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09/13/2006 - By by Kristin Weston
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Have you ever wondered what you would do if you were stranded on a deserted island?

Have you ever wondered what you would do if you were stranded on a deserted island? Or, for that matter, what one thing you couldn’t possibly live without? We often have the pleasure of being in the company of loved ones – whether it is a friend, a partner, or a pet – who keeps us from growing lonely and surrounds us with thoughtful support and affection. We have also become accustomed to indulging ourselves in the luxury of such things as technology, shopping malls, automobiles, boats, a variety of food and drink, electricity, and shelter.

But what if all of those things were to be withdrawn from our lives and only one of the many items or people we have familiarized ourselves with, become fond of, and adapted into our lives was permitted to join you on a deserted island? Would you choose love over survival? Would you be able to live without the technology of the civilized world?

We have all seen the television shows and movies “Lost,” “Gilligan’s Island,” and “Cast Away,” just to name a few, that exhibit this type of situation. So ask yourself: what would you do if you were stranded on a deserted island? What would be the one thing that you could not possibly live without? Living in Colts Neck took to the streets to see what your choice would be if you were far from civilization.

COLTS NECK

“I guess I would have to bring a ladder along so I can climb the trees for coconuts.”

—Barbara Ancona

“Surf ‘n’ Turf because I probably won’t be eating a good meal for a long time.”

—Ken Davis

“I would say my girlfriend because then I would have a friend to talk to.”

—Tom Fallacara

“Classic rock music so I don’t go crazy alone on this island.”

—Laura Tonacci

“I would bring Dora the Explorer because I really like her.”

—Helena Stoever

(No picture)

“The one thing that I would definitely have to have if I were stranded on a deserted island would be some kind of filter system so I could urinate in it and have it turn into drinking water.”

—Lee O’Malley

“Jimmy Buffet! I don’t think that needs an explanation.”

—Eric Goldring

(No picture)

“My sunglasses to keep the reflection off the sand away from my eyes.”

—Steven Sommers

“I’d take my game cube because it’s lots of fun.”

—Ryan Schulte

(No picture)

“If I were to be stranded on a deserted island the one thing that I couldn’t live without would be a pocket knife so that I could build things.”

—Ray Holcomb

(No picture)

“I would bring a journal to jot down what is going on in my life and on the island. I think writing would help me cope with being alone.”

—Miles Card

(No picture)

“I would have to say a first-aid kit in case of injury.”

—Amanda Fry

(No picture)

“A bow and arrow to hunt potential prey on the island.”

—Curt Pfeiffer

“The one thing that I would have to have if I were stranded on a deserted island would be my faith in the Lord Jesus.”

—Ron MacClary

(No picture)

“I would bring a lighter or a striker so I would be able to light fires easily and cook food.”

—Jessica Walling

“The one thing I would have to bring, especially if I was surrounded by salt water, would be drinking water because you can’t live without it.”

—Kenneth Moody

(No picture)

“I would bring sunscreen so I can protect my skin from burning and having the potential for skin cancer.”

—Jennifer Cruz

“I would bring a locator so people would be able to find me.”

—Douglas Rehm

(No picture)

“I would bring an axe to chop down trees to build shelter or a canoe to get off the island and head back home.”

—Bob Parcells

(No picture)

“My asthma medication because without it I wouldn’t have a chance of surviving.”

—Beverly Connolly

“I would bring my iPodTM because I need to listen to music.”

—Conall McNelis

(No picture) “Well, obviously the island would be surrounded by salt water, and the one thing I would have to bring to survive would definitely be drinking water.”

—Seth Corgan

(No picture)

“A pocket razor to shave and also use as a cutting utensil for other things.”

—Larry Moss

(No picture)

“A coconut radio so I can talk to Gilligan or the Professor.”

—Charlie Stevens

(No picture)

“My dog so I would have a companion on the island.”

—Kerri Beverage

(No picture)

“I would bring a bucket, so I can catch the rain and drink it and use it to haul food back to my camp.”

—Sara Jandron

“Definitely my iPodTM because I have to have my music.”

—Kate Jackson

(No picture)

“Gosh, there are so many things that I have become so accustomed to having around me. I guess I would have to say that I would bring my tool box. This way I have a few different options to help with building a shelter and food harvesting.”

—Jamie Padstrom

(No picture)

“I cannot live without my dog. And she would be useful for hunting and fishing.”

—Howard Krantz

(No picture)

“I know this sounds completely frivolous, but pistachio nuts are something I could not live without eating. Oh can I bring water purification tablets? Nuts are so salty.”

—Joseph Mustin

MARLBORO

“I would bring water because no one can survive without it.”

–Steve Laks

“Healthy food because you wouldn’t be able to survive without eating.”

–Ryan Miller

“I couldn’t live without my new grandson, Tyler Hunter.”

–Sally Singer

“Some potato chips because you need food to live.”

–Andrew Schreiber

“Pizza because it’s just too good to live without.”

–Evan Fuchs

(No picture)

“I guess I would have to bring a ladder along so I can climb the trees for food and to see out into the horizon for any rescue ships.”

—Scott Schuster

“If I were to be stranded on a deserted island I would bring along a boat so I would be able to get off the island.”

–Felicia Sige

(No picture)

“I would bring a journal to jot down what is going on in my life and on the island. This way there would be a record of my existence, and it would be therapeutic to write down my feelings.”

—Carolyn Smitty

“I would have to say water because you can‘t possibly survive without it.”

–Matt Berkowitz
(No picture)

“I would bring a bag full of supplies, almost like an emergency gear bag. In it I would put sunscreen, antibacterial cream, bandaids, nonperishable food...well, you get the drift.”

—David Hussey

(No picture)

“All of my favorite music. I think it would help me block out noises that might frighten me at night.”

—Skylar Ramin

(No picture)

“Definitely a first aid kit in case I injured myself while I was on the island.”

—Freddie Breggin

“Definitely a copy of Living in Marlboro because you just can’t live without it.”

–Ben Haller

(No picture)

“I think I would bring a survival guide. Then I could reference it to help me in any circumstance.”

—Jason Wright

(No picture)

“I would bring a lighter or matches, so I would be able to light fires easily to cook the food I catch and for warmth at night.”

—Michelle Ward

“I would bring Mr. Bockman because he is the law and the balance of life.”

–Dimitre Dimitropoulos

“Kate Beckinsale because if you have someone like her alone on an island you could really have a good time. And there isn’t anything better than being stranded on an island with an English woman.”

–Tim Dimitropoulos

(No picture)

“I would bring a beacon. This is a piece of equipment that sends off a signal with your coordinates to the Coast Guard or any other type of rescue facility.”

—Max Shein

(No picture)

“I would bring my best friend, Agnes (aka Aggie). She is my dog and the best hunter in the world.”

—Jaime Max

“A woman to have fun with.”

–Alberto Narvaez

(No picture)

“All of my magazines. I think it is going to be very boring on this island and at least I can read about and keep up on the latest fashion and Hollywood gossip I am missing at home.”

—Jackie Clocker

(No picture)

“I would bring a bucket and an axe. This way at night I could use the pail to catch any rainwater; also I can use the bucket to carry things. And the axe is for building a hut for shelter.”

—Andrew Stiller

(No picture)

“I honestly do not need to bring anything, because there is no way I could survive on an island without any of today's modern conveniences.”

—Allyson Walker

“That’s easy…I would bring my wife.”

–Steve Cohen

(No picture)

“Water purification tablets, to cleanse the water of any impurities. There may be a fresh water source that I could use for drinking and cooking.”

—Casey Wilkens

(No picture)

“I think a machete would be extremely beneficial when building a shelter, collecting firewood, and cutting open coconuts.”

—Lani Rodriguez

(No picture)

“I cannot live without my designer sunglasses.”

—Mercedes Comina

(No picture) “Bottles of ‘Louisiana Hot Sauce’ so I can make the fish I catch nice and spicy.”

—Cameron Dixon

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COLTS NECK
	“I guess I would have to bring a ladder along so I can climb the trees for coconuts.” —Barbara Ancona
	“Surf ‘n’ Turf because I probably won’t be eating a good meal for a long time.” —Ken Davis
	“I would say my girlfriend because then I would have a friend to talk to.” —Tom Fallacara
	“Classic rock music so I don’t go crazy alone on this island.” —Laura Tonacci
	“I would bring Dora the Explorer because I really like her.” —Helena Stoever
(No picture)	“The one thing that I would definitely have to have if I were stranded on a deserted island would be some kind of filter system so I could urinate in it and have it turn into drinking water.” —Lee O’Malley
	“Jimmy Buffet! I don’t think that needs an explanation.” —Eric Goldring
(No picture)	“My sunglasses to keep the reflection off the sand away from my eyes.” —Steven Sommers
	“I’d take my game cube because it’s lots of fun.” —Ryan Schulte
(No picture)	“If I were to be stranded on a deserted island the one thing that I couldn’t live without would be a pocket knife so that I could build things.” —Ray Holcomb
(No picture)	“I would bring a journal to jot down what is going on in my life and on the island. I think writing would help me cope with being alone.” —Miles Card
(No picture)	“I would have to say a first-aid kit in case of injury.” —Amanda Fry
(No picture)	“A bow and arrow to hunt potential prey on the island.” —Curt Pfeiffer
	“The one thing that I would have to have if I were stranded on a deserted island would be my faith in the Lord Jesus.” —Ron MacClary
(No picture)	“I would bring a lighter or a striker so I would be able to light fires easily and cook food.” —Jessica Walling
	“The one thing I would have to bring, especially if I was surrounded by salt water, would be drinking water because you can’t live without it.” —Kenneth Moody
(No picture)	“I would bring sunscreen so I can protect my skin from burning and having the potential for skin cancer.” —Jennifer Cruz
	“I would bring a locator so people would be able to find me.” —Douglas Rehm
(No picture)	“I would bring an axe to chop down trees to build shelter or a canoe to get off the island and head back home.” —Bob Parcells
(No picture)	“My asthma medication because without it I wouldn’t have a chance of surviving.” —Beverly Connolly
	“I would bring my iPodTM because I need to listen to music.” —Conall McNelis
(No picture)	“Well, obviously the island would be surrounded by salt water, and the one thing I would have to bring to survive would definitely be drinking water.” —Seth Corgan
(No picture)	“A pocket razor to shave and also use as a cutting utensil for other things.” —Larry Moss
(No picture)	“A coconut radio so I can talk to Gilligan or the Professor.” —Charlie Stevens
(No picture)	“My dog so I would have a companion on the island.” —Kerri Beverage
(No picture)	“I would bring a bucket, so I can catch the rain and drink it and use it to haul food back to my camp.” —Sara Jandron
	“Definitely my iPodTM because I have to have my music.” —Kate Jackson
(No picture)	“Gosh, there are so many things that I have become so accustomed to having around me. I guess I would have to say that I would bring my tool box. This way I have a few different options to help with building a shelter and food harvesting.” —Jamie Padstrom
(No picture)	“I cannot live without my dog. And she would be useful for hunting and fishing.” —Howard Krantz
(No picture)	“I know this sounds completely frivolous, but pistachio nuts are something I could not live without eating. Oh can I bring water purification tablets? Nuts are so salty.” —Joseph Mustin
MARLBORO
	“I would bring water because no one can survive without it.” –Steve Laks
	“Healthy food because you wouldn’t be able to survive without eating.” –Ryan Miller
	“I couldn’t live without my new grandson, Tyler Hunter.” –Sally Singer
	“Some potato chips because you need food to live.” –Andrew Schreiber
	“Pizza because it’s just too good to live without.” –Evan Fuchs
(No picture)	“I guess I would have to bring a ladder along so I can climb the trees for food and to see out into the horizon for any rescue ships.” —Scott Schuster
	“If I were to be stranded on a deserted island I would bring along a boat so I would be able to get off the island.” –Felicia Sige
(No picture)	“I would bring a journal to jot down what is going on in my life and on the island. This way there would be a record of my existence, and it would be therapeutic to write down my feelings.” —Carolyn Smitty
	“I would have to say water because you can‘t possibly survive without it.” –Matt Berkowitz
(No picture)	“I would bring a bag full of supplies, almost like an emergency gear bag. In it I would put sunscreen, antibacterial cream, bandaids, nonperishable food...well, you get the drift.” —David Hussey
(No picture)	“All of my favorite music. I think it would help me block out noises that might frighten me at night.” —Skylar Ramin
(No picture)	“Definitely a first aid kit in case I injured myself while I was on the island.” —Freddie Breggin
	“Definitely a copy of Living in Marlboro because you just can’t live without it.” –Ben Haller
(No picture)	“I think I would bring a survival guide. Then I could reference it to help me in any circumstance.” —Jason Wright
(No picture)	“I would bring a lighter or matches, so I would be able to light fires easily to cook the food I catch and for warmth at night.” —Michelle Ward
	“I would bring Mr. Bockman because he is the law and the balance of life.” –Dimitre Dimitropoulos
	“Kate Beckinsale because if you have someone like her alone on an island you could really have a good time. And there isn’t anything better than being stranded on an island with an English woman.” –Tim Dimitropoulos
(No picture)	“I would bring a beacon. This is a piece of equipment that sends off a signal with your coordinates to the Coast Guard or any other type of rescue facility.” —Max Shein
(No picture)	“I would bring my best friend, Agnes (aka Aggie). She is my dog and the best hunter in the world.” —Jaime Max
	“A woman to have fun with.” –Alberto Narvaez
(No picture)	“All of my magazines. I think it is going to be very boring on this island and at least I can read about and keep up on the latest fashion and Hollywood gossip I am missing at home.” —Jackie Clocker
(No picture)	“I would bring a bucket and an axe. This way at night I could use the pail to catch any rainwater; also I can use the bucket to carry things. And the axe is for building a hut for shelter.” —Andrew Stiller
(No picture)	“I honestly do not need to bring anything, because there is no way I could survive on an island without any of today's modern conveniences.” —Allyson Walker
	“That’s easy…I would bring my wife.” –Steve Cohen
(No picture)	“Water purification tablets, to cleanse the water of any impurities. There may be a fresh water source that I could use for drinking and cooking.” —Casey Wilkens
(No picture)	“I think a machete would be extremely beneficial when building a shelter, collecting firewood, and cutting open coconuts.” —Lani Rodriguez
(No picture)	“I cannot live without my designer sunglasses.” —Mercedes Comina
(No picture)	“Bottles of ‘Louisiana Hot Sauce’ so I can make the fish I catch nice and spicy.” —Cameron Dixon

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