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Originally Posted by Aces4

Your post makes much sense but I have to laugh at the last paragraph. That pretty much covers the activities in our northern state.

Swimming, golfing in summer, dancing.. only we can enjoy that even if it rains, biking and pickleball. Indoor facilities create great opportunities. When not golfing in the winter months, it’s a great time to volunteer and give back. People walk much more in the northern states and don’t jump in a golf cart at every opportunity so they don’t have to walk. They also don’t watch the clock so they can start drinking.

The Villages is perfect for some, not the cup of tea though, that many signed up for when they arrived. Those individuals don’t need to be enlightened as to why they need to embrace this retirement development. They no longer care for it. Life is all about choices and raising questions about their current home helps make their decision.

The vision of the bloated population thumb of this state against the rest of the US is compelling. In 2022, Florida was the fastest growing state which is probably great news if one moved here from Manhattan. For others, that is not great news. There is no wrong choice or perfect location, just enjoy what floats your boat.

As a side note, we currently know three couples leaving The Villages but that makes room for those who will embrace it.

Knowing of couples leaving is not a new phenomenon, twenty years ago when we bought our first home, there were people leaving. A blanket statement “they are leaving” doesn’t cut it….there are many reasons……