Addiction to TOTV?

[KathieI]

How bad is your addiction to TOTV??

I'll give you my view, after 9 days, 10 hours and 41 minutes:

There is no food in this house - husband has broken into the "big one" earthquake storage of food and water

The bills are piling up (thank Goodness some bills are on auto pmt electronically)

No drinking water in this house (in L.A. you can't drink tap water)

Haven't had fresh air in days

Behind on house cleaning and dishes piling up in sink

Haven't used the washing machine in 9 days, 10 hours, 41 min.

Do ya think I'm in trouble??? Anyone have a support group to help me!!
Please tell me I'm not alone!!

Your TOTV friend, Kathie

[punkpup]

Hahahahahaha 1rnfl

We admitted we were powerless over TOTV - that our lives had become unmanageable.

Meeting times will be posted on the web site soon.

[beady]

Kath, you are hilarious. 1rnfl
Now, I will not feel guilty when I spend an hour or 2 or 3 on TOTV. I keep reminding myself that the information shared is very valuable and I can't afford to miss a thing.

[nONIE]

I am so relieved to hear there are others that share my addictive condition. I was really getting concerned and so is my family! count me in on the support group! ::)

[KathieI]

Not that I want to "pat" myself on my back, but this is the kind of humor we should be having on TOTV. We are not curing cancer or solving world problems, this is fun folks and lets have it. And.... along the way, exchange information in a kind, friendly manner without all the below the belt punches. Those who don't want to read something, then DON'T read it. If you do, than welcome. Lighten up!

Life's too short and then you die.

Kath

see I can be serious and mad too!!

[redwitch]

Hi, my name is Red. I am a TOTV addict. I have been away from this site for 5 hours 37 minutes. I relapsed this evening! Can anyone save me from myself?

[samhass]

You'll be fine, Red. Not all addictions are bad for you!!

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Hi Red, perhaps we should start a support group.

Kathie, just made the top 10 of TOTV.

Hyacinth Bucket

[kregski]

Yes. I to am an addict. I read the entire thread on dog poop.

[nhsnowbird]

My family thinks I'm crazy and I think I know everyone on TOTV ... my best friends. I know I have a problem!

[KathieI]

Yes, I'm afraid we do need a support group. This is frightening :yikes:

Open my eyes at 6:45, make coffee, give dogs their crackers, and in 15 min. on TOTV to see whas happenin'.... yes, I think I need a straight jacket, one that covers my hands so I can't type. Looks like we'll have a large group.

Shall we start electing a group leader? Wanna post nominees??

Morning, Kathie

[nONIE]

Kath, there is no question who our group ficilatator will be!!!! Can ya guess? 024

[REDCART]

I'd be willing to bet that our good buddy Oshunluva had a similar addiction and that he's made a New Year's resolution to stay away, and get some work done. I'm considering it but until 1/02, I stick around and help TalkHost reach his December goal. George

[KathieI]

Me too, Gary. My new years resolution will be to cut down time on TOTV and get my chores done. But in the meantime, will stay on to break records.

Nonie, no, who should be the facilitator? Me, no, no time, I'm on TOTV too much.

Later, Kath

[KathieI]

Sorry meant George.

[Hyacinth Bucket]

I think we need a name for our group. Any suggestions?

I think we should nominate DickY and Tal for co-presidents. I am making this suggestion based on the number of hours and/or posts they have.

Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary are up for grabs.

Bailiff - I nominate Handie for that position - this is based on the number of times he has used this symbol :cop: and if needs be he could play another role :joke: when fences need to be mended

All members of the support group should have their own computers.

Communication - via a thread or Chat rooms - so that those not in TV can be active participating members.

Dues - since we do not need an official room from TV - I propose we do away with the annual dues.

We can follow Roberts Rules, so as not to have a need for a :cop:

Please remember all of the above is presented IMHO.

Hyacinth Bucket

[KathieI]

Good job, HB, I support all your recommendations :bigthumbsup:
(IMHO, of course, remember how shy I am) :redface: :redface:



Kathie,

Empress of most addicted!!

[JohnN]

I'll admit I come to TOTV daily, and multiple times a day, it's my favorite threat even though I don't yet live there! So, I'll join as a member, not yet ready for an office! LOLOL

[KathieI]

JohnN, welcome to the club and TOTV as a member!! Many of us don't live in TV yet either, but we're just waiting for the day when all our dreams come true.

See you on Chat.

Kathie :redface:

[The Great Fumar]

Ok thats it, I've just got to take some breaks from TOTV. I didn't realize what a problem I had until I shut off my computer to install my new Christmas present ( a wireless router) .... I learned that my wife left me nine days ago and I wasn't aware of it......So I made a new years res. to get out of the house more in 2008...
So here I am sitting in my golf cart in the backyard on my laptop talking to TOTV.....
NOW THAT WORKS , DOESN'T IT ???????

The addicted Fumar

[DickY]

As with others about to retire I will follow William Tecumseh Sherman's lead upon his retirement from the Army in 1884, "If nominated, I will not run; if elected, I will not serve." :duck: I will just feed my addiction with multiple daily viewings and the occasional comment. 024

[KathieI]

Great Posts, everybody. :a20:

Fumar, at least I knew my husband left me, geez, you're worse than I am.!!!

Enjoy the outdoors, I have to go food shopping now. Finished the PB & J yesterday so absolutely nothing left to eat today.

Later, Kath

[Peggy D]

Glad to hear I am in good company when it comes to this site. I can't walk by the computer without signing in on TOTV. That's pretty bad.

[REDCART]

Isn't funny! There's Pat and JohnZ, but not too many other couples who share this addiction. My wife hasn't been to TOTV even once (to my knowledge) and she's not even curious. For me, it satisfies my need to be in TV.

[punkpup]

Addiction to TOTV hmmmmmmmm ??? :dontknow: ??? :dontknow: ??? :dontknow:

I just figured out how to log in and post on the forums from my cell phone ;D

[Lady Jan]

Another addict here!!! I

would love it if we could get internet access everywhere in TV. That way I could use my laptop or cell phone to log on to TOTV anytime and anywhere.

[Hyacinth Bucket]

It is always good to know that one is in excellent company. By all the post made I feel this is validated.

1. DickY, to my knowledge, of course also IMHO, when one is not present and is elected to a post, one accepts graciously. Thank you for the quote. George Washington, said something similar and became our first President. He turned down being King.

2. Great Fumar; What type of router did you get? We have been looking at some at Staples.

3. HELP HELP I will be working nearly the whole month of Jan. and do not know how often I will have access to a computer - I will be out of the country. :dontknow: (Creating a proposal for two groups of travellers. I will be posting a travellogue, but that is not the same.) I NEED ADVICE FROM ALL OF YOU - I DO NOT WANT TO GO THROUGH WITHDRAWL PAINS.

4. Punkpup, I will have to get a cell phone, so I can follow your lead. Thank you.

5. Kathie, after reading your post, do you want to be Social Secretary?

6. Kathie, if there is no opposition, I will also nominate you for the position of Empress of Most Addicted, but I am afraid you may have competition for this position.

7. Donna, I think can also be nominated for Empress of Most Addicted. I will nominate her also.

Respectfully submitted,

Hyacinth Bucket ( I do hope that this is read and viewed - with the same intent that I am writing it.)

[KathieI]

HB you are wonderful! :#1:

Can't help you out about January and how to stay in touch, but I have a lot of Valium I can loan you for the Withdrawal problems you will have. Maybe they will help. :pop:

As far as the position of Social Secretary, whats the pay??? Pension, Bonuses, Pd vacation? I don't ask for much.

Yup, agree, Ms Donna is the empress. :bow: :bow:

Especially because she has those wonderful emotions and also she practically started the chat room. I'll happily concede to Donna. lovehorse Just don't give her my paying job. Love Kath :redface: :redface:

[scottke]

Addicted? :dontknow: My husband thinks so and I don't come close to some of you but every time I'm near the computer I do log on to see what's happening and what I've missed. I just don't post as often as some of you. When I'm on TOTV my husband then wants to know what's going on and what everyone is saying. It's a great way to stay in touch.

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Hi Scottke,

Your statement is very impressive. "When I'm on TOTV my husband then wants to know what's going on and what everyone is saying. It's a great way to stay in touch."

By staying in touch with everybody on TOTV you are also communicating more with your husband.

Any marriage counsellors out there? A remedy on how to increase communication with your spouse.

HB

[cakey]

One thing I don't understand is...why would anyone who lives at or is visiting TV, want to be online talking to people on this board? I would rather be out enjoying TV.

[Hope2b]

Just checked in before going to Katie Belles.

[ouma1938]

Omigosh! I am an addict! Just like Kreski I read the entire thread on dog poop and I don't even own a dog. Just birds now, and I promise when I move to TV I won't let my birds poop on anyone's lawn.

[nONIE]

Ouma,

Very cute post, one good thing ;about bird poop, no oder so other birds wont pick up the scent and poop on the lawn after them!!! LOL No fuss no muss!

[REDCART]

Cakey, You make a point. Probably because they're a little sadistic and get some pleasure knowing that it's nice and warm in TV, and the rest of us are freezing our buns off.

[Barefoot]

Ok thats it, I've just got to take some breaks from TOTV. I didn't realize what a problem I had until I shut off my computer to install my new Christmas present ( a wireless router) .... I learned that my wife left me nine days ago and I wasn't aware of it......So I made a new years res. to get out of the house more in 2008...
So here I am sitting in my golf cart in the backyard on my laptop talking to TOTV.....
NOW THAT WORKS , DOESN'T IT ???????

The addicted Fumar


I know (per Talkhost's reminder) that we're not supposed to use the Forum to make a personal comment to just one person. But this thread seems to be an exception. So I'll say it ... Fumar, you're a riot. :a20:

[Donna]

HB, Kathi..

What makes you two think I am addicted??http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/putertired.gif (http://www.millan.net)http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/gaah.gif (http://www.millan.net)

Is it because I get on the TOTV before my morning coffee??http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/coffeescreen.gif (http://www.millan.net)

Is it because I am logged on all day, so I can just check and not waste time logging in??http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/putersmile1.gif (http://www.millan.net)

Is it because I have a compulsive physiological and psychological need for TOTV??http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/fightoputer.gif (http://www.millan.net)

Is it because I have the condition of being habitually or compulsively occupied with TOTV Chat Room?http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/chatsmileys.gif (http://www.millan.net)

Is it because TOTV has altered my mood, energy level, and behavior, especially when this site is down?http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/lousyputer.gif (http://www.millan.net)http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/nervoussmiley.gif (http://www.millan.net)

Addiction is a chronic, but treatable..http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/panic.gif (http://www.millan.net)http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/grouphugg.gif (http://www.millan.net)

[Sgt Mac]

:agree:Yep . . . its 249am I'am at Work Looking at TOTV
Hi Da Sgt

[Barefoot]

You know you're addicted to TOTV when you get up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom, and since you're up anyway, check the computer for new posts! ;D

[nONIE]

Good one Barefoot, :bigthumbsup: If this old klunker didnt take so long to power up Im sure I would check it too on bathroom trips. Im too anxious to get back to sleep tho!

[Donna]

You know you're addicted to TOTV when you get up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom, and since you're up anyway, check the computer for new posts! ;D


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[KathieI]

Mornin': Okay, finally awake, had coffee, doggies had cookies, now I can post:

You know your addicted when,

You celebrate NYE at 9pm Pacific time, with all your friends in the east on TOTV
You stay up till midnight Pacific time and look to see whose still up in the east on TOTV so they can wish you Happy NY

Your up at 3am for bio break and log on to see who's posted for the new year
You wake up at 8am and see above

Before I post at 8am, I check the stats to see how the "dead heat" between Donna and I is progressing. Sad, cause she's 24 min. more than me, but I'll make it up!!

Don't know about you folks, but I see my shrink tomorrow and guess what the topic of conversation is gonna be???

Happy New Year everybody, looks like 08 is gonna be extremely successful for TOTV but not sure about our personal relationships at home, however! Anyone want my shrink's name? Let me know.

Love Kathie

[Hyacinth Bucket]

I propose that Doggie Doo Run to increase their revenue should have internet access and computer stations.

That way while the "masters and mistresses" can have fun while their puppies socialize.

HB

[nONIE]

HB, you are a riot! arent we supposed to be socializing ourselves at Doggie Do Run? I guess totv is considered socializing but we gotta take a break once in a while! ::)

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Nonie, check on the stats and ask Kathie.

Based on the number of hours, days and number of posts on TOTV there is a lot of non-face to non-face communication going on. Who knows perhaps some romances.

When I wrote what I did, it was meant to be humorous and not taken seriously.

What is serious is, not being able to log onto TOTV to often in the next month.

From an Addict

HB

[KathieI]

Ms Bouquet, told you I have a lot of Valium for you in Jan. You're gonna be having severe withdrawals during your trip.

I think the I'm gonna strap my puter onto my back so I can do TOTV anytime I want. Good Idea, huh.

see ya later in chat, Love Kath

[beady]

Does checking in at least 3 times a day count as an addiction??
If so , I guess I need intervention. ::) ::)

[nONIE]

This topic has been alot of fun and I am amazed at how many addicted people are among us! What can we possibly attribute this to! :dontknow:

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Kathie I think this is an excellent idea. Now all you have to do is create world wide free wireless internet service.

OMG - Can u imagine that?

HB

[KathieI]

Barb, Nonie, HB, Beady, we are all just crazy!!! that's it.

xcuse me, anybody got a strap for me and my puter????

Love ya, K.

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Yes, Kathie, anything for a another addict.

HB

[Muncle]

You know you're addicted to TOTV when you get up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom, and since you're up anyway, check the computer for new posts! ;D


Don't know about that. I couldn't sleep so I went into the den to read a bit of TOTV. Figured while I was up, I might as well go to the bathroom.

But I am not addicted. I absolutely refuse to be an addict. I don't have the time to go to any more meetings.

[Irish Rover]

We have been in TV for a week and this is the first time I have logged on. It has changed a bit (volume & bad drivers) but still active and fun. Now that I'm here I'm wondering why the folks who are on line constantly are not out doing something. It was cold the last two days but there was still lots of things to do. GET OUT - GET OFF THE COMPUTER - enjoy what you moved here for. Let the people in the snow up North fantasize about what's happening here.
Happy New Year and Enjoy TV :bigthumbsup:

[Hope2b]

I will be more active as soon as
#1 The weather gets warmer
#2 Snowbirds leave
(I love many Snowbirds and one is my cousin but it is nice when the crowds are gone for awhile.)
Welcome to TV !!!!!!!

[Taltarzac]

I will be more active as soon as
#1 The weather gets warmer
#2 Snowbirds leave
(I love many Snowbirds and one is my cousin but it is nice when the crowds are gone for awhile.)
Welcome to TV !!!!!!!


Hear that about the cold.

What addiction to TOTV asks the person with 11 days and 27 minutes and counting for stats? Us TOTV users are catching up to the Administrators Talk Host and Tony for time spent on TOTV. https://www.talkofthevillages.com/smf/index.php?action=stats

[Barefoot]

One thing I don't understand is...why would anyone who lives at or is visiting TV, want to be online talking to people on this board? I would rather be out enjoying TV.

I can tell you why I still post on this board, even though I now live in TV.

Because I am grateful for all the assistance and support I received from TOTV members when I was a wannabee instead of a newbie. ;D

We were living in Canada when we purchased a house in TV "sight unseen" in April 2007. We knew it would be late October before we would be coming to TV. During that six-month wait, TOTV posters were an incredible help! We managed to get some renovations done, house painted, tv/phone/cable hook-up arranged, etc., before we arrived. All through advise and assistance from the wonderful people on TOTV. :clap2:

I made a promise to myself that after I moved to TV, I would try to offer any information or assistance I could to wantabees or newbies. Also, once I started living here I got to meet a whole bunch of wonderful people through TOTV gatherings. :beer2:

Loving it in TV
BF

[Taltarzac]

I can tell you why I still post on this board, even though I now live in TV.

Because I am grateful for all the assistance and support I received from TOTV members when I was a wannabee instead of a newbie. ;D

We were living in Canada when we purchased a house in TV "sight unseen" in April 2007. We knew it would be late October before we would be coming to TV. During that six-month wait, TOTV posters were an incredible help! We managed to get some renovations done, house painted, tv/phone/cable hook-up arranged, etc., before we arrived. All through advise and assistance from the wonderful people on TOTV. :clap2:

I made a promise to myself that after I moved to TV, I would try to offer any information or assistance I could to wantabees or newbies. Also, once I started living here I got to meet a whole bunch of wonderful people through TOTV gatherings. :beer2:

Loving it in TV
BF


What a nice post Barefoot at Last. :bigthumbsup:

I do not think I would ever want to be barefoot in Canada with the winter cold and then the summer mosquitoes.

[Hyacinth Bucket]

We now have a home in TV - and all I can say is that my feelings are the same as Barefoot's. :agree:

We are now in a position to pass on all the extremely helpful info we received from other TV'ers who live in TV. They took the time out of their busy schedules to help others who they did not know.

I think this speaks loud enough of the people who live in TV.

You are all :#1: :#1: :#1: in my book.

Thank you for all of your help - you made our transition to TV go smoother.

Hyacinth Bucket

[KathieI]

Good, I'm going to rely on you guys when I'm making my transition. Thanks for all your help thus far. Its been great but there will be, I guarantee you, a lot more questions before I finally move there.

Love ya, Kath

[Taltarzac]

Good, I'm going to rely on you guys when I'm making my transition. Thanks for all your help thus far. Its been great but there will be, I guarantee you, a lot more questions before I finally move there.

Love ya, Kath


You should be a Veteran Member by then (February 12, 2008?) KathieI. And I will probably be approaching 1400 posts on TOTV. I have around that many or more on Findlaw's boards even if they are archived but then again I started on Findlaw in April of 2002 and picked up a particularly nasty false friend which curtailed my desire to post on Findlaw even more. Thankfully, I have not seen many really vicious posters on TOTV.

The Administrators do a very good job of keeping these boards on TOTV rather friendly, polite and civil even if the really virulent (poisonous) exchanges are more entertaining.

[KathieI]

Agree Tal, I'm movin on up, pretty quickly. :bigthumbsup:

Guess I'm finally coming out of my "shyness". :redface: :redface:

That's my new goal, veteran member by Feb. 12!!! :super:

Waa hoo!! 040

How many is that BTW??? :dontknow:

K.

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Kathie,

Congratulations. :hot: :hot: :hot: :2cool: :2cool: :beer3: :beer2: :clap2: 040

I have been so worried about you. I was afraid you would never overcome your shyness. 040

When I read your post I :a20: 1rnfl

What more can I say. You are now blooming so all can see. Will you be a beautiful Rose, Gardenia, Orchid, what?

I know one thing you will definitely not be a "bloomin onion." ;)
HB

[Donna]

Kathi..

You are shy?? http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/laugh3.gif (http://www.millan.net) http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/teehee.gif (http://www.millan.net)

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[beady]

Just to add my 2 cents about why I still post and read now that I am a Villager.
1) It's fun and entertaining.
2) I am still getting useful info from other members and Villagers
3) I'm afraid I will miss something
4) Need to keep in touch with forum friends, so many nice ,talented people.

[KathieI]

Good posts ladies.

But you'll see in Feb., I'm am truly shy and retiring....
Need to have help coming out of my shell.

Beady, you're posts are great too. I feel the same way. Afaid I'll miss something - and aren't these people creative.

HB and Donna, you're both nutcases - but I love ya. :-* :-*


Kathie

[scottke]

Addicted? - I was starting to shake because I hadn't spent enought time on TOTV in the past few days. Weekend is here and now I'll be checkin' a lot. Love reading through this post with all of you addicts. I'm going to have to start taking meds early for when we come to our new home in Feb as we don't have a computer there. OH MY, OH MY what will I do. Truly love all the info and reading the posts. You start to think you really know everyone who posts when in fact I haven't met anyone. :)

[Barefoot]

Addicted? - I'm going to have to start taking meds early for when we come to our new home in Feb as we don't have a computer there. :)

Scottke, :welcome:
When you come to your new home in February:

1) Your computer won't be hooked up yet
2) You will join all the other bleary eyed newbies at Wal Mart shopping with their "lists"
for hours every day and discussing with their spouses what colour towels to buy
3) If you don't have furniture, you'll spend the rest of your time at Southern Lifestyles,
Rooms To Go, or Bargains and Treasures
4) You will not miss TOTV for at least a week, you'll be too darn tired

Then one day you'll wake up and say "OMG, what have I missed, I need to get to a computer".. The local library has computers you can use for free. This will prompt you to get computer service in your house, and you'll be back to TOTV addiction in no time. 024

Been there, done that
BF

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Barefoot,

I thought for awhile that Linen n Things was our home. Then there was Lowes and Home Depot. Staples for other supplies.

At one point I thought we should sell our house in Belvedere and move to Spanish Springs. It felt like we could drive there with our eyes closes.

HB

[KathieI]

Oh my Gosh, Ladies, you're scaring me! Is that what I have to look forward to??? I'd better bring a lot of Prozac, sounds like I'm gonna need them. ;D

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Kathie,

I thought Valium was your med of choice.

Since you are renting you can do all of these things at your own pace. I am sure golfnut will provide you with towels and things, but will he provide you with TP?

HB

[Taltarzac]

Scottke, :welcome:
When you come to your new home in February:

1) Your computer won't be hooked up yet
2) You will join all the other bleary eyed newbies at Wal Mart shopping with their "lists"
for hours every day and discussing with their spouses what colour towels to buy
3) If you don't have furniture, you'll spend the rest of your time at Southern Lifestyles,
Rooms To Go, or Bargains and Treasures
4) You will not miss TOTV for at least a week, you'll be too darn tired

Then one day you'll wake up and say "OMG, what have I missed, I need to get to a computer".. The local library has computers you can use for free. This will prompt you to get computer service in your house, and you'll be back to TOTV addiction in no time. 024

Been there, done that
BF


Not only does the Villages Public Library have about 8 computers for free use, but the Savannah Center has a computer room with free access to computers (@10), while every recreation center in TV has wireless access as well if you have a laptop with that capability. The Lady Lake Library (352-753-2957) near the intersection of US441/27 and CR466 (but off a side road) has about 9 public access free computers as well.

[Talk Host]

every recreation center in TV has wireless access as well if you have a laptop with that capability.


Some of the recreation centers do not have wireless access. I have spoken to numerous groups at various recreation centers about TOTV. Some of them do not have internet access and will not allow it. I spoke recently at one of the newer centers south of 466 and the Villages absolutely forbid me from using the internet (not even dial-up). They would not give a reason for not allowing it in the buildings.

[Taltarzac]

I propose that Doggie Doo Run to increase their revenue should have internet access and computer stations.

That way while the "masters and mistresses" can have fun while their puppies socialize.

HB


There's people socializing going on at the shelters at the Doggie Doo Run Run in the small dog and large dog areas. The big field is too big for a lot of human interaction even if the dogs still manage to mingle.

I usually just listen for juicy gossip and watch my dog Sport though and stay calm and quiet. That's kind of difficult with some of the characters you find at Doggie Doo Run Run though-- both canine and human characters.

[scottke]

Wow all of you are so experienced. I guess we'll be shopping a lot. Southern Lifestyles is putting a loaner couch in the house for us and our bed and one night stand will be there. Some furniture that we ordered won't be ready yet and the remainder will come from our home in NJ. We do have to go and get a washer & dryer and a TV and then continue to look for other things we will need. I've already shipped some boxes to empty nest to put in the house - towels, sheets, toilet paper, soap etc. as we don't arrive until about 8:30p and won't have a car or cart until the next day. You just don't realize the basics that you need until you start to shop. There are times it all seems overwhelming. When that happens I'll sit on the floor in the lanai and have a glass of wine. Guess you're right I won't be thinking of a computer too often.

[Taltarzac]

Some of the recreation centers do not have wireless access. I have spoken to numerous groups at various recreation centers about TOTV. Some of them do not have internet access and will not allow it. I spoke recently at one of the newer centers south of 466 and the Villages absolutely forbid me from using the internet (not even dial-up). They would not give a reason for not allowing it in the buildings.


I stand corrected then.

[Boomer]

When we were there, it was the regional rec centers only for wireless. Savannah Center also had computers available for those with resident ID's. I liked the system at the Savannah Center because the computers automatically shut down after an hour of use.

At The Villages branch of the public library, there was wireless access. The library also had computers available. I believe the time allowed was 45 minutes and a sign-in sheet was used. At the time school was letting out, those computers could get pretty busy with kids from the high school. I will say that the kids were all very polite and respectful of the time restraints. The ones I saw who had to be reminded by the librarian that their time was up responded nicely. I hope that is always the case. I know that public access computers can become a problem for librarians in some situations, unless they happen to have had previous careers as bouncers.

[Taltarzac]

When we were there, it was the regional rec centers only for wireless. Savannah Center also had computers available for those with resident ID's. I liked the system at the Savannah Center because the computers automatically shut down after an hour of use.

At The Villages branch of the public library, there was wireless access. The library also had computers available. I believe the time allowed was 45 minutes and a sign-in sheet was used. At the time school was letting out, those computers could get pretty busy with kids from the high school. I will say that the kids were all very polite and respectful of the time restraints. The ones I saw who had to be reminded by the librarian that their time was up responded nicely. I hope that is always the case. I know that public access computers can become a problem for librarians in some situations, unless they happen to have had previous careers as bouncers.


The Villages Public Library is right across the street from the Villages High School so you will often find teens at the computers when they are out and about. The Lady Lake Library also gets a lot of kids too.

I would just go there frequently if you have a library that is convenient for you in location so that you can get a feel of the traffic flow.

Savannah Center's computer room can have high use times too.

[Boomer]

-forgot to say in the above post that the wireless access at the regional rec centers required resident ID's also. You cannot get in to the regional rec centers without one and you need the ID to log in to the wireless also.

(They were checking ID's carefully at the time. I think there had been crashers from a neighboring community who had invaded a water fitness class. That was the rumor anyway.)

[Taltarzac]

-forgot to say in the above post that the wireless access at the regional rec centers required resident ID's also. You cannot get in to the regional rec centers without one and you need the ID to log in to the wireless also.

(They were checking ID's carefully at the time. I think there had been crashers from a neighboring community who had invaded a water fitness class. That was the rumor anyway.)


Is not the golf pin number involved with the Villages ID somehow with the wireless access? I do not have a lap top so I have never used the wireless in TV. :dontknow:

I do not golf so I thought that even if I had a laptop I would have to do something about getting this pin number for wireless?

[Boomer]

As I recall, it did have something to do with the golf number.

[Hope2b]

Is not the golf pin number involved with the Villages ID somehow with the wireless access? I do not have a lap top so I have never used the wireless in TV. :dontknow:

I do not golf so I thought that even if I had a laptop I would have to do something about getting this pin number for wireless?

When you closed on your house you were assigned an ID and golf password. ID is on your Villages ID and your golf # a peice of paper they gave you when you got your ID card. from closing.

[Taltarzac]

When you closed on your house you were assigned an ID and golf password. ID is on your Villages ID and your golf # a peice of paper they gave you when you got your ID card. from closing.


Good to know. I have not golfed here in TV so I am not sure what this was but another person in the household does golf a few times a week.

[another Linda]

Way to early to start this ... still at work.

[nONIE]

Its o.k. Linda, we understand completely! ;)

[samhass]

You mean I'm not the only one who does this?????
And, as you can see, I'm even looking at old threads.






You know you're addicted to TOTV when you get up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom, and since you're up anyway, check the computer for new posts! ;D

[tony]

bump

[renielarson]

Addicted? Geesh..I check TOTV when my school children are at their special classes (music, gym, art) and on my lunch....

This is one of the few sites my school district hasn't banned....

Shhhhhh....don't tell them, ok?

[nONIE]

mums the word brightspot! ;)

[whartonjelly]

I am so happy that I am not alone!:BigApplause:

[graciegirl]

Addicted? Who's addicted? I wasn't when this thread was started.

[Taltarzac]

Nor...graciegirl!

[Pturner]

One morning last week, I told DH I had woken up about 4 a.m. and couldn't go back to sleep. He said, "any good posts?"

One evening earlier this year he told me he almost decided to log on and post, "If anybody sees my wife in one of these threads will you please tell her I miss her." :o

I just read this whole thread and thought, "Oh, these poor people. Thank goodness I'm not addicted!" :rolleyes:

[Shimpy]

I suggest we start an organization called TOTV Anonymous. If you get the uncontrollable urge to get on TOTV, call another member and the two of you can get together and get drunk.

[2BNTV]

You know you�re an addict when:
1. You work a 40 hour week and are logged on for over 35 hours.
2. You get annoyed when someone asks you to do something that interferes with posting. They actually expect me to work?
3. You get angry when you lose a post because the system at work logs you out and you didn�t notice before hitting the submit icon. I was working.
4. You are upset the day you can�t watch video�s because the work administrator has blocked that function.
5. You can�t wait to sign on after reading the Sunday newspaper.
6. You admire people who have read the entire �dog poop� thread.
7. You can�t wait to read of members who have moved to TV.
8. You look forward to reading about happy people.
9. You need to feel connected to TV.
10. What you really care about is getting valuable information to move to TV.

KathieI � The Mayor.
GracieGirl � The Most Posts
Tal - Almost as many as GracieGirl.

To all the wonderful TOTV members who help in keeping my sanity.

[mak44070]

You know you�re an addict when:

5. You can�t wait to sign on after reading the Sunday newspaper.
To all the wonderful TOTV members who help in keeping my sanity.

You read the Sunday newspaper BEFORE you log on to TOTV????
WOW, I must be more addicted than I thought!

[graciegirl]

You know you�re an addict when:
1. You work a 40 hour week and are logged on for over 35 hours.
2. You get annoyed when someone asks you to do something that interferes with posting. They actually expect me to work?
3. You get angry when you lose a post because the system at work logs you out and you didn�t notice before hitting the submit icon. I was working.
4. You are upset the day you can�t watch video�s because the work administrator has blocked that function.
5. You can�t wait to sign on after reading the Sunday newspaper.
6. You admire people who have read the entire �dog poop� thread.
7. You can�t wait to read of members who have moved to TV.
8. You look forward to reading about happy people.
9. You need to feel connected to TV.
10. What you really care about is getting valuable information to move to TV.

KathieI � The Mayor.
GracieGirl � The Most Posts
Tal - Almost as many as GracieGirl.

To all the wonderful TOTV members who help in keeping my sanity.

You are so witty and quick and warm. I just can't wait to meet you in person!
Merry, Merry Christmas, 2B!!!

[2BNTV]

Can't wait to meet you someday. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

Hope your's is a happy and healthy holiday. Your still in my prayers.

Another way you can tell one is addicted to TOTV is after spending time sending posts and you refresh by hitting "today's post' and your handle is almost on every comment.

Please look after reading this post. OMG - I can't shut-up.

[faithfulfrank]

I would not say I'm addicted to TOTV, but for me it serves a real purpose that some of you may not understand.
As many of you know, my Florida home is just south of you good people. I plan on retiring and moving there full time this next year, God willing, as I can retire in 194 more days.

Until then, I am up here in cold western NY. I dream of my orange and palm trees daily, and TOTV gives me my much needed "Florida fix". I appreciate how kind most folks have been here, especially to an "Outsider".

When I move there full time this next year, I plan on advertising my business on TOTV......since I like it so much. It is only right that I support it.

Stay warm my friends, and have a blessed Christmas.

Frank

[jblum8156]

I was visiting my daughter in Brooklyn last week. She wanted to know why every time she fired up her computer it opened on TOTV. I had to confess my addiction and she thinks I should get professional help.

[Pturner]

I would not say I'm addicted to TOTV, but for me it serves a real purpose that some of you may not understand.
As many of you know, my Florida home is just south of you good people. I plan on retiring and moving there full time this next year, God willing, as I can retire in 194 more days.

Until then, I am up here in cold western NY. I dream of my orange and palm trees daily, and TOTV gives me my much needed "Florida fix". I appreciate how kind most folks have been here, especially to an "Outsider".

When I move there full time this next year, I plan on advertising my business on TOTV......since I like it so much. It is only right that I support it.

Stay warm my friends, and have a blessed Christmas.

Frank

Frank,
You are not an outsider to me. You're one of us!

[faithfulfrank]

Frank,
You are not an outsider to me. You're one of us!

Ohh.....that is so very kind of you to say! My place is only down the road a bit....but I'm not a owner in The Villages. We do visit and shop up there most every time we are down there.

My guess is that once we are full time, I'll be doing business there on a regular basis. Can't wait!

We are all so very blessed. Thanks! Frank

[golfnut]

frank i love plantation, we golf there with our monday group, would love to have you join us....gn

[KathieI]

I would not say I'm addicted to TOTV, but for me it serves a real purpose that some of you may not understand.
As many of you know, my Florida home is just south of you good people. I plan on retiring and moving there full time this next year, God willing, as I can retire in 194 more days.

Until then, I am up here in cold western NY. I dream of my orange and palm trees daily, and TOTV gives me my much needed "Florida fix". I appreciate how kind most folks have been here, especially to an "Outsider".

When I move there full time this next year, I plan on advertising my business on TOTV......since I like it so much. It is only right that I support it.

Stay warm my friends, and have a blessed Christmas.

Frank

Frank, you are definitely not an OUTSIDER!!! I do think we consider you part of the family, for sure. I hope that when you are down here in FL and it coincides with our TOTV lunch, that you will join us. I would very much like to meet you after all these years.

Stay warm and Merry Christmas to you and yours... KathieI

[graciegirl]

Frank.

You are so informative and kind and fun and not once did I consider you an "outsider".

BUT...........I have teased you more than once about moving to The Villages.

I won't anymore, unless you'd begin to think about buying a house on our street and then the pressures on!!

Merry Christmas to you both. God bless!

[faithfulfrank]

You are all so very kind. I do not want to hijack this thread. I have intended to join your luncheon more then a few times when we have been down there, but I end up stripping wallpaper, installing new water heaters, redoing countertops, etc........my wife keeps me pretty busy with "Honeydew" jobs.....:D

Hopefully we'll be down there for the month of April, and then for good soon after that.

You all have helped keep the dream alive for us, and we appreciate it. You all, and this forum have been terrific. It is both exciting and scary to leave a house you designed and built yourself, a hometown you've had for 40 years, a good career, our kids, etc .......all to start a new life and career 1300 miles away. We can't wait!

Frank

ps, Golfnut. I own a set of clubs and my own golfcart, but have yet to play golf down there....I'm always too busy remodeling, etc.....but my wife tells me I need to relax a bit and start.....!

[golfnut]

frank, your wife is very wise (be sure to tell her i said that). keep in mind once you retire you need to spread those projects out over time....gn

[2BNTV]

faithfulfrank:

I have always considered you a TV'er in heart and soul. Hoping that some time in the future, you will move to TV as you have a good knowledge of what it is all about.

Your post are informative and entertaining.

I will look forward into possibly meeting you in the future.

Best to you and your wife on your retirement plans.

[faithfulfrank]

Thank you all........you are so very kind. On all of my Mac computers I have a dashboard widget that always tells me the weather both there and here, along with a countdown calendar of both my retirement date, and my next Florida trip.....

Frank