Not a problem, I realized that my wording might have led to confusion. Even so, I'd suggest if someone else other than you gives the correct answer, there is still no problem with that as long as it's the correct answer. That's just me though. :)
I have started playing the real Emerald during your vacation (not playing the emulated version I patched CrystalDust from). I'm being reminded how the maps are set up on that and it seems the most elegant starting Route setup that I've seen in the official games. I haven't checked the last city's map yet (after the broken bridge), but I am yearning for a western exit somewhere in order to let the map go back around in that big blank area. It would be neat seeing the entire shoreline, I think, and it could create more Surf and maybe even some Dive possibilities with the deeper water. That's for later, tho. :)