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Originally Posted by Coastal Laker
Having spent the first 21 years of my life living at the Jersey Shore (Toms River) before moving to NH a number of years ago, I can tell you that the difference is night and day. ...
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I couldn't agree more. My comment was made with my tongue squarely inserted in my cheek. That being said, the traffic, the new homes, the escalating price of real estate, and the banner-towing plane all screamed, "Ocean City North" -- a surreal experience.
As the thread title said, just a random observation from someone who's been been watching both areas his entire life (the Lakes Region more closely) -- a mere fraction of a nanosecond in geologic time.
Yeah...progress. Depends on the definition, I suppose. Some people like it...and some people also like pan-fried liver.
And, if I may digress, I heard one comment regarding the speed limit issue over the weekend that made me think about priorities. In short: The heck with the speed limit, let's first enforce the 150' rule and no-wake zones!
Just my $.02. Others' mileage will certainly vary.