend...but we are all in God's
master plan...and I trust Him...
I love your poem sweet guy...and this picture will be a changing...very well written...love Linda xxoo
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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Hi Dennis, it's going to be rough everywhere
for awhile my sweet friend...but we are all in God's
master plan...and I trust Him...
I love your poem sweet guy...and this picture will be a changing...very well written...love Linda xxoo
Comment Written 22-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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Thanks sweet lady! Much appreciated as always! God bless you, Dennis
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your always soooo welcome sweet guy....always...and God Bless you too...
love xxoo
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smiling big...love xxoo 🙏💓🙏🙂🌼
Comment from Michele Harber
I have to, at least, thank you for your honesty - and the warning, should I ever decide to visit Cape Cod. I do understand what you're saying about commerce and condos destroying what should be left as quaint and beautiful. That's one of the reasons I often vacation in Ocean City, NJ, a town with beautiful, quaint homes, and only a few buildings that can even be considered low-rise hotels, rather than simple motels.
Your poem is well written, very direct, and subtly humorous, and I enjoyed your comparisons of how things were in the past to how they are now. I really liked your pairing of "demarcation" and "vacation."
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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I have to, at least, thank you for your honesty - and the warning, should I ever decide to visit Cape Cod. I do understand what you're saying about commerce and condos destroying what should be left as quaint and beautiful. That's one of the reasons I often vacation in Ocean City, NJ, a town with beautiful, quaint homes, and only a few buildings that can even be considered low-rise hotels, rather than simple motels.
Your poem is well written, very direct, and subtly humorous, and I enjoyed your comparisons of how things were in the past to how they are now. I really liked your pairing of "demarcation" and "vacation."
Comment Written 22-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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Hey, I liked that line best too! I live on the upper Cape and I think you might see more of the quaintness on the lower Cape. Thanks for reviewing!
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My pleasure - and thanks for guiding me to the lower Cape! I'd much rather see quaint homes than condos.
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My pleasure - and thanks for guiding me to the lower Cape! I'd much rather see quaint homes than condos.
Comment from joann r romei
Yes thats exactly what i did when i visited, we did enjoy our weekend trip last summer, the seafood was great and we loved the cape cod style homes.No errors noted.
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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Yes thats exactly what i did when i visited, we did enjoy our weekend trip last summer, the seafood was great and we loved the cape cod style homes.No errors noted.
Comment Written 22-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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Did you visit the upper or lower Cape? You are always welcome back! 😃 And it has nothing to do with your pocketbook, honest. But do bring it, as you may need it for ballast SS it gets windy here. 🤣
Comment from Wayne Fowler
It rhymes and tells a good story. I didn't understand the 'Joe' line at the end. Joe Biden? How is that when the majority of New England ... anyway. I didn't get it.
I do understand the sentiment. I visit historic areas where the locals are proud of their modern development making them look like everywhere else. Transplants are probably the biggest problem for country living lovers.
I saw a bumper sticker in Colorado a few years back: You got high, now go home.
Some of us here in Arkansas wish Texans and Yankees would just send their money and stay home.
Best wishes.
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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It rhymes and tells a good story. I didn't understand the 'Joe' line at the end. Joe Biden? How is that when the majority of New England ... anyway. I didn't get it.
I do understand the sentiment. I visit historic areas where the locals are proud of their modern development making them look like everywhere else. Transplants are probably the biggest problem for country living lovers.
I saw a bumper sticker in Colorado a few years back: You got high, now go home.
Some of us here in Arkansas wish Texans and Yankees would just send their money and stay home.
Best wishes.
Comment Written 22-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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We?re not all Democrats or Rinos up here. Frankly, you are the second to question whether it was a reference to Joe Biden and I am honestly surprised there was any question. 😃 Thanks for reviewing!
Comment from Tom Horonzy
An expensive place to live. We visited in September for a few days in a cottage with 2BR, a bath and a kitchen molded with the living space. Maybe 600 sf. Sold by my friend for $650k. Bought three yrs ago for $450k. And it's a block away from the bay.
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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An expensive place to live. We visited in September for a few days in a cottage with 2BR, a bath and a kitchen molded with the living space. Maybe 600 sf. Sold by my friend for $650k. Bought three yrs ago for $450k. And it's a block away from the bay.
Comment Written 22-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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That?s called water front property around here! 😃 I know a young couple who have saved up $100,000 and it?s not enough for a down payment! As soon as they think they have a deal, someone else comes along and offers more cash. No deal, again. Thanks for reviewing.
Comment from Janice Canerdy
This well-written, vividly descriptive satirical poem is excellent and REALLY expressive. What you have described is also true for the coasts of Mississippi and Louisiana--Texas too, I think.
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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This well-written, vividly descriptive satirical poem is excellent and REALLY expressive. What you have described is also true for the coasts of Mississippi and Louisiana--Texas too, I think.
Comment Written 22-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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No doubt! Waterfront is popular which is funny in a way. Old timers didn?t want to be near the water so built inland. Waterfront was cheap until summer people started buying it up. Thanks for reviewing !
Comment from lancellot
Very well crafted rhyming couplets. My favorite form poetry. I like the story. I think the same thing happens to towns in Florida during Spring Break.
What does the last line mean?
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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Very well crafted rhyming couplets. My favorite form poetry. I like the story. I think the same thing happens to towns in Florida during Spring Break.
What does the last line mean?
Comment Written 22-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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I find it difficult to believe you don?t know, but just in case you have been out of the main stream for a bit, some of us blame Joe Biden for the rampant inflation we are experiencing. Thanks for reviewing!
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
Cape Cod is a geographic region extending into the Atlantic Ocean. Its historic, maritime character and ample beaches attract heavy tourism during the summer months. Sounds like a busy place to live and visit.
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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Cape Cod is a geographic region extending into the Atlantic Ocean. Its historic, maritime character and ample beaches attract heavy tourism during the summer months. Sounds like a busy place to live and visit.
Comment Written 22-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2022
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Nice commentary on Cape Cod! Any thoughts re my poem?
