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Originally Posted by Michael 61
As luck would have it, my 2023 Gas Yahama Cart without warning, completely shut off while coming out of a tunnel under Meggison, just south of the Brownwood bridge. Has a full tank of gas. A kind lady was behind me and assisted me in pushing it away from the tunnel entrance, and near the ramp of the path. I called Villages Golf Carts, who advised me I was still under warranty, and called my cart tow insurer (American Golf Cart Association), who were very punctual, sending out a tow about 25 minutes after my call.
While waiting for the tow, I thought it would be interesting to track how many cart drivers would check-in with me or offer assistance while I was broken down at the entrance to the tunnel. Almost 100 carts passed me during this waiting time. About two-thirds of the carts either stopped or asked if I needed help as they passed me. Several offered me water. Several were willing to wait with me until the tow came. One offered to meet me at Villages Golf Carts and drive me back to my home.
Of the remaining third, half of that group did smile and wave at me, but kept on driving. The other half of that third did not make eye contact with me and kept driving past me.
Overall, I was very impressed with the friendliness and willingness of the vast majority of those who came upon me while I was waiting for a tow. This is truly an extremely friendly and caring community. I don’t think you’d have that many good samaritans stop in other places in this country. I’m very grateful to those who stopped and offered their encouraging words, and I am so blessed to be here in The Villages. It truly is America’s Friendliest hometown!
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Right on the money.
I walk a lot on the MMPs and scarcely a time goes by, especially on the hotter days, when someone doesn't offer me a ride. Usually several someones. They'll offer water also. Men and women.
Can you think of any other place this size in the country where older folks, both genders, offer a complete stranger a ride? I certainly can't.