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Old 05-22-2024, 07:03 AM
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Originally Posted by sharonl7340 View Post
Really hate the politics. Hate the entitlement. Hate that many of these "mature" people (and I use that word lightly) feel they can act any way they want (I actually had a guy cuss me out and kick my tires the other day in the parking lot of a store and I had no idea what I did). Hate that the restaurants are overpriced and has mediocre food. Hate that I have to drive through congested areas to just get to shopping areas. Hate that renting is so prevalent in the neighborhoods (no real neighbors to connect with). Hate the prices of everything (all the merchants just assume I came with a $1 million dollar portfolio--NOT). Hate the monopolization of the restaurants, healthcare, and other things. Hate the attitude of "if you don't like it, leave!" It just isn't as simple as that.

Love that it is beautiful; Love our little house and yard; Love that there are walking areas (although I wish there were more that are shaded). Love that the snowbirds leave. Discovered I love golf (didn't play until we moved here). Love that we have a lanai where the cats can sit and watch the wildlife. Love the diverse wildlife- I never get tired of the Sand Hill Cranes. Love the biodiversity.

So don't tell me to just leave!
Actually, it is just that simple. In fact, it is easier than when you came here. You can easily research other communities in Florida because they are just a car drive away.