It's always been my belief that only boring people get bored. Also, you're only as young as you feel -- and I swear, in The Villages I feel 20 years younger than I would up North. I, too, like some down time. It can be overwhelming. But after living here for over 4 years now, my husband and I have formed lasting friendships with people all over The Villages and of course, we are very lucky to have such wonderful neighbors. But you can't sit in your house and hope they come to you! You have to get out there and get involved.
I'm sure you'll strike a happy balance. And if you find yourself just sitting around one day (highly unlikely) with nothing to do, just pick up the paper and browse or the weekly activity supplement -- there is never a shortage of interesting and fun things to do in The Villages. I thought my husband would miss working. Not for a minute!!!
The first few months we lived here, not knowing anyone, we'd see tables of people at the parades, etc. and I'd wonder "how did they ever get to know each other? Will we ever have all those friends?" Now... we can't get enough tables together to fit our gang of people! haha!
Welcome and enjoy on your new lifestyle. I bet you'll find yourself in the morning, sitting on your lanai, sipping your coffee, saying to yourself "how did I ever get this lucky!" I know I do!!!
