I take exception to the musings expressed in Megan Kuklis' column "Home Again" published in The Citizen on Monday, Nov. 17.
Yes, Miss Kuklis, the B.C. ferries are part of the provincial highway system but in order to allow for free or even subsidized travel our taxes would have to be increased substantially and remember that our province is still raking up debt. Read Vaughn Palmer's column on the same opinion page.
People have a choice to live on any of the various islands along the B.C. coast but that choice comes with the costs involved to travel back and forth to the mainland either by plane or by any boat transportation and someone has to pay for it and that someone is the traveler and should not be the taxpayers.
In regards to greasy foods being served at the ferries cafeterias, you have a choice in ordering healthy food such as fresh fruit, salads, yogurt etc. and if you don't like the taste of the brewed coffee, bring your own thermos along.
I feel pity for any island traveler that wants to hang around in his or her vehicle below deck instead of enjoying the ocean breeze, taking in scenery as a ferry passes in between the small islands sailing to its destination.
Complain as much as you like but there is no free ride in life so better enjoy it.
John Zillich, Prince George
