[redwitch]

Fran, one thing to remember about online is that people are not always what they seem. I vaguely remember Muncle at one of the Crispers' get togethers. Sadly, he hasn't come since. He was fun, charming, a good guy to meet and know. The other thing is to take what you want and leave the rest.

I'm like you -- I'm not a big fan of the developer. I don't begrudge them the money they have made, I just don't like how much they really do own and the secretiveness of some of that ownership (Citizens Bank, all of the TV beauty salons and barbershops, etc.). I will always appreciate the concept of Harold Schwartz, the implementation of that concept by Gary Morse and the continuation of TV by Mark Morse, et al. I don't have to like everything about them, just like I don't have to like everything about my neighbors, my best friend or anyone else.

I've met you briefly and hope to meet you again for a longer period the next time. From what I could tell, you, too, are charming -- at least everyone at your table was laughing and having a good time. Some of your posts do come across as negative but I'd guess that is more because we can't see your face or body language is you type. However, I also know you do love The Villages and you couldn't imagine wanting to live elsewhere. So, ignore those who don't understand you and enjoy the good here.