Etiquette Guy pompous, pretentious

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

After reading the “Etiquette Guy” in the June 21 edition of the Telegraph- Journal, we feel it necessary to object to his presumptuous and somewhat slanderous paragraph on what we assume must be our campground. We consider it a personal affront. The attack certainly sounds pompous and pretentious. We are all proud owners and weekend landscapers of campsites next door. Our community ranges in age from 2 - 96 and includes professionals, retirees, common working people and those who simply want to get away from their homes for a rest. In this area, there is no need for fencing, as respect is the accepted order of the day.
The park is attractive and caters to RVs and trailers from California to Alaska and all part in-between. It is noted for its courteous workforce, swimming pools, beach walks, and its many activities. People, in this family-oriented park, get along and assist one another. It may seem like another way of life to Mr. Remer and we feel sorry for his narrow approach to life and neighbours. Were he to park his tent beside a half-million-dollar RV, he would be made welcome and shown respect. We do not all travel in similar circles with silver and fine china. Sometimes we even resort to plastic utensils and paper plates!
It should also be noted that 11 p.m. is quiet time, both as a courtesy to neighbours in the park as well as to the outside premises. Guests abide by the rules. Outside neighbours do not always show the same courtesy. Dogs are leashed and owners clean up after them. Not all neighbours show this similar courtesy.
It certainly seems unfortunate that Mr. Remer has not been able to experience such varied living in his lifetime. In fact, he is to be pitied for his narrow-mindedness. Many of us have travelled to exotic places, but it is always pleasant to have a second home. A mind should always be open to new experiences with a willingness to accept the other half. Whatever happened to the old adages, “Live and Let Live” and “Love Thy Neighbour”?
No, we do not need fences in our community, but perhaps Mr. Remer does, as obviously he does not want to associate with the “riff raff.” A fence without a periscope would be preferable!
I write, on behalf of many happy but insulted campers next door.
Jackie Boucher
Oak Bay