Anonymous
07/21/2013 12:53
Subject: does anyone really think there is a "bridge and tunnel" crowd in DC?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Nope. People don't think DC is very exciting/a good city. Very different from other cities like NYC or the Bay area.
If that is true why has the Times written a string of articles like this http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/04/fashion/04Washington.html
That obsessively track the nght life scene and development in DC?
There are articles like this about every city (really bad, dinky cities). Not sure this proves anything. The fact is that most people do not want to live on DC. It just isn't that great.
If this is the case - why is real estate so expensive in DC?
Anonymous
07/21/2013 12:53
Subject: Re:does anyone really think there is a "bridge and tunnel" crowd in DC?
?? Are you talking about homeless people? Sometimes I see them under bridges but we dont really have tunnels - NYC has tons of old abandoned subway lines.
Anonymous
07/21/2013 12:52
Subject: does anyone really think there is a "bridge and tunnel" crowd in DC?
[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Have you been to any of the new clubs downtown or on H street lately? Many of these people have to be from bumblefuck, VA. I get what what "corkscrew curls" means when she says "b&t crowd"..[/quote]
On the other hand, you must have gone yourself to observe them. What does that say about you?[/quote]
It's my neighborhood kitty cat, I really don't have a choice. If you leave a bar "woo hooing" I'm going to hear you. [/quote]
Then move farther away from the neighborhood bar. Vote with your feet.
On the other hand, you must have gone yourself to observe them. What does that say about you?[/quote]
It's my neighborhood kitty cat, I really don't have a choice. If you leave a bar "woo hooing" I'm going to hear you. [/quote]
Then move farther away from the neighborhood bar. Vote with your feet.
Anonymous
07/21/2013 12:52
Subject: does anyone really think there is a "bridge and tunnel" crowd in DC?
[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]But the worst B&T offenders seem to come from VA.Plus it does not have to be literal.[/quote]
Yes....except for the really far out counties in Maryland. They scare me some. [/quote]
Scare you? Really? That's hilarious. LOL[/quote]
Yes, scares me. 20 somethings in platform heals drinking to much driving cars they can't control in a city they are clueless about. Scares me. You don't see the drunk teenagers stumbling into cars, laying on the street and fighting. If you "lol" at that, you must be a 20- something yourself.
[/quote]
And do you ask them which far-out county in Maryland they come from, while they're stumbling around in their platform heels? (I am wondering also which counties in Maryland are the "really far out" ones.)[/quote]
MD is such a small state that even Charles County isn't that far out. The scared poster doesn't have a clue about the surrounding area. VA is actually much larger in land mass.
Yes....except for the really far out counties in Maryland. They scare me some. [/quote]
Scare you? Really? That's hilarious. LOL[/quote]
Yes, scares me. 20 somethings in platform heals drinking to much driving cars they can't control in a city they are clueless about. Scares me. You don't see the drunk teenagers stumbling into cars, laying on the street and fighting. If you "lol" at that, you must be a 20- something yourself.
[/quote]
And do you ask them which far-out county in Maryland they come from, while they're stumbling around in their platform heels? (I am wondering also which counties in Maryland are the "really far out" ones.)[/quote]
MD is such a small state that even Charles County isn't that far out. The scared poster doesn't have a clue about the surrounding area. VA is actually much larger in land mass.
Anonymous
07/21/2013 12:50
Subject: does anyone really think there is a "bridge and tunnel" crowd in DC?
[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]But the worst B&T offenders seem to come from VA.Plus it does not have to be literal.[/quote]
Yes....except for the really far out counties in Maryland. They scare me some. [/quote]
Scare you? Really? That's hilarious. LOL[/quote]
Yes, scares me. 20 somethings in platform heals drinking to much driving cars they can't control in a city they are clueless about. Scares me. You don't see the drunk teenagers stumbling into cars, laying on the street and fighting. If you "lol" at that, you must be a 20- something yourself.
[/quote]
Actually, I'm twice that old and I've heard how suburbanites are afraid of DC residents, and vice versa, my entire life. What each fails to realize is that we're all people here. For we know, the drunks stumbling into cars may be attending GW, GU, AU or any of the dozens of universities in town. How do you know who they are?
Yes....except for the really far out counties in Maryland. They scare me some. [/quote]
Scare you? Really? That's hilarious. LOL[/quote]
Yes, scares me. 20 somethings in platform heals drinking to much driving cars they can't control in a city they are clueless about. Scares me. You don't see the drunk teenagers stumbling into cars, laying on the street and fighting. If you "lol" at that, you must be a 20- something yourself.
[/quote]
Actually, I'm twice that old and I've heard how suburbanites are afraid of DC residents, and vice versa, my entire life. What each fails to realize is that we're all people here. For we know, the drunks stumbling into cars may be attending GW, GU, AU or any of the dozens of universities in town. How do you know who they are?
Anonymous
07/21/2013 12:49
Subject: does anyone really think there is a "bridge and tunnel" crowd in DC?
[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]But the worst B&T offenders seem to come from VA.Plus it does not have to be literal.[/quote]
Yes....except for the really far out counties in Maryland. They scare me some. [/quote]
Scare you? Really? That's hilarious. LOL[/quote]
Yes, scares me. 20 somethings in platform heals drinking to much driving cars they can't control in a city they are clueless about. Scares me. You don't see the drunk teenagers stumbling into cars, laying on the street and fighting. If you "lol" at that, you must be a 20- something yourself.
[/quote]
And do you ask them which far-out county in Maryland they come from, while they're stumbling around in their platform heels? (I am wondering also which counties in Maryland are the "really far out" ones.)
Yes....except for the really far out counties in Maryland. They scare me some. [/quote]
Scare you? Really? That's hilarious. LOL[/quote]
Yes, scares me. 20 somethings in platform heals drinking to much driving cars they can't control in a city they are clueless about. Scares me. You don't see the drunk teenagers stumbling into cars, laying on the street and fighting. If you "lol" at that, you must be a 20- something yourself.
[/quote]
And do you ask them which far-out county in Maryland they come from, while they're stumbling around in their platform heels? (I am wondering also which counties in Maryland are the "really far out" ones.)
Anonymous
07/21/2013 12:48
Subject: does anyone really think there is a "bridge and tunnel" crowd in DC?
[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Nope. People don't think DC is very exciting/a good city. Very different from other cities like NYC or the Bay area. [/quote]
If that is true why has the Times written a string of articles like this http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/04/fashion/04Washington.html
That obsessively track the nght life scene and development in DC?[/quote]
There are articles like this about every city (really bad, dinky cities). Not sure this proves anything. The fact is that most people do not want to live on DC. It just isn't that great. [/quote]There is not enough money to make me live in DC even though it would be very convenient for work. In 4 years, I'm relocating to Chicago or San Francisco. I have no problem with big, crowded cities but DC falls flat. Good work opportunities, though.[/quote]
Have lived in Chicago 9 years and the District now for 13. Please.
SF, sure. Manhattan, Paris, London or Tokyo, of course. Chicago is a very large cow town with an important place in agricultural and manufacturing history. [/quote]
Great, but as you just pointed out, you've lived in DC for 4 more years than you did in Chicago, so obviously you like something about this city. What BTW is that?[/quote]
My guess would be because of the jobs. That is usually why people are here. Not because it is a fantastic city. [/quote]
Still, you're taking free time on this board, you obviously identify in some way. You still haven't explained why you're on DCUM rather than another board. It's DC is "not" fantastic, why aren't you on a Chicago listserv -- or London, Tokyo, anywhere else? Particularly in your free time...
If that is true why has the Times written a string of articles like this http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/04/fashion/04Washington.html
That obsessively track the nght life scene and development in DC?[/quote]
There are articles like this about every city (really bad, dinky cities). Not sure this proves anything. The fact is that most people do not want to live on DC. It just isn't that great. [/quote]There is not enough money to make me live in DC even though it would be very convenient for work. In 4 years, I'm relocating to Chicago or San Francisco. I have no problem with big, crowded cities but DC falls flat. Good work opportunities, though.[/quote]
Have lived in Chicago 9 years and the District now for 13. Please.
SF, sure. Manhattan, Paris, London or Tokyo, of course. Chicago is a very large cow town with an important place in agricultural and manufacturing history. [/quote]
Great, but as you just pointed out, you've lived in DC for 4 more years than you did in Chicago, so obviously you like something about this city. What BTW is that?[/quote]
My guess would be because of the jobs. That is usually why people are here. Not because it is a fantastic city. [/quote]
Still, you're taking free time on this board, you obviously identify in some way. You still haven't explained why you're on DCUM rather than another board. It's DC is "not" fantastic, why aren't you on a Chicago listserv -- or London, Tokyo, anywhere else? Particularly in your free time...
Anonymous
07/21/2013 12:47
Subject: does anyone really think there is a "bridge and tunnel" crowd in DC?
[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Have you been to any of the new clubs downtown or on H street lately? Many of these people have to be from bumblefuck, VA. I get what what "corkscrew curls" means when she says "b&t crowd"..[/quote]
On the other hand, you must have gone yourself to observe them. What does that say about you?[/quote]
It's my neighborhood kitty cat, I really don't have a choice. If you leave a bar "woo hooing" I'm going to hear you.
On the other hand, you must have gone yourself to observe them. What does that say about you?[/quote]
It's my neighborhood kitty cat, I really don't have a choice. If you leave a bar "woo hooing" I'm going to hear you.
Anonymous
07/21/2013 12:45
Subject: Re:does anyone really think there is a "bridge and tunnel" crowd in DC?
[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]No. We rarely go into DC for anything other than work. We shop, eat out, and do all our recreational activities out here in the burbs. I doubt we're alone. DC just doesn't have the saw draw as NYC does. Its not the same caliber city or cultural center. [/quote]
Then why are you on this board?[/quote]
NP here. If you've been on DCUM for any length of time you would know that many, many of its users are not in DC proper. It covers the suburbs as well as topics of general interest. Hell, not even everyone on here is a parent![/quote]
Exactly, but the point is that the posters tend to identify with DC itself in some way. All of the surrounding areas have similar boards now, but you're on this one. So you're not on a Fairfax or Rockville board, you're on DCUM. I'm asking why?[/quote]
There is no Fairfax or Rockville board. Duh!
Then why are you on this board?[/quote]
NP here. If you've been on DCUM for any length of time you would know that many, many of its users are not in DC proper. It covers the suburbs as well as topics of general interest. Hell, not even everyone on here is a parent![/quote]
Exactly, but the point is that the posters tend to identify with DC itself in some way. All of the surrounding areas have similar boards now, but you're on this one. So you're not on a Fairfax or Rockville board, you're on DCUM. I'm asking why?[/quote]
There is no Fairfax or Rockville board. Duh!
Anonymous
07/21/2013 12:45
Subject: does anyone really think there is a "bridge and tunnel" crowd in DC?
[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Nope. People don't think DC is very exciting/a good city. Very different from other cities like NYC or the Bay area. [/quote]
If that is true why has the Times written a string of articles like this http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/04/fashion/04Washington.html
That obsessively track the nght life scene and development in DC?[/quote]
There are articles like this about every city (really bad, dinky cities). Not sure this proves anything. The fact is that most people do not want to live on DC. It just isn't that great. [/quote]There is not enough money to make me live in DC even though it would be very convenient for work. In 4 years, I'm relocating to Chicago or San Francisco. I have no problem with big, crowded cities but DC falls flat. Good work opportunities, though.[/quote]
Again, then why are you on DCUM? If you don't like DC, why identify as a DC parent? What do you see as positive or are you just trolling?[/quote]
I live in the DC metro area. Just not in DC. You do realize that the interwebz is available to everyone, right? And that most topics on here don't just pertain to those who live in the district. [/quote]
True, but you brought it up. Obviously somehow you see DC in yourself enough to comment on this thread. You criticized DC generally but don't seem to have any specific complaints, save for a vague plan to move some day. You sound directionless.[/quote]
Horrible schools, failing infrastructure, corrupt government, safety issues.
If that is true why has the Times written a string of articles like this http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/04/fashion/04Washington.html
That obsessively track the nght life scene and development in DC?[/quote]
There are articles like this about every city (really bad, dinky cities). Not sure this proves anything. The fact is that most people do not want to live on DC. It just isn't that great. [/quote]There is not enough money to make me live in DC even though it would be very convenient for work. In 4 years, I'm relocating to Chicago or San Francisco. I have no problem with big, crowded cities but DC falls flat. Good work opportunities, though.[/quote]
Again, then why are you on DCUM? If you don't like DC, why identify as a DC parent? What do you see as positive or are you just trolling?[/quote]
I live in the DC metro area. Just not in DC. You do realize that the interwebz is available to everyone, right? And that most topics on here don't just pertain to those who live in the district. [/quote]
True, but you brought it up. Obviously somehow you see DC in yourself enough to comment on this thread. You criticized DC generally but don't seem to have any specific complaints, save for a vague plan to move some day. You sound directionless.[/quote]
Horrible schools, failing infrastructure, corrupt government, safety issues.
Anonymous
07/21/2013 12:44
Subject: Re:does anyone really think there is a "bridge and tunnel" crowd in DC?
[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]No. We rarely go into DC for anything other than work. We shop, eat out, and do all our recreational activities out here in the burbs. I doubt we're alone. DC just doesn't have the saw draw as NYC does. Its not the same caliber city or cultural center. [/quote]
Then why are you on this board?[/quote]
NP here. If you've been on DCUM for any length of time you would know that many, many of its users are not in DC proper. It covers the suburbs as well as topics of general interest. Hell, not even everyone on here is a parent![/quote]
Exactly, but the point is that the posters tend to identify with DC itself in some way. All of the surrounding areas have similar boards now, but you're on this one. So you're not on a Fairfax or Rockville board, you're on DCUM. I'm asking why?
Then why are you on this board?[/quote]
NP here. If you've been on DCUM for any length of time you would know that many, many of its users are not in DC proper. It covers the suburbs as well as topics of general interest. Hell, not even everyone on here is a parent![/quote]
Exactly, but the point is that the posters tend to identify with DC itself in some way. All of the surrounding areas have similar boards now, but you're on this one. So you're not on a Fairfax or Rockville board, you're on DCUM. I'm asking why?
Anonymous
07/21/2013 12:43
Subject: does anyone really think there is a "bridge and tunnel" crowd in DC?
[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]But the worst B&T offenders seem to come from VA.Plus it does not have to be literal.[/quote]
Yes....except for the really far out counties in Maryland. They scare me some. [/quote]
Scare you? Really? That's hilarious. LOL[/quote]
Yes, scares me. 20 somethings in platform heals drinking to much driving cars they can't control in a city they are clueless about. Scares me. You don't see the drunk teenagers stumbling into cars, laying on the street and fighting. If you "lol" at that, you must be a 20- something yourself.
Yes....except for the really far out counties in Maryland. They scare me some. [/quote]
Scare you? Really? That's hilarious. LOL[/quote]
Yes, scares me. 20 somethings in platform heals drinking to much driving cars they can't control in a city they are clueless about. Scares me. You don't see the drunk teenagers stumbling into cars, laying on the street and fighting. If you "lol" at that, you must be a 20- something yourself.
Anonymous
07/21/2013 12:43
Subject: does anyone really think there is a "bridge and tunnel" crowd in DC?
[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Nope. People don't think DC is very exciting/a good city. Very different from other cities like NYC or the Bay area. [/quote]
If that is true why has the Times written a string of articles like this http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/04/fashion/04Washington.html
That obsessively track the nght life scene and development in DC?[/quote]
There are articles like this about every city (really bad, dinky cities). Not sure this proves anything. The fact is that most people do not want to live on DC. It just isn't that great. [/quote]There is not enough money to make me live in DC even though it would be very convenient for work. In 4 years, I'm relocating to Chicago or San Francisco. I have no problem with big, crowded cities but DC falls flat. Good work opportunities, though.[/quote]
Again, then why are you on DCUM? If you don't like DC, why identify as a DC parent? What do you see as positive or are you just trolling?[/quote]
I live in the DC metro area. Just not in DC. You do realize that the interwebz is available to everyone, right? And that most topics on here don't just pertain to those who live in the district. [/quote]
True, but you brought it up. Obviously somehow you see DC in yourself enough to comment on this thread. You criticized DC generally but don't seem to have any specific complaints, save for a vague plan to move some day. You sound directionless.
If that is true why has the Times written a string of articles like this http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/04/fashion/04Washington.html
That obsessively track the nght life scene and development in DC?[/quote]
There are articles like this about every city (really bad, dinky cities). Not sure this proves anything. The fact is that most people do not want to live on DC. It just isn't that great. [/quote]There is not enough money to make me live in DC even though it would be very convenient for work. In 4 years, I'm relocating to Chicago or San Francisco. I have no problem with big, crowded cities but DC falls flat. Good work opportunities, though.[/quote]
Again, then why are you on DCUM? If you don't like DC, why identify as a DC parent? What do you see as positive or are you just trolling?[/quote]
I live in the DC metro area. Just not in DC. You do realize that the interwebz is available to everyone, right? And that most topics on here don't just pertain to those who live in the district. [/quote]
True, but you brought it up. Obviously somehow you see DC in yourself enough to comment on this thread. You criticized DC generally but don't seem to have any specific complaints, save for a vague plan to move some day. You sound directionless.
Anonymous
07/21/2013 12:42
Subject: does anyone really think there is a "bridge and tunnel" crowd in DC?
[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Nope. People don't think DC is very exciting/a good city. Very different from other cities like NYC or the Bay area. [/quote]
If that is true why has the Times written a string of articles like this http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/04/fashion/04Washington.html
That obsessively track the nght life scene and development in DC?[/quote]
There are articles like this about every city (really bad, dinky cities). Not sure this proves anything. The fact is that most people do not want to live on DC. It just isn't that great. [/quote]There is not enough money to make me live in DC even though it would be very convenient for work. In 4 years, I'm relocating to Chicago or San Francisco. I have no problem with big, crowded cities but DC falls flat. Good work opportunities, though.[/quote]
Have lived in Chicago 9 years and the District now for 13. Please.
SF, sure. Manhattan, Paris, London or Tokyo, of course. Chicago is a very large cow town with an important place in agricultural and manufacturing history. [/quote]
Great, but as you just pointed out, you've lived in DC for 4 more years than you did in Chicago, so obviously you like something about this city. What BTW is that?[/quote]
My guess would be because of the jobs. That is usually why people are here. Not because it is a fantastic city.
If that is true why has the Times written a string of articles like this http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/04/fashion/04Washington.html
That obsessively track the nght life scene and development in DC?[/quote]
There are articles like this about every city (really bad, dinky cities). Not sure this proves anything. The fact is that most people do not want to live on DC. It just isn't that great. [/quote]There is not enough money to make me live in DC even though it would be very convenient for work. In 4 years, I'm relocating to Chicago or San Francisco. I have no problem with big, crowded cities but DC falls flat. Good work opportunities, though.[/quote]
Have lived in Chicago 9 years and the District now for 13. Please.
SF, sure. Manhattan, Paris, London or Tokyo, of course. Chicago is a very large cow town with an important place in agricultural and manufacturing history. [/quote]
Great, but as you just pointed out, you've lived in DC for 4 more years than you did in Chicago, so obviously you like something about this city. What BTW is that?[/quote]
My guess would be because of the jobs. That is usually why people are here. Not because it is a fantastic city.
Anonymous
07/21/2013 12:40
Subject: does anyone really think there is a "bridge and tunnel" crowd in DC?
[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]But the worst B&T offenders seem to come from VA.Plus it does not have to be literal.[/quote]
Yes....except for the really far out counties in Maryland. They scare me some. [/quote]
Scare you? Really? That's hilarious. LOL
Yes....except for the really far out counties in Maryland. They scare me some. [/quote]
Scare you? Really? That's hilarious. LOL