Mystic is a thriving Family town

I am a resident of Mystic, and manage short term rentals. Most of my guests come to mystic with their children, grandparents, or to visit their grandchildren and family. Groups that chose strs over hotels often do so because they have young and older people that a house is better suited for. Some have lived here before, and want to come back to a place that feels like home- not a hotel. All have been courteous, friendly, and responsible. A few guests, I have kept in contact with as friends. It makes me sad that the biggest complaint I see is people don't want " transients". That has such a diminutive connotation to it. And, in many cases just isn't true- they are people with ties to the area through family, or having lived here before.

Times are changing, towns can grow- or die. Mystic, in the midst of a global pandemic and economic uncertainty has thrived- and you can thank the people who keep coming here. Restaurants and new businesses are busy. Properties- often built 100 years ago, are maintained by str owners- no cheap feat. Money is moving around to landscapers, and contractors, cleaning services, and maintenance crews. There is a micro economy that supports the businesses in town, as well as those that live around it. Mystic is a tourist destination- I don't think you can turn back the clock on that one.