I'm sick of the same old topics, so I'm posting a new one. The theme is New Jersey..

TheU2 · 02-21-2002, 11:52 PM

Post your thoughts!

CK

A|catura · 02-22-2002, 12:01 AM

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The Wanderer · 02-22-2002, 02:03 AM

those are some good thoughts

zoomerang II · 02-22-2002, 05:24 AM

even New Jersey loves New York

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zonelistener · 02-22-2002, 08:27 AM

Where do I begin?

I spent 17 formative years in NJ, about eight miles outside of New York City. It is best to reflect on NJ by leaving.

I have grown to dislike NJ more and more every year, but at the same time, I still have a place in my heart for the state.

Beefs: It is soooo close to the cultural and financial capital of the world - yet, so many people don't take advantage of it.

I have three step sisters who still live in the area. Like many people in Norhtern NJ, they rarely get over to the city. They are almost afraid of it. I came home for a Christms vacation and had to take their children over to the city ot osee the tree and other holiday sights because I knew the city better than they do - and I live 1000 miles away.

NJ (Norhtern) people have this tough NY bravada, yet they won't go near NY. Now, I know this is not everyone, so don't flame me. It's my opinion. I really don't like the attitude I see in NJ. One-upmanship should not be a way of life. RELAX. Enjoy life a bit. Be kind to someone some day - you be suprised how good that will make you feel, maybe better than how it feels to cut someone in line or throw an insult at someone. More later, probably.

CK, you have touched a nerve here.

martha · 02-22-2002, 08:45 AM

I took a bus through New Jersey once.

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Spiral_Staircase · 02-22-2002, 08:51 AM

Bon Jovi's monstrous follow-up to 1986's Slippery When Wet.

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sharky · 02-22-2002, 09:37 AM

why do you torture me like this? After Sept. 11, our offices were temporarily moved to Princeton, NJ-- two hours away from my apt. in Brooklyn. And I am quite negative about it. But for Lent, I'm trying really hard not to complain about NJ. So the day after Easter I'm reviving this thread. I can't believe this thread was created at a time when I'm trying to be on my best behavior.

Screaming Flower · 02-22-2002, 09:38 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by sharky:
But for Lent, I'm trying really hard not to complain about NJ.

that is the most hilarious lenten sacrifice ever.

tiny dancer · 02-22-2002, 09:42 AM

Growing up I used to spend all my summers at the New Jersey shores. Always on Long Beach Island!

ABEL · 02-22-2002, 10:25 AM

My mom is from New Jersey. I have many fond childhood memories of going to New Jersey (we live in Texas) to visit my grandfather.

Hailey · 02-22-2002, 10:45 AM

oh New Jersey

there is so much I could say but all I will actually say is that for all my complaining, and for all the downsides to living in my dear NJ, this place is home, always will be, and I love it.

oh yeah, and the Devils suck

Wanderer, I liked your sig a few days ago. you move or something?

CK, do you live here?

*is contemplating moving

wannabe · 02-22-2002, 12:31 PM

I read this on a shirt once: "New Jersey - where the weak are killed and eaten."

I love New Jersey. My family nuclear and extended have quite a tradition there. Every summer we take a week or two in Ocean City, since before I was born. I could talk forever about how great Ocean City is. Ocean City is my home away from home. Never been to the Maryland OC, but I know the NJ one rules!

zonelistener · 02-22-2002, 12:52 PM

I have heard of people from all over the country who have summered in Ocean City. I liked Ocean City the few times I got there (as well as the one in Maryland).

But, you don't get to see the Seedy (Spelling) side of NJ in Ocean City. Now, if you were to vaction in Seaside Heights (read: Sleaside Heights) where all the NJ people vacation, that would be a dif. story. I don't think people would come back.

Sorry, I just have a horrible dislike for NJ.

**KhanadaRhodes** · 02-22-2002, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by zonelistener:
I liked Ocean City the few times I got there (as well as the one in Maryland).

i'm going to the one in maryland this summer.

never been to jersey though

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LarryMullen's POPAngel · 02-22-2002, 01:04 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by wannabe:
I read this on a shirt once: "New Jersey - where the weak are killed and eaten."

Are you sure that wasn't Detroit? (hehe)

Never been to NJ personally, but I'd like to go at least once, just to say I've been there.

TheU2 · 02-22-2002, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by zonelistener:

But, you don't get to see the Seedy (Spelling) side of NJ in Ocean City. Now, if you were to vaction in Seaside Heights (read: Sleaside Heights) where all the NJ people vacation, that would be a dif. story. I don't think people would come back.

NJers don't vacation in Seaside. All those people you see there are the gumbas from Staten Island and brooklyn.

CK...an Irish kid in a sea of Italians

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The Wanderer · 02-22-2002, 11:31 PM

I just wanted to clarify that while I no longer live in NJ, I grew up there and I like NJ, I may eventually move back to NJ

sharky, what's wrong with Princeton? are you turned off by the reality that it's clean and has no crime? you really have to hate those things I guess... ?

zooropamanda · 02-23-2002, 01:01 AM

the best friend i ever had is from New Jersey

sulawesigirl4 · 02-23-2002, 02:28 AM

New Jersey...one of the few states East of the Mississippi River that I HAVEN'T visited. So far, nothing I've read is inducing me to change that fact.

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02-22-2002, 02:03 AM	#3
The Wanderer Kid A Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Holy Roman Empire Posts: 5,271 Local Time: 10:32 PM	those are some good thoughts

02-22-2002, 05:24 AM	#4
zoomerang II War Child Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: melbourne, terra australis Posts: 657 Local Time: 02:32 PM	even New Jersey loves New York ------------------ In the stillness of the evening When the sun has had its day I heard your voice whispering...

02-22-2002, 08:27 AM	#5
zonelistener ONE love, blood, life Join Date: May 2001 Location: six convenient metro locations Posts: 14,747 Local Time: 10:32 PM	Where do I begin? I spent 17 formative years in NJ, about eight miles outside of New York City. It is best to reflect on NJ by leaving. I have grown to dislike NJ more and more every year, but at the same time, I still have a place in my heart for the state. Beefs: It is soooo close to the cultural and financial capital of the world - yet, so many people don't take advantage of it. I have three step sisters who still live in the area. Like many people in Norhtern NJ, they rarely get over to the city. They are almost afraid of it. I came home for a Christms vacation and had to take their children over to the city ot osee the tree and other holiday sights because I knew the city better than they do - and I live 1000 miles away. NJ (Norhtern) people have this tough NY bravada, yet they won't go near NY. Now, I know this is not everyone, so don't flame me. It's my opinion. I really don't like the attitude I see in NJ. One-upmanship should not be a way of life. RELAX. Enjoy life a bit. Be kind to someone some day - you be suprised how good that will make you feel, maybe better than how it feels to cut someone in line or throw an insult at someone. More later, probably. CK, you have touched a nerve here.

02-22-2002, 08:45 AM	#6
martha Blue Crack Supplier Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Orange County and all over the goddamn place Posts: 42,555 Local Time: 08:32 PM	I took a bus through New Jersey once. ------------------ She's a little lightheaded, so check on her in a few minutes -- my podiatrist, about me (again), 2-11-02

02-22-2002, 08:51 AM	#7
Spiral_Staircase War Child Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN, USA Posts: 684 Local Time: 09:32 PM	Bon Jovi's monstrous follow-up to 1986's Slippery When Wet. ------------------ Real Saturday Morning Conversation (a play in one act.) Spiral: (to wife) What are you watching? Spiral's Wife: Digimon. THE END

02-22-2002, 09:37 AM	#8
sharky New Yorker Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 2,637 Local Time: 11:32 PM	why do you torture me like this? After Sept. 11, our offices were temporarily moved to Princeton, NJ-- two hours away from my apt. in Brooklyn. And I am quite negative about it. But for Lent, I'm trying really hard not to complain about NJ. So the day after Easter I'm reviving this thread. I can't believe this thread was created at a time when I'm trying to be on my best behavior.

02-22-2002, 09:42 AM	#10
tiny dancer Blue Crack Distributor Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: small town Pennsylvania, USA Posts: 96,451 Local Time: 03:32 AM	Growing up I used to spend all my summers at the New Jersey shores. Always on Long Beach Island!

02-22-2002, 10:25 AM	#11
ABEL An Angel In Devil's Shoes Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Netherlands Posts: 18,844 Local Time: 09:32 PM	My mom is from New Jersey. I have many fond childhood memories of going to New Jersey (we live in Texas) to visit my grandfather.

02-22-2002, 10:45 AM	#12
Hailey Babyface Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 11 Local Time: 03:32 AM	oh New Jersey there is so much I could say but all I will actually say is that for all my complaining, and for all the downsides to living in my dear NJ, this place is home, always will be, and I love it. oh yeah, and the Devils suck Wanderer, I liked your sig a few days ago. you move or something? CK, do you live here? *is contemplating moving

02-22-2002, 12:31 PM	#13
wannabe War Child Join Date: May 2001 Location: Athens, Ohio Posts: 734 Local Time: 07:32 PM	I read this on a shirt once: "New Jersey - where the weak are killed and eaten." I love New Jersey. My family nuclear and extended have quite a tradition there. Every summer we take a week or two in Ocean City, since before I was born. I could talk forever about how great Ocean City is. Ocean City is my home away from home. Never been to the Maryland OC, but I know the NJ one rules!

02-22-2002, 12:52 PM	#14
zonelistener ONE love, blood, life Join Date: May 2001 Location: six convenient metro locations Posts: 14,747 Local Time: 10:32 PM	I have heard of people from all over the country who have summered in Ocean City. I liked Ocean City the few times I got there (as well as the one in Maryland). But, you don't get to see the Seedy (Spelling) side of NJ in Ocean City. Now, if you were to vaction in Seaside Heights (read: Sleaside Heights) where all the NJ people vacation, that would be a dif. story. I don't think people would come back. Sorry, I just have a horrible dislike for NJ.

02-22-2002, 11:31 PM	#18
The Wanderer Kid A Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Holy Roman Empire Posts: 5,271 Local Time: 10:32 PM	I just wanted to clarify that while I no longer live in NJ, I grew up there and I like NJ, I may eventually move back to NJ sharky, what's wrong with Princeton? are you turned off by the reality that it's clean and has no crime? you really have to hate those things I guess... ?

02-23-2002, 01:01 AM	#19
zooropamanda Rock n' Roll Doggie VIP PASS Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Smile, you're reading my post Posts: 6,515 Local Time: 01:32 PM	the best friend i ever had is from New Jersey