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Originally Posted by Michael 61
I’m still a fairly new Villages resident. I took my first vacation since moving here (two week Caribbean cruise). While on the cruise, I proudly told people I had just moved to Florida, and The Villages in particular. Gushed enthusiastically, as I talked about my beautiful new retirement home. Over and over, was met with people questioning my decision, asking if I had done my “homework” ahead of time, and stating that my “honeymoon”will soon wear off. I asked these folks if they had ever visited the Villages - none of them had, but all seemed to have a very strong opinion, mostly negative about The Villages. It became tiresome, having to dispute the false rumors and erroneous stats that they spewed out. It became evident that these strangers did not want me to be happy with my new community and decision I had made. I was frankly taken back that so many people wanted me to feel bad. I guess this is something I will have to get to used to. After awhile, I just told people I was from Central Florida near Orlando, and left it at that. Has anyone else experience this when traveling outside of ‘The Bubble”?
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It’s funny, we’ve had the same experience just THINKING about moving to TV. We’ve been on two lifestyle visits and plan on moving to TV in the future. Our friends are very opinionated about it as well. Like you, I just stopped talking about it. We know what we like and don’t feel it necessary to explain or defend it to anyone. You live in a wonderful place and should enjoy it. I find most people are just envious. Enjoy your new home!