The character expresses frustration with the isolated location, referring to it sarcastically as a "damned hellhole." He doubts the availability of cell service, pointing out that the island is known only for its mosquitoes. Despite his complaints, the narrator's experience in the woods suggests that the mosquitoes aren't as bothersome as he claims, indicating that the man's bad mood might be influencing his perception.

This tension reflects the man's irritability, likely stemming from a recent encounter where he had an accident involving a deer. The narrator realizes this and sees his unyielding negativity as unwarranted, highlighting how circumstances can color one's mood and outlook on the environment around them.