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Well escapee.... freedom of speech is very nice, however the conundrum still has yet to be solved..... although I must admit it is getting a bit closer to the whining and moaning scenario mentioned earlier.
I must say that I am perplexed by a conundrum of enormous proportions.....
At this point in my life, I am unhappy in New Jersey. In point of fact I could go on for several paragraphs about why that is the case.... but that would be repeating all of the bad things ( at least in my mind ) that have been said about New Jersey, where I have resided my entire life. Having said that, after expressing my displeasure with the Garden State, I am leaving, moving, gettin' out and generally vamoosing..... to another state..... guess where.
NOW the conundrum...... there are so many people, especially on this forum, that obviously and vehemently hate coastal North carolina and regularly profess that hatred at any opportunity they get..... now here comes the conundrum..... if they absolutely hate where they live so so so very much...... I cannot figure out for the life of me why they don't just leave. If they did that they could stop whining and moaning about it to everyone, have a better life and perhaps even get some self respect for themselves. Now, of course I do not have the answer to that question / conundrum..... perhaps some people just like to whine and moan ?
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Well escapee.... freedom of speech is very nice, however the conundrum still has yet to be solved..... although I must admit it is getting a bit closer to the whining and moaning scenario mentioned earlier.
I wasn't whinning, simply stating my opinion. It really doesn't matter what anyone thinks of New Bern, or wherever for that matter as long as you are happy there. If you don't like the "Simple description of coastal NC thread, then start a new one. You aren't going to bully me off here.
Our opinions on a location or issue are just that, opinions. Highly subjective. Personal preferences. Quirks, even. Leave wiggle room for dialogue, others may not see things the same as you, or been there as long as you, and any one of us can be wrong. Pouncing on someone you disagree with runs contrary to the spirit of this board and its members. We are here to help each other.
I have always assumed coastal NC was not built up because of hurricanes. Is that a correct assumption? I personally love the quietness and beauty of the coast, but I am pretty sure I couldn't live there all year. I was born and raised on the beach in CA, so it is a bit different for me not having the coast be the happening part of the state. Hence, my assumption to not build things that have a high chance of being destroyed by mother nature and instead make the major cities in the Piedmont region. I love going to the beach to relax for vacation, but I have imagined living along the NC coast to be a challenge. I can understand why some find it boring and why it is other's paradise.
How about I-40, HWY 70 and HWY64-All of which are 4 lanes. These major east/west highways all intersect the north/south running I-95.
HWY 64 takes you to OBX. HWY 70 takes you to the Crsytal Coast. I-40 to Wilmington. I can't think of an easier access than that.
I'm beginning to believe there is more than one eastern North Carolina. Some of the descriptions I've read are not of the eastern North Carolina I live in.
To get technical 64 isn't four laned all the way. That "long" stretch between Columbia and Manns Harbor can SUCK when there is traffic.
I have always assumed coastal NC was not built up because of hurricanes. Is that a correct assumption?
Not really. Florida sees more hurricane activity and certainly bears the brunt of the costs of damage. In fact the rapid growth of Charleston, SC the past couple decades is directly the result of Hugo in 89. The NC coast isn't as developed as Charleston or Norfolk is because there aren't any natural harbors- the barrier islands and shoals make navigation very difficult and dangerous. Also the larger rivers which empty into the sounds are too shallow for larger merchant vessels. With the exception of FL, every coastal city was built up somewhat before there were cars and trains, so navigability by sail was the most important factor for initial settlement and development.
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To get technical 64 isn't four laned all the way. That "long" stretch between Columbia and Manns Harbor can SUCK when there is traffic.
Getting rid of the Alligator River drawbridge will shave off a good chunk of that time. Still I remember when it took 4 hours to get from Manteo to Raleigh. If you push it it can be done in just over 2 now.
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Here's an amazing story of John Lawson, who in 1700 sailed from Charleston, SC to the Charlotte, NC area then to Greenville/Washington area and Pamlico Sound. I highly encourage all to read his book, "A New Voyage to Carolina". It gives tremendous insights to the coastal region it's flora, fauna, people and geography. (Even gives great insights to fish and fishing back then too!)
Here's an amazing story of John Lawson, who in 1700 sailed from Charleston, SC to the Charlotte, NC area then to Greenville/Washington area and Pamlico Sound.
Sailed from Charleston to Charlotte, huh? Sounds... interesting. Not a lot of wind on those seas.
Not really. Florida sees more hurricane activity and certainly bears the brunt of the costs of damage. In fact the rapid growth of Charleston, SC the past couple decades is directly the result of Hugo in 89. The NC coast isn't as developed as Charleston or Norfolk is because there aren't any natural harbors- the barrier islands and shoals make navigation very difficult and dangerous. Also the larger rivers which empty into the sounds are too shallow for larger merchant vessels. With the exception of FL, every coastal city was built up somewhat before there were cars and trains, so navigability by sail was the most important factor for initial settlement and development..
That makes perfect sense! Thanks for explaining it so well.
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