Post #362115 by Psycho Tiki D on Tue, Feb 19, 2008 7:31 AM

I often find it amusing how worked up people become when posting replies on these threads. But more so to the point, I find it sad there is so much anger about shared, but differing ideas.

Someone posts a topic soliciting opinions and when replies are given, the house becomes divided to the point people threaten to leave or actually leave and don’t post anymore. I joined this community in 2006 and I wonder how many people used to post and share information as viable resources that have chosen not to participate or contribute anymore.

To the subject at hand; for myself and myself only, if Target or Tommy Bahama had been the only exposure to poly-pop, hawaiiana or tiki, I wouldn’t be here now. If my collection were limited only to purchases from either of these establishments, I would take a pass on collecting tiki and the other closely connected areas of hawaiiana or poly-pop. Sorry!

Both are garish, clown-like and cheap looking in their representation and appearance to me and I wouldn’t have given either a second look. I am also not a big fan of resin or plastic. But, again, that is my opinion. If this is your bag and you enjoy it, more power to you brothers and sisters!

I daresay if had not been for my friend’s persistence in his collecting endeavors, I may have never ventured into this genre. Through his collecting of vintage items I was exposed to what I now seek. Yes, I have made some blunders along the way, but I think I have learned from my mistakes.

Maybe this is a regional phenomenon? I am blessed and lucky enough to be in an area where I am able to find what I like. It does take more time now than ever and sometimes cost more than I would like, but perseverance does pay off. I spend many, many hours scouring for items and I think I stated this pretty well in a PM to one of my friends here that at times this seems like more of a second job than a hobby.

I also recognize at times I can come off as sarcastic here. For those of you who know me, you know I am only trying to be funny. I think I have also made as much fun of myself as I have anyone or subject here, so if I have offended anyone it has never been my intention.

So now what? Do I take all my tikis and go home? I don’t want to play anymore because someone else has a different view or opinion than I have? I guess I’ll have to wait and see!

And yes, indeed Bongo Bungalow there is the coolest stuff on Tiki Finds!

Psycho Tiki D (I know I am and time to move on)!