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The ONLY valid argument on this thread regarding the placement of crosses on a front lawn is the one regarding Deed Restrictions. Arguing over the validity of religion and how to practice it, is not relevant to the issue, even though many of us wish to disagree with each other on their translation of the Bible or related to the atheists, whether they believe in a deity or not.
I did not move to The Villages because of deed restrictions, politics, or supposed security gates. Of course I will adhere to any rules or else move to a better location. BUT, as long as my neighbors are flexible with the rules I can be tolerant also. If someone challenges my choice in personalizing my property, I will likely make corrections and if it goes against my nature to change, I will move.
Personally, my nose is not in my neighbor's business and what they do does not bother me in the slightest with regards to how they personalize their homes. Almost every home in my neighborhood has been personalized, whether they are following the rules or not, I don't know and don't care. That said, homes for sale in my neighborhood sell within days of listing, and over half a million bucks per sale, I do not feel that a few lawn ornaments has sullied their worth.
Just my opinion.
Folks are correct in saying "well rules are rules." I agree. I also agree with those that want flexibility such as others get in other neighborhoods. I do not see how someone on here can demand that folks in other neighborhoods than theirs comply with their wishes. Like I said before, for every rule or law I have seen exceptions and flexibility.
This discussion seems to come up every month. It's interesting, but we hardly ever hear anything new. I realize that to some, a cross reminds them that they might be missing something in their lives. It makes them scared, especially as they draw closer and closer to their expiration date. Others sound like elitists, that fear that their property value might decrease. They have no intention of selling their homes, but bragging about the worth of their home is something that make life great, huh?