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Old 11-17-2009, 03:54 PM
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It'll be an adjustment... especially if your current life involves contact with younger people. Here's what I found that made the transition easier: keep your former hobbies and interests active here. Don't give up what you love to "fit in". If you loved going to a gym (that's me), keep doing that here. You will find a lot of very kind and well meaning people inviting you to activities (such as cards) that may not be your cup of tea. It's OK to say no thanks. Be patient, go to the pools, dances and parties (such as the Halloween party at Katie Belles) and you will meet a lot of younger people who love to have fun. If you and your s.o. golf sign up to play each week with new couples.... you'll meet zillions of great fun and some younger people. Get familiar witjh the geography... for example, the grocery stores up on and around 441 and the historic section naturally have more residents that have been here a long time... many are now in their 80's and still loving the lifestyle. But, if you spend most of your time there you will be less likely to meet the newer/younger people moving in near 466A. Consider getting a job you enjoy. Don't get discouraged and don't panic... but you are one the younger end of the age curve.