Yes, I Care

As expected, I ruffled some feathers with my comments. Good. That's what we're here for. But don't get personal about it. 


"Lojo" wrote:
u seem to be mad that someone actually enjoyed the beach "virtually free"! you even go so far as to say that because they didn't spend a lot of money on jekyll that "this one's kind of a non-starter". maybe you aren't an asshole - but you sure sound like one with that attitude.

My response: First, I'm sorry you feel it necessary to stoop to name-calling. I'm not mad that someone enjoyed the beach for little or no cost. More power to them; they are blessed in their ability to do so. It does point to some serious issues that are not being addressed by the state, however. More on that later.

Lojo: "If you want a room on the beach - and if your mommy will pay for it -I suggest you go to any one of the many other beaches in the nation that feature beachside accomodations. This is a state park, and there is no need to try to turn this park into an economic engine."

My response: Ah, more personal jabs. I don't make $150,000 a year -- not even close. I am blessed to have a very generous mother-in-law who occasionally invites her family to join her in her travels. It has allowed us to see and do many things we might not otherwise. Not that I should have to explain that ... You're right about it being a state park. My understanding -- AND I ADMIT THAT I AM NOT AN EXPERT -- is that the Jekyll Island Authority, which operates Jekyll Island is expected to be self-supporting financially. Thus, they are mandated to some degree to be an "economic engine."

Lojo: Part of the mandate is that Jekyll be preserved for the "common people of Georgia". But why would you care about them? Let's keep the poor people away from your desired luxury accomodations. We don't want anyone making less than $150,000 obstructing your view of the Ritz Carlton.

My response: First, who are the 'common people' of Georgia? Second, I don't recall saying that I desire 'luxury' accommodations. I've never stayed at a Ritz-Carlton, nor do I have any burning desire to do so. I'd rather hang out with real people who aren't out to impress everyone with their wealth, titles, etc. I do care about Jekyll Island and what happens to it, a hell of a lot in fact. But if there is to be a serious dialogue about this we need to objectively examine ALL the issues without resorting to personal attacks.

-- Jekyll Boy