Why I didn't choose the Villages.

[tonyafd]

Last Summer I bought a house in Sarasota Florida. It's just a better deal to be closer to the coast. The HOA costs are lower. Our children don't have to leave.

As important than the rest, I would not be happy as a Progressive in a community where people who don't think in a regimented way are less than welcome.

[kittygilchrist]

And I left Gainesville because of the so called progressives who congratulate themselves on their tolerance.

[DougB]

Last Summer I bought a house in Sarasota Florida. It's just a better deal to be closer to the coast. The HOA costs are lower. Our children don't have to leave.

As important than the rest, I would not be happy as a Progressive in a community where people who don't think in a regimented way are less than welcome.

Oh well.

[asianthree]

:shrug: then you made the right choice

[graciegirl]

I find that people who are hard to get along with are hard to get along with if they are on that side of aisle or if they sit on the other side of the aisle and really hard to get along with when they trip over me sitting in the middle of the aisle.

As my grandmother used to say;

Boy Howdy.

[Taltarzac725]

Last Summer I bought a house in Sarasota Florida. It's just a better deal to be closer to the coast. The HOA costs are lower. Our children don't have to leave.

As important than the rest, I would not be happy as a Progressive in a community where people who don't think in a regimented way are less than welcome.

We have our own meeting places here in the Villages. It is called TOTV. Crispers! Actually, I have found all types of viewpoints from people here in and around the Villages. The same with Palm Harbor where we lived for about nine years 1996-2005 before moving to the Villages.

[Steve9930]

Isn't it great to live in a country with freedom of choice!

[Cisco Kid]

Last Summer I bought a house in Sarasota Florida. It's just a better deal to be closer to the coast. The HOA costs are lower. Our children don't have to leave.

As important than the rest, I would not be happy as a Progressive in a community where people who don't think in a regimented way are less than welcome.

It's hard to read crap like this.
and also to this heading at the top of the forum.

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[Cedwards38]

OK, let me just say that I am a Liberal Democrat. I proudly wear the title of Liberal Democrat. I live in, and greatly enjoy The Villages. Not once have I felt "less than welcome." I don't choose a place to live based on the political, moral, intellectual, or any other thoughts of my neighbors. I may not always agree with all of my friends in The Villages, but I still enjoy them and they enjoy me. My neighbors don't judge me, and I don't judge them. Frankly, we don't discuss it much at all.

I've been to Sarasota (and Gainesville for that matter), and it's great. But do you really think that only "Progressives" live in Sarasota? I find plenty of tolerance here.

Why I did choose The Villages? The lifestyle amenities, the weather, and this great house I live in.

Just saying.............................

[patfla06]

I find it interesting that someone who says they are Progressive (Liberal) have
no tolerance for other viewpoints. Sad.

[Cisco Kid]

OK, let me just say that I am a Liberal Democrat. I proudly wear the title of Liberal Democrat. I live in, and greatly enjoy The Villages. Not once have I felt "less than welcome." I don't choose a place to live based on the political, moral, intellectual, or any other thoughts of my neighbors. I may not always agree with all of my friends in The Villages, but I still enjoy them and they enjoy me. My neighbors don't judge me, and I don't judge them. Frankly, we don't discuss it much at all.

I've been to Sarasota (and Gainesville for that matter), and it's great. But do you really think that only "Progressives" live in Sarasota? I find plenty of tolerance here.

Why I did choose The Villages? The lifestyle amenities, the weather, and this great house I live in.

Just saying.............................


God bless you
And I know you and all others will always be loved welcomed in TV.

[Steve9930]

The original post is nothing more then bait. Its what a friend of mine used to say: The person just passed gas and left the room.

[Cisco Kid]

The original post is nothing more then bait. Its what a friend of mine used to say: The person just passed gas and left the room.

Good point.

[Cedwards38]

I always find it interesting in a country known for free speech that only
seems to apply if you agree with a "progressive" (liberal) viewpoint.

There is intolerance in this country, and your statement also applies for those who only agree with the "conservative" (right wing) viewpoint. Fortunately however, I have not found that to be an impediment to enjoying my life in The Villages. Diversity should be celebrated.

[Taltarzac725]

I always find it interesting in a country known for free speech that only
seems to apply if you agree with a "progressive" (liberal) viewpoint.

The Villages Daily Sun also seems to be getting a little bit more "fair and balanced".

I would say I am a moderate Democrat but because of some of my very unique experiences with governments-- both state and federal-- in my survivors/victims of crimes access to practical information project-- I have to do a great deal of research before really making any kind of important decision at least about matters of the pocket book and head not so much about the heart. I seldom just go with what my party is feeding me is the truth.

There are a lot of careful progressives here on TOTV who live in the Villages.

[Rollie]

Her loss is our gain. I agree with the last poster. Just bait.

Rollie

[Jayhawk]

The original post is nothing more then bait. Its what a friend of mine used to say: The person just passed gas and left the room.

aka / crop duster

:eclipsee_gold_cup:

[ajbrown]

I opened up thread hoping to see someone's view point on why they did not select TV. I can envision many factors a new buyer needs to measure and can understand folks going a different way. Did not take long to figure out that was not going to happen. oh well... off for my walk to the light house... no, not that lighthouse, this lighthouse (please forgive lousy phone camera)...

[Kahuna32162]

OK, let me just say that I am a Liberal Democrat. I proudly wear the title of Liberal Democrat. I live in, and greatly enjoy The Villages. Not once have I felt "less than welcome." I don't choose a place to live based on the political, moral, intellectual, or any other thoughts of my neighbors. I may not always agree with all of my friends in The Villages, but I still enjoy them and they enjoy me. My neighbors don't judge me, and I don't judge them. Frankly, we don't discuss it much at all.

I've been to Sarasota (and Gainesville for that matter), and it's great. But do you really think that only "Progressives" live in Sarasota? I find plenty of tolerance here.

Why I did choose The Villages? The lifestyle amenities, the weather, and this great house I live in.



Just saying.............................

Ditto.

[Cisco Kid]

There is intolerance in this country, and your statement also applies for those who only agree with the "conservative" (right wing) viewpoint. Fortunately however, I have not found that to be an impediment to enjoying my life in The Villages. Diversity should be celebrated.

Maybe you a Patfla06 could have a Beer Summit

:a20::a20:

[kittygilchrist]

I find it interesting that someone who says they are Progressive (Liberal) have
no tolerance for other viewpoints. Sad.

Precisely.

[redwitch]

Being a diehard liberal and independent, I laughed when I read the OP's post. I do agree that I miss having kids in my neighborhood but otherwise, I'll take TV over the coast any day of the week. We get rain and occasional high winds from hurricanes that tear down buildings on the coast. We don't have to clean sand out of our homes on an hourly basis (yep, have lived on the beach in California and vowed never again). We may have higher amenity fees but we get ten times the activities and a much cleaner and prettier environment for that money. You enjoy the coast; we liberals, independents and progressives will enjoy discoursing politics with our rightest friends in our lovely little bubble.

[rdhdleo]

The Villages Daily Sun also seems to be getting a little bit more "fair and balanced".

I would say I am a moderate Democrat but because of some of my very unique experiences with governments-- both state and federal-- in my survivors/victims of crimes access to practical information project-- I have to do a great deal of research before really making any kind of important decision at least about matters of the pocket book and head not so much about the heart. I seldom just go with what my party is feeding me is the truth.

There are a lot of careful progressives here on TOTV who live in the Villages.


:BigApplause: Well said!

[PennBF]

I always think of what my brother said who lives in California. His comment after visiting The Villages a few times: "The Villages are just too good". That is being truthful ! It is as good as it gets ! Think of it.. It is hard to find something that is not available, the prices are reasonable, you want a club, we have it, you want to swim, we have it, you want to exercise, we have the rooms, you want to eat out we have it, you want to listen to music each night, we have it, you want markets, we have them, you want stores to shop at, we have them, you want good neighbors, we have them, you want to take tours, they are available, you want to go to the airport, we will take you, you want to avoid paying big dollars for gas, we have golf carts. you want a hospital, we have it, you want emergency care we have it, you want doctors for all different ailments, we have them. you want Polo, we have it, you want your own newspaper, we have it, you want a radio station, we have it, you want our own TV, we have it, you want your own Night Club that is open in the day and serves food, we have it, you want great landscape, we have it. You want to dance at night, we have it at the town squares I could to on but would like to see others tell me what I missed. You want schools for kids, we have them, you want some College Courses, we have them, you want some of the best schools in the US, we have them. You want to learn
new things, we have it, you want to do wood working, we have it. My brother was right.."It is just too good":eclipsee_gold_cup:

[tonyafd]

We've all made our decisions. The Villages is a beautiful place. I don't debate that. If you are happy there, good for you.

Here is my experience while I was deciding:
While I was riding back to Orlando on a lifestyle trial I had to endure an hour long negative tirade about Obama from another passenger. I was as tactful as possible. Rupert Murdock's FOX radio plays on the streets in Sumter Landing. There are articles about how Romney window signs were tolerated and how Obama window signs were ordered down.

Yes, I made the right decision. If you doubt that what I said has merit, just read Cisco Kid's reply. The best evidence that I am right is if this thread is taken down.

[rdhdleo]

Being a diehard liberal and independent, I laughed when I read the OP's post. I do agree that I miss having kids in my neighborhood but otherwise, I'll take TV over the coast any day of the week. We get rain and occasional high winds from hurricanes that tear down buildings on the coast. We don't have to clean sand out of our homes on an hourly basis (yep, have lived on the beach in California and vowed never again). We may have higher amenity fees but we get ten times the activities and a much cleaner and prettier environment for that money. You enjoy the coast; we liberals, independents and progressives will enjoy discoursing politics with our rightest friends in our lovely little bubble.


:BigApplause: Another well written post!

[Cisco Kid]

We've all made our decisions. The Villages is a beautiful place. I don't debate that. If you are happy there, good for you.

Here is my experience while I was deciding:
While I was riding back to Orlando on a lifestyle trial I had to endure an hour long negative tirade about Obama from another passenger. I was as tactful as possible. Rupert Murdock's FOX radio plays on the streets in Sumter Landing. There are articles about how Romney window signs were tolerated and how Obama window signs were ordered down.

Yes, I made the right decision. If you doubt that what I said has merit, just read Cisco Kid's reply. The best evidence that I am right is if this thread is taken down.
.................................................. .................................................. .......
Do you me this one.
And I meant it
P.S. I do not live in The Villages.





Quote:
Originally Posted by Cedwards38
OK, let me just say that I am a Liberal Democrat. I proudly wear the title of Liberal Democrat. I live in, and greatly enjoy The Villages. Not once have I felt "less than welcome." I don't choose a place to live based on the political, moral, intellectual, or any other thoughts of my neighbors. I may not always agree with all of my friends in The Villages, but I still enjoy them and they enjoy me. My neighbors don't judge me, and I don't judge them. Frankly, we don't discuss it much at all.

I've been to Sarasota (and Gainesville for that matter), and it's great. But do you really think that only "Progressives" live in Sarasota? I find plenty of tolerance here.

Why I did choose The Villages? The lifestyle amenities, the weather, and this great house I live in.

Just saying.............................

God bless you
And I know you and all others will always be loved welcomed in TV.

[CFrance]

If someone doesn't want to live here, he's free to live elsewhere. However, to make a blanket accusation about the people who do live here, especially without facts, is intolerable. Intolerance from a progressive?:shrug:

I wish the people who don't want to live here would go away and leave us alone.

[tonyafd]

You've all made some very good points. Even the threats were informative.

I wish the best of luck to all you.

[Cisco Kid]

If someone doesn't want to live here, he's free to live elsewhere. However, to make a blanket accusation about the people who do live here, especially without facts, is intolerable. Intolerance from a progressive?:shrug:

I wish the people who don't want to live here would go away and leave us alone.

you have all been judge.

REPENT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[DonH57]

What's the saying? Home is where the heart is, or something like that.

[Cisco Kid]

You've all made some very good points. Even the threats were informative.

I wish the best of luck to all you.

You were threatened ?

[CFrance]

you have all been judge.

REPENT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Moi?:girlneener:

[44Ruger]

We chose The Villages because of the vast diversity in all areas of life. We worked all over the world and when it was time for retirement, we found places with the majority of the residents that had similar interests quite boring. The Villages residents are from every corner of the world with a vast amount of opinions on religion, politics etc. God has blessed The Villages with diversity and we embrace it. Except for one difference between people I don't care to mention. We love it here.

Look at the movie Pleasantville. How horrible would that be?

[graciegirl]

You will never know how much you missed here. As people become older, their beliefs become more entrenched. They look at things a certain way, probably because of all of their life experiences, but more often than not they view things as most of the folks did where they lived all of their lives.

I grew up in a suburb right smack dab in the middle of Ohio farm country. You grew up in the Bronx. You may think I talk funny. I may think you talk funny. You spoke about planting a fig tree. I have never seen a fig tree, but I am familiar with acres and acres and acres of soy beans. As we grow older and closer to leaving this life, what is important is sharing and listening to others and enjoying the differences and commonalities we have.

What I love about The Villages is that almost everyone has worked hard and planned to live here, and whether they live in a big ole house or a tiny one, they are living independently and have pride in their homes and yards and enjoy all of the time to try new things and meet new people. We have very little time to feel bad, sad or angry. Or worry much about the other guy's politics.

I will defend my views vehemently, but I have found many views to moderate as I listen to others, and other views to be more entrenched. You can't be me. I can't be you. That's o.k. Enjoy your life and be happy.

[Bonnevie]

[QUOTE=tonyafd;906784]We've all made our decisions. The Villages is a beautiful place. I don't debate that. If you are happy there, good for you.

Here is my experience while I was deciding:
While I was riding back to Orlando on a lifestyle trial I had to endure an hour long negative tirade about Obama from another passenger. I was as tactful as possible. Rupert Murdock's FOX radio plays on the streets in Sumter Landing. There are articles about how Romney window signs were tolerated and how Obama window signs were ordered down.

Back in Pinellas county campaign signs were taken down as well--for both sides. I will admit that I was originally worried about the political leanings here but I have to say I've not run into any uncomfortable situations. Most people don't want dissent and strife and don't venture into those discussions, preferring instead to discuss their golf or pickleball games.

Sarasota is beautiful. However, having lived close to the Gulf, I do not miss the threat of hurricanes or the inability to get home insurance at a reasonable price. My amenity fee is about equivalent to what I save every year on home owners insurance. As a single, this place is ideal. There is no way I would be as active as I am now, living anywhere else. The problem with being a couple is when you are no longer a couple. social opportunities change or dwindle and one can become isolated.

[Cisco Kid]

I would greatly be interested to know where utopia was found.

[tonyafd]

I made my decision with what I experienced and what I researched. While I agree that one shouldn't pass judgement without living there perhaps you might agree that I shouldn't spend a large sum of money by ignoring what I have seen and read.

I have a question for you. Do you have an speakers booked in the for seen future that are not affiliated with the Tea Party?

[springfield]

We are die hard liberals. Yeah, some of the conservative talk from friends gets to be a bit tiresome. Also, we have had friends visit that did not like how big it is. However, life for us here is very good. We have a beach condo south of Sarasota, and loved spending our winters there until we found TV. We are so busy here and constantly meet delightful people. After 4 years here, we still pat ourselves for moving here.
Hopefully, we all find a place that gives us peace and contentment. Best of luck to you with your choice.

[CFrance]

OK, let me just say that I am a Liberal Democrat. I proudly wear the title of Liberal Democrat. I live in, and greatly enjoy The Villages. Not once have I felt "less than welcome." I don't choose a place to live based on the political, moral, intellectual, or any other thoughts of my neighbors. I may not always agree with all of my friends in The Villages, but I still enjoy them and they enjoy me. My neighbors don't judge me, and I don't judge them. Frankly, we don't discuss it much at all.

I've been to Sarasota (and Gainesville for that matter), and it's great. But do you really think that only "Progressives" live in Sarasota? I find plenty of tolerance here.

Why I did choose The Villages? The lifestyle amenities, the weather, and this great house I live in.

Just saying.............................
Another liberal Democrat seconds your post!:wave:

[Halibut]

We've all made our decisions. The Villages is a beautiful place. I don't debate that. If you are happy there, good for you.

Here is my experience while I was deciding:
While I was riding back to Orlando on a lifestyle trial I had to endure an hour long negative tirade about Obama from another passenger. I was as tactful as possible. Rupert Murdock's FOX radio plays on the streets in Sumter Landing. There are articles about how Romney window signs were tolerated and how Obama window signs were ordered down.

Thanks for your post; it's good to hear other viewpoints. I'm sure thousands of people have come on lifestyle visits and decided TV wasn't for them, for any number of reasons. I'm a liberal and have lived in college town where the prevailing winds blow left and, without different opinions, it can become something of a closed circuit that does nothing but pass along and reinforce existing beliefs.

While I appreciate the variety of political views here, I will say I've found it best to avoid discussion of religion and politics with casual acquaintances. (And isn't that what Emily Post would tell us, anyway?) But I do wish medical offices would play something other than Fox News in their waiting rooms. :)

[Steve9930]

I opened up thread hoping to see someone's view point on why they did not select TV. I can envision many factors a new buyer needs to measure and can understand folks going a different way. Did not take long to figure out that was not going to happen. oh well... off for my walk to the light house... no, not that lighthouse, this lighthouse (please forgive lousy phone camera)...

Yep, personal choices. We all make them for one reason or anther. Some we make are good and some bad. Hopefully we learn from the bad ones. I did not buy in the Villages. Not because I did not think the villages was a nice place to live but because I wanted a house on a golf course in a gated community. I could not afford it in the villages so I purchased in Stonecrest. I personally like smaller then larger. I did not buy on the coast because when the big wind comes I did not want to have to abandon my property. I like Central Florida. You are with in a day trip to many places.

[Cisco Kid]

You'll spend to much time on politics.
TV is heaven on earth.
You over 1000 things to do every day.
GO PLAY.
When I fish if the guy next to me would start the crap he is going to get wet.

[CFrance]

I made my decision with what I experienced and what I researched. While I agree that one shouldn't pass judgement without living there perhaps you might agree that I shouldn't spend a large sum of money by ignoring what I have seen and read.

I have a question for you. Do you have an speakers booked in the for seen future that are not affiliated with the Tea Party?
As a matter of fact, Members of the Villages Democratic Club presented House Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer at Colony Rec Center on Saturday.

You could go to the Democrats TV club to find out about other speakers.

[Bonny]

Maybe it's just me, but it saddens me that some people don't have a life. :(
To come on here starting out with negative comments about the Villages and they don't even live here amazes me. :blahblahblah:
Surely there must be better things for someone to do. :confused:
Like I said, maybe it's just me or I really missed something !! :shrug:

[graciegirl]

Thanks for your post; it's good to hear other viewpoints. I'm sure thousands of people have come on lifestyle visits and decided TV wasn't for them, for any number of reasons. I'm a liberal and have lived in college town where the prevailing winds blow left and, without different opinions, it can become something of a closed circuit that does nothing but pass along and reinforce existing beliefs.

While I appreciate the variety of political views here, I will say I've found it best to avoid discussion of religion and politics with casual acquaintances. (And isn't that what Emily Post would tell us, anyway?) But I do wish medical offices would play something other than Fox News in their waiting rooms. :)

You go to Paiano? Paeno? I still can't spell it. I changed but not because of Fox news. lol

[graciegirl]

Maybe it's just me, but it saddens me that some people don't have a life. :(
To come on here starting out with negative comments about the Villages and they don't even live here amazes me. :blahblahblah:
Surely there must be better things for someone to do. :confused:
Like I said, maybe it's just me or I really missed something !! :shrug:

Bump. Good. common sense point, Bonny. Like always.

[JRichm369]

Sounds like Sarasota's loss is TV gain

[graciegirl]

As a matter of fact, Members of the Villages Democratic Club presented House Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer at Colony Rec Center on Saturday.

You could go to the Democrats TV club to find out about other speakers.

What she said.

[tonyafd]

I wish you all happiness and prosperity. I'm glad that the political atmosphere is not as oppressive as I have read it was.

Keep fighting for Social Security and Medicare. It is the reason why many of us will retire comfortably.

[Taltarzac725]

Speaking of movies, do they ever show films that might be considered left wing at any of the movie houses in the three town centers?

Yes and no. Michael Moore movies have never played here but any number of movies with liberal leanings play here. I would say 75% of the Top Ten US movies have liberal values in one way or another. Just check the movie listings for the Villages provided by TOTV.

My guess is that if enough people asked one of these theaters to get some left leaning Indy like Blackfish to the Villages there could. That movie might even have played here?? http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/blackfish_2013/

[44Ruger]

Keep in mind that this is an avenue to vent. I hear the evils of alcohol preached by some, but have never been harassed going in nor coming out of my favorite watering hole. I listen to experts on what country club has the best vitals, but almost all are filled at dinner time. I suggest taking any venting with a grain of salt and continue to enjoy this wonderful place. If you find a place that everyone has the same take on politics and religion, hurray, but your way will not seem as special to you.

[tonyafd]

No. Your first reply.

[TOTV Team]

Please stay on topic and avoid political references.

[Irish Red]

Curious why this was posted. Ok, you moved to Sarasota because you're more comfortable there. A lot of other are more comfortable hear. BTW, lived here three years and haven't had one political discussion. However, golf is another story.

[44Ruger]

The Villages has everything available. It's up to you to enjoy it or be miserable.

[njbchbum]

You really didn't get my point. Speaking of tolerance, how do Villagers react when Progressive speakers are invited to speak there.

Do they get invited to speak there?

How do you consider Steny Hoyer? Do you think he was invited to speak or just invaded the Colony rec ctr?

[Barefoot]

Last Summer I bought a house in Sarasota Florida. It's just a better deal to be closer to the coast. The HOA costs are lower. Our children don't have to leave. As important than the rest, I would not be happy as a Progressive in a community where people who don't think in a regimented way are less than welcome.


If someone doesn't want to live here, he's free to live elsewhere.
I wish the people who don't want to live here would go away and leave us alone.

Of course some people will prefer to live by the ocean.
Or to live in a community that welcomes children.
Or to remain in their home State.
People who have never lived in The Villages have a lot of misconceptions about the lifestyle.
Most of us who've chosen The Villages are quite content with our decision. :icon_wink:

Question
Why do people who have decided they don't want to live in The Villages have a need to post on TOTV to say negative things about our community?
It's a mystery to me.

[Matzy]

Why I did ('nt) choose The Villages? Because I would find a place to live where it is nice and good people around.
Everybody has an own part called taste, and I am willig to respect it totally because everybody is different (even my twin sons are very different in their taste). So why should I post something what I don't like in a forum/blog? Senseless to me.
I love "MY" Villages, means that part I am living in and for it, sharing all with my family and friends. That's my TASTE.

[Christine G]

Last Summer I bought a house in Sarasota Florida. It's just a better deal to be closer to the coast. The HOA costs are lower. Our children don't have to leave.

As important than the rest, I would not be happy as a Progressive in a community where people who don't think in a regimented way are less than welcome.

Oh well your choice to pay the higher taxes, the hurricanes are closer to you, and Sarasota is one of the busiest traffic ridden cities in Florida, good luck with all that. Everything costs more, the hotel prices are ridiculous. The Villages is one of the best and most friendly go-ahead places that you could hope to find, we have never been happier and we have lived all over the world! We were always taught not to discuss politics and religion and it works for us.

[Barefoot]

Please, please admin do something.


Allegiance, do you know about the Ignore List?
It's very useful if you don't want to see posts from someone who bothers you.

[manaboutown]

I find the good people of The Villages to be a tolerant, happy and contented lot. Most do not feel the need to without invitation announce or impose their political beliefs on others.

BTW, it is a relief to hear Fox rather than CNN which is relentlessly broadcast in airports.

Here is how the OP can keep track of the red tide which occurs in the Sarasota area. NOAA Harmful Algal Bloom Operational Forecast System: Operational Conditions Reports (http://tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/hab/)

[OBXNana]

We had our list of what we wanted when we retired. The first item was the beach and can understand why someone would want be have the salt air and sand. The OP did what was right for them and honestly, I have a bit of envy for your choice.

We purchased in The Villages. There's no ocean or beach, but the other things that we found would give us quality of life after retirement, outweighed the love of the beach. We've spent very little time in The Villages. What we have learned is there are a variety of political views, personality's, and even kids at the family pool. The people seem to be very similar to those we know in PA.

What's so wonderful about planning for that last third of our lives is the ability to think what is important to us personally. We'll visit the beach, but will look forward to returning to free golf, scooting around in a golf cart, meeting people with similar and different backgrounds, and knowing when the day ends, we can sit back to enjoy a good book.

Life is good. Enjoy wherever you decide is best for you.

[EnglishJW]

You've all made some very good points. Even the threats were informative.

I wish the best of luck to all you.

I'm curious - why are you reading TOTV and posting here?

[surething]

Last Summer I bought a house in Sarasota Florida. It's just a better deal to be closer to the coast. The HOA costs are lower. Our children don't have to leave.

As important than the rest, I would not be happy as a Progressive in a community where people who don't think in a regimented way are less than welcome.

Funny, I felt the same way as a moderate Democrat, having always lived in California. I changed parties some time ago, after having seen major changes in the state and in our Country. At one time, it didn't matter what political view you had; you could express an opinion or have a normal, unheated discussion, and were respected. Always took this for granted. But things seemed to have changed in most parts of California over the last approximate 20 years. There basically is little or no tolerance for someone other than a liberal. You would not see a permanent, lit, flag pole on any homes, as you see here, and it will be interesting to see if there will ever again be a Republican governor in California. Wonder why.

[rubicon]

I agree the Thread's heading is misleading but I prefer not to judge as to whether it was intentional or not.

To speak to the headings theme. Most people adapt, rationalize or remain in denial if something, someone or some place is not meeting their expectations.
Further people can become bored with someone, something or some place.and need a change if it is physically and/or economically feasible.
Further still such judgments require preferences and we all have different preferences so when it comes to someone, some thing or some place we wll have legitimate differences.

One last note...In the beginning being liberal meant that the person was for very limited government interference. Today it means supporting big government

[TheVillageChicken]

Last Summer I bought a house in Sarasota Florida. It's just a better deal to be closer to the coast. The HOA costs are lower. Our children don't have to leave.

As important than the rest, I would not be happy as a Progressive in a community where people who don't think in a regimented way are less than welcome.


For some reason I think you posted that last part in an attempt to create a self-fulfilling prophecy and were hoping to get slammed by hateful responses.

[44Ruger]

I feel an extremist from either side might be less welcome than a no position person, but not less than welcome. Everyone is welcome at my home, just Be respectful and every one will fit into The Villages life. I am going to a large party tonight and will see if anyone brings up the deep topic's we should not talk about with a drink in hand. I don't expect to hear any at all.

[SALYBOW]

Last Summer I bought a house in Sarasota Florida. It's just a better deal to be closer to the coast. The HOA costs are lower. Our children don't have to leave.

As important than the rest, I would not be happy as a Progressive in a community where people who don't think in a regimented way are less than welcome.

I am happy here. Politically,people leave me alone and I do the same. Our only place that is appropriate to express our views should be the ballot box.

[scottiee]

My 2 cents. First I am a Dem. What other people think is up to them. I don't care if they are left or right. We will be buying a home in TVs in Sept. The other places we rejected I didn't look at in my rearview mirror. TVs has by FAR more things to do so we wont get old to soon. THATS it for me.

[bachfan]

Maybe it's just me, but it saddens me that some people don't have a life. :(
To come on here starting out with negative comments about the Villages and they don't even live here amazes me. :blahblahblah:
Surely there must be better things for someone to do. :confused:
Like I said, maybe it's just me or I really missed something !! :shrug:

Surely there must be something to do in Sarasota then to read news about a community you didn't want to live in for whatever your reason was.

[Bonny]

I can see why they closed the political forum. Kind of takes on a life of it's own LOL :)
It's funny, I'm out with friends all of the time and we never talk politics.

[applesoffh]

Just curious, and off-topic. The OP doesn't live here but feels free to comment on living here. Why does the OP even care? You purchased a house someplace else and you obviously have your reasons. Why do you feel the need to post on TOTV at all?

[blue72]

Oh well.

Well said

"DITTO"

DougB

That's why you are my Hero!!!!:bowdown:

[bachfan]

Just curious, and off-topic. The OP doesn't live here but feels free to comment on living here. Why does the OP even care? You purchased a house someplace else and you obviously have your reasons. Why do you feel the need to post on TOTV at all?

Probably lack of fun things to do!