Mischief at the mailboxes

[dotti105]

I realize that we are all here to enjoy ourselves and some perhaps to relive our youth. But seriously, it's pretty immature; sadly immature; to mess with a "neighbor's" mailbox!

We put a sticker for a family owned restaurant we enjoy in NC on our mailbox to help us locate it quickly.

Some idiot tore it off! All the others around ours have stickers, they all seem to be intact. Our was not off color, political or in any way offensive. So what's the deal? Just some jerk showing his true colors?

I'm sure the intent was to pi$$ someone off. And they were successful. It's just so juvenile that I certainly didn't see that coming in America's Friendliest Hometown.

What happened to respecting the rights of others??

[Topspinmo]

:agree: Sorry for you grief. Some people just can't leave stuff alone even if it is no business to them.

[asianthree]

It's not the first Time, sadly not the last

[CFrance]

Wasn't this happening to someone else recently, like beginning of the summer?

[MikeV]

Some people are just idiots.

[graciegirl]

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/mailbox-sticker-creep-61217/

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/stickers-removed-our-mailbox-twice-111419/

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-new-members-forum-115/stickers-mailboxes-39346/

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/few-whys-70841/

[Wandatime]

I wish they'd get mad enough to pick up cigarette butts!

[perrjojo]

I realize that we are all here to enjoy ourselves and some perhaps to relive our youth. But seriously, it's pretty immature; sadly immature; to mess with a "neighbor's" mailbox!

We put a sticker for a family owned restaurant we enjoy in NC on our mailbox to help us locate it quickly.

Some idiot tore it off! All the others around ours have stickers, they all seem to be intact. Our was not off color, political or in any way offensive. So what's the deal? Just some jerk showing his true colors?

I'm sure the intent was to pi$$ someone off. And they were successful. It's just so juvenile that I certainly didn't see that coming in America's Friendliest Hometown.

What happened to respecting the rights of others??

I would never remove anyone's sticker but I have to admit I think they junk up our mail stations. No one should remove your sticker but it's really not that hard to find your mail box. Sorry someone took your sticker. I guess they think they are the mail box police.

[Christine G]

Pity these folks are the "poop" police!

[nkrifats]

Not really something to get excited about. Memorize your mailbox number

[nicoletta]

oh no!! maybe it was a lawyer or ex-postal employee going postal !!

It is against the law to" willfully deface", damage or destroy a mailbox. Doing so could incur a fine and/or a 3-year prison sentence

Read more : Home Mailbox Laws | eHow (http://www.ehow.com/list_6082974_home-mailbox-laws.html)

Included in these standards are the fact that mailboxes are not permitted to carry " any type of advertising" whatsoever nor any artwork that could be deemed offensive

Read more : Home Mailbox Laws | eHow (http://www.ehow.com/list_6082974_home-mailbox-laws.html)

[nicoletta]

I Love all the references to America's friendliest hometown!!
I fall out of my chair EVERY TIME !!!

[perrjojo]

I Love all the references to America's friendliest hometown!!
I fall out of my chair EVERY TIME !!!
Actually it's Floridas friendliest home town. Who knows? Maybe it is. I haven't lived in them all.

[Wandatime]

oh no!! maybe it was a lawyer or ex-postal employee going postal !!

It is against the law to" willfully deface", damage or destroy a mailbox. Doing so could incur a fine and/or a 3-year prison sentence

Read more : Home Mailbox Laws | eHow (http://www.ehow.com/list_6082974_home-mailbox-laws.html)

Included in these standards are the fact that mailboxes are not permitted to carry " any type of advertising" whatsoever nor any artwork that could be deemed offensive

Read more : Home Mailbox Laws | eHow (http://www.ehow.com/list_6082974_home-mailbox-laws.html)

Which is why you should always put the sticker on the mailbox right above yours. :laugh:

[seacoastbargain]

We have lived in Polo Ridge for only 5 months and had our various stickers removed every time. Neighboring boxes have also had their stickers removed. The only ones that this guy/gal doesn't remove are US Flags.
It has really bothered me. I have no idea why anyone would be doing this, or even care.

[perrjojo]

We have lived in Polo Ridge for only 5 months and had our various stickers removed every time. Neighboring boxes have also had their stickers removed. The only ones that this guy/gal doesn't remove are US Flags.
It has really bothered me. I have no idea why anyone would be doing this, or even care.
Not being judgmental,just curious. Your box has a number; why do you need a sticker?

[perrjojo]

If you go to the US post office and have a box there, would you put a sticker on it? Have you ever seen stickers on boxes at a US Post Office?

[Hancle704]

Our mailstop was stripped of stickers and writing after it started to look like graffiti and included writing with magic markers. Most folks have not objected to the clean look and have found it not too difficult to remember 4 numbers or 2nd row 5th box from the end, etc. Been told we don't own the box so it is not appropriate to deface someone else's property.

[Villager Joyce]

What if someone decides it isn't necessary to paint your driveway or add personality to your name on your lamp post? Just because you don't care to have a sticker on your mailbox doesn't or shouldn't mean someone else can't.

[Barefoot]

What if someone decides it isn't necessary to paint your driveway or add personality to your name on your lamp post? Just because you don't care to have a sticker on your mailbox doesn't or shouldn't mean someone else can't.

I agree with Joyce.
I'm not sure why anyone would find stickers on mailboxes offensive.
The postal workers are fine with it.
It only takes a few seconds each day to pick up mail.
Live and let live.

[Polar Bear]

What if someone decides it isn't necessary to paint your driveway or add personality to your name on your lamp post...

I don't have a dog in this race, but this is a bit of an apples and oranges comparison. You own your driveway and your lamp post. You don't own the mailbox.

[Miles42]

Age does not always come with maturity as a sure thing. There is no cure for stupid.

[tippyclubb]

Dotti go to the $ store and buy a lot of bright colored stickers. Every time someone removes your sticker replace it with another one.

Better yet spray paint a small pink dot on your box that can't be peeled off. I'd like to see that on video, surprise, it doesn't come off that easy.

[redwitch]

It could be it was removed by a postal employee because it would be considered an advertisement for a restaurant rather than just a sticker and advertising on government property is very much against the law. Other possibilities: someone was going to be driving through that area and wanted to remember the name of the restaurant or was from there and wanted the memory or it was cute and a child removed it. I would bet on the postal employee, though.

[mixsonci]

I agree with Joyce.
I'm not sure why anyone would find stickers on mailboxes offensive.
The postal workers are fine with it.
It only takes a few seconds each day to pick up mail.
Live and let live.

I agree, too many mailbox police! Is there not enough to do in TV, that you have to worry about a sticker?

[ron122049]

I could be wrong, wouldn't be the first time but I suspect it's a postal worker or sub for the regular worker. We had this arise up in Michigan when our local football team was in the state playoffs. Dudley Do-Right lives on!

[graciegirl]

As Redwitch and Indydealmaker pointed out, it was probably removed because it was advertising.

Just find a butterfly sticker and you're back in the game.

That's handled.

Next? ;)

[PaPaLarry]

I agree with Joyce.
I'm not sure why anyone would find stickers on mailboxes offensive.
The postal workers are fine with it.
It only takes a few seconds each day to pick up mail.
Live and let live.
Actually, Postal Workers don't see your sticker. They are on the other side of box. Wish people would leave well alone. (not harming anyone, or anything) Instead, lets greet our neighbors when we are at the mailboxes. Let's act like a "smiley sticker"

[Walter123]

I doubt if the postal worker gives a rats behind about stickers. Let's put our pictures on the mailboxes!

[nitehawk]

I have put a "Pro Life" sticker on my mailbox -- it is sometimes removed - but not to worry -- I have hundreds of them

[Ruthtomnorma3]

Doesn't this happen more when the grandchildren are visiting during the holidays and summer?
There are sticker collection books so they "find one " they don't have yet.
Grandparents should step up,if this is the case....opportunity to teach ...respect other people's property...attitude..."oh,it's just a sticker"

[memason]

Doesn't this happen more when the grandchildren are visiting during the holidays and summer?
There are sticker collection books so they "find one " they don't have yet.
Grandparents should step up,if this is the case....opportunity to teach ...respect other people's property...attitude..."oh,it's just a sticker"

ha ha....it IS just a sticker....

I'm just thankful I still have the where with all to find my mailbox without the need for identifying markings. Mine is easy to find though...it's about the only one without a sticker :shocked:

Just for the record...the mailboxes are not your private property

[mrsanborn]

Why is it so difficult to follow a rule or law? How many visits to pick up your mail does it take before you know which mailbox is yours?

[Barefoot]

Why is it so difficult to follow a rule or law? How many visits to pick up your mail does it take before you know which mailbox is yours?

Possibly because some mailboxes are located on the bottom couple of rows, and can be difficult to identify by number. :popcorn:

[dbussone]

I have put a "Pro Life" sticker on my mailbox -- it is sometimes removed - but not to worry -- I have hundreds of them


Well prepared! What a hoot.

[Phanatic Luvr]

I visit numerous postal stations to collect mail for clients. I'm sorry, but I find the postal stations with stickers all over them, look trashy, like graffiti.
There are a few postal stations I visit that have no stickers whatsoever. I don't see anyone at those stations trying their key in several boxes before they find their own. I would never remove someone's stickers, but as I said, in my opinion, its defacing a piece of property that is not your own.
Just my opinion, but then again, I'm a neat-nick.
With all that said, I agree with Gracie, your sticker was most likely seen as an advertisement, and that is why it was removed. If one advertisement goes on a mailbox, then who's to say everyone who has a small business wouldn't start advertising at the postal stations. As someone said, try a butterfly.

[dotti105]

I do wish I had a stack of the stickers so I could simply replace it again and again.
I don't think it was deemed "advertising" it is for a BBQ place in NC called 12 Bones. The sticker is simply a large number 12 with the word "bones" under that.

We have close family ties there. Seeing the "12 Bones" sticker just made us smile. Simple as that.

Just surprised at the juvenile behavior by a "friendly neighbor". I guess it's amazing what people will do when no one is watching!! (it wasn't a postal worker, I asked before we put the sticker up. And it wasn't a kid. The mailbox is above my head!)

Hmmm, President Obama did eat there once. Does that make it a target for a political zealot? Who knows??

[Madelaine Amee]

I do wish I had a stack of the stickers so I could simply replace it again and again.
I don't think it was deemed "advertising" it is for a BBQ place in NC called 12 Bones. The sticker is simply a large number 12 with the word "bones" under that.

We have close family ties there. Seeing the "12 Bones" sticker just made us smile. Simple as that.

Just surprised at the juvenile behavior by a "friendly neighbor". I guess it's amazing what people will do when no one is watching!! (it wasn't a postal worker, I asked before we put the sticker up. And it wasn't a kid. The mailbox is above my head!)

Hmmm, President Obama did eat there once. Does that make it a target for a political zealot? Who knows??

Dotti - people just cannot mind their own business and TV has a lot of people with time on their hands!

[CFrance]

I do wish I had a stack of the stickers so I could simply replace it again and again.
I don't think it was deemed "advertising" it is for a BBQ place in NC called 12 Bones. The sticker is simply a large number 12 with the word "bones" under that.

We have close family ties there. Seeing the "12 Bones" sticker just made us smile. Simple as that.

Just surprised at the juvenile behavior by a "friendly neighbor". I guess it's amazing what people will do when no one is watching!! (it wasn't a postal worker, I asked before we put the sticker up. And it wasn't a kid. The mailbox is above my head!)

Hmmm, President Obama did eat there once. Does that make it a target for a political zealot? Who knows??

Methinks you have hit upon the reason, dotti. I googled it, and they were visited twice by the you-know-who and his wife. Probably some neighbor from down that Asheville area.

[Serenoa]

I'm sure the wide variety of new stickers, old stickers, partially torn stickers, faded stickers, dirty left-over adhesive residue from stickers removed, etc, etc, make the mail boxes really, really attractive.
I see little difference between this and cigarette butts & other litter on the ground, yet I'm surprised at how many folks that seem to think defacing property that isn't theirs with silly stickers is just 100% ok. Others do it, so why can't I? Following that line of reasoning let's all just trash the grounds, too.

Can't wait to move there so I can help beautify TV by peeling a few stickers.:boom:

I'll probably pick up some trash & butts, too.:o

[Barefoot]

I'm sure the wide variety of new stickers, old stickers, partially torn stickers, faded stickers, dirty left-over adhesive residue from stickers removed, etc, etc, make the mail boxes really, really attractive.
I see little difference between this and cigarette butts & other litter on the ground, yet I'm surprised at how many folks that seem to think defacing property that isn't theirs with silly stickers is just 100% ok. Others do it, so why can't I? Following that line of reasoning let's all just trash the grounds, too.

Can't wait to move there so I can help beautify TV by peeling a few stickers.:boom: :o

Perhaps when you move to TV you'll feel differently.
At our Mail Station, I haven't seen any of the stickers you describe
There are some stickers but they seem to be "well maintained".
Perhaps this appears to be a bigger issue than it really is.
In general, TV is a peace-loving community.

[Serenoa]

Perhaps when you move to TV you'll feel differently.
At our Mail Station, I haven't seen any of the stickers you describe
There are some stickers but they seem to be "well maintained".
Perhaps this appears to be a bigger issue than it really is.
In general, TV is a peace-loving community.

I hope you're right, but I know we saw a postal station that looked more than a tad littered with stickers when we were on our LV in Dec 2012. Have no recollection where it was since we were all over TV trying to take it all in. I just remember thinking at the time that yes, now I see what some have complained about on TOTV.

[graciegirl]

There is zero. zilch, none, nada at our mail box station nor were there any in Hadley before we moved to this village.

I can think of so many things I consider larger issues than this but someone will say I am minimizing. In our house if something goes a little wrong , we look at each other and say, It's not cancer and continue on.

I very much doubt it is political. I am willing to bet most people have never heard of the restaurant no matter who ate there.

[Ruthtomnorma3]

There is zero. zilch, none, nada at our mail box station nor were there any in Hadley before we moved to this village.

I can think of so many things I consider larger issues than this but someone will say I am minimizing. In our house if something goes a little wrong , we look at each other and say, It's not cancer and continue on.

I very much doubt it is political. I am willing to bet most people have never heard of the restaurant no matter who ate there.

2nd paragraph primarily..... AMEN....

[justjim]

I wish they'd get mad enough to pick up cigarette butts!

I'm with you on the trash around the mailboxes and cigarette butts are trash.

Don't you think "stickergate" was started by snowbirds (like me) who had a difficult time remembering his/her box number after a 3 to 4 month hiatus . Darn Snowbirds!

[nitehawk]

I also put stickers on boxes that are not mine --- helps me find my box the one with no stickers --- hope the other people dont mind --- why should the owner of the box be the only one who can put stickers on a box -- if you dont own the box i should be able to put any sticker on any box - i am trying to make the mail station look like a nyc graffiti subway train--- just doing my part to make tv the friendliest place --- if your box is void of stickers - i can help

[Villager Joyce]

I also put stickers on boxes that are not mine --- helps me find my box the one with no stickers --- hope the other people dont mind --- why should the owner of the box be the only one who can put stickers on a box -- if you dont own the box i should be able to put any sticker on any box - i am trying to make the mail station look like a nyc graffiti subway train--- just doing my part to make tv the friendliest place --- if your box is void of stickers - i can help Reading your post reminded of the person who said to put the lightning rods on your neighbor's roof. Classic!
:girlneener:

[D&Lsunfun]

stickers on the mailboxes make the mail station messy, trashy.
these boxes belong to the postal system and are not personal. sorry to hear your personal sticker was removed.

[casita37]

I can't believe I read this entire thread!! However, I would like to add, someone suggested it isn't difficult to remember your mailbox number. Actually, for some, it is extremely difficult to remember lots of things. If a cute sticker can make my neighbors' lives (and my husband's) a little easier, then why not?

[Barefoot]

......someone suggested it isn't difficult to remember your mailbox number. Actually, for some, it is extremely difficult to remember lots of things. If a cute sticker can make my neighbors' lives (and my husband's) a little easier, then why not?

Exactly. Let's be charitable. Lots of seniors have memory issues.

And for those who think it's too messy, since it only takes seconds each day to pick up mail, surely it's a minor issue.

[CFrance]

I can't believe I read this entire thread!! However, I would like to add, someone suggested it isn't difficult to remember your mailbox number. Actually, for some, it is extremely difficult to remember lots of things. If a cute sticker can make my neighbors' lives (and my husband's) a little easier, then why not?
That's right. Dyslexia, near blindness, snowbird forgetfulness, a box that's very low (mine, but the one above it has a sticker on it--thanks, nitehawk!). There are a number of reasons someone might need to legitimately make their mailbox easier to spot.

[Madelaine Amee]

I can't believe I read this entire thread!! However, I would like to add, someone suggested it isn't difficult to remember your mailbox number. Actually, for some, it is extremely difficult to remember lots of things. If a cute sticker can make my neighbors' lives (and my husband's) a little easier, then why not?

Thank you Casita - and Bare - and CFrance for your voice of reason and sanity. I read through this whole thread and came to the conclusion - 'aint much doing in TOTV right now!:girlneener:

[boomerbaby]

If someone does not like stickers on their mailbox then do not put one on. There are stickers all over the duval mailboxes and I could care less. It is a mailbox you get your mail and leave. Dotti nobody should have touched your sticker it was not obscene. Most things are great here so when something does happen it really sticks out. Like Gracie said put up another and Dotti dont let this get to you, not worth it.

[bxmt54]

For those of you that need help remembering your mailbox number, why not make a sticker and put in on your own personal mailbox key rather than the mailbox door. If it is something that makes you smile you will see it every day...and it won't bother anyone else. I, too, thinks it looks like graffiti and is tacky. Do you put stickers on your house to help you find it too?

[dotti105]

Just checked back on this thread! So many strong opinions!!

I think it is true that some people have too much time on their hands..... I am still mystified by the juvenile behavior. Now, by the strong opinions!

But I do love The Villages and think that 99% of the people I have had the pleasure to meet here are friendly,happy folks who enjoy living here. There is always a bad apple to be found. I just choose not to find it!

[DougB]

I can't believe I read this entire thread!! However, I would like to add, someone suggested it isn't difficult to remember your mailbox number. Actually, for some, it is extremely difficult to remember lots of things. If a cute sticker can make my neighbors' lives (and my husband's) a little easier, then why not?

I wouldn't be able to remember what sticker I put on my box so I put stickers on the boxes except mine. Now I just go to the box with no sticker.

[sunnyatlast]

The stickers might look "tacky" to some, but nobody lives by the cluster mailboxes. We're there for 1 minute or less.

It's not a "There goes the neighborhood" situation that would devalue our properties.

[Polar Bear]

..."Mind your own business"...

Every Villager has to go to the mail stations every day to check their mail, and yet it's not their business? Really?

[Barefoot]

Every Villager has to go to the mail stations to check their mail, and yet it's not their business? Really?

I think Sunny's point was that a visit to the mailboxes takes a minute or two.
Not an eyesore on a street like a neighbor's car up on blocks.
If it helps Wrinklies quickly find their postal boxes, it seems of little impact to other residents.

[sunnyatlast]

Every Villager has to go to the mail stations every day to check their mail, and yet it's not their business? Really?

OK. It is our business. But most are saving the worry for bigger problems.

[DeanFL]

OK, count me in as one of those horrible people that stickerized my box. With something very neutral and P.O. related. Heaven help me if I plugged on a Cubs or Patriots sticker...

Personally I think it's a cute idea and does not promote lawlessness or graffiti or anything else the naysayers throw.

C'mon - get a life and enjoy your days here. Let the folks have fun. One of my (very few) negatives about TV is the yada regarding exterior home fronts. We all tend to blend into each other esp with the color choices given. Thankfully we have some choices to customize our landscaping and such - within ARC of course. So some of us want a bit of fun and personalization of the mailslot fronts. As long as they are not offensive to a group - SO WHAT? Yes yes - we don't own them. c'mon - loosen up and groove a bit. And if you 'choose not to abuse' - leave yours vanilla.

For those that take it upon themselves whether in spite or boredom or 'holier than thou' to rip them off - please wait till I'm there so we can have a discussion about this topic. I know I wouldn't change your mind, but at least we could exchange views.

[Baboon]

Has anyone asked their mail carrier?

[Polar Bear]

I think Sunny's point was that a visit to the mailboxes takes a minute or two.
Not an eyesore on a street like a neighbor's car up on blocks.
If it helps Wrinklies quickly find their postal boxes, it seems of little impact to other residents.

I'm not opposed to the stickers. I haven't noticed a problem. I was just expressing some disagreement with the not-your-business comment.

[Barefoot]

Has anyone asked their mail carrier?

If you care enough to wade through all the previous threads :eek: I'm pretty sure the mail carrier position is stated.

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/mailbox-sticker-creep-61217/

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/stickers-removed-our-mailbox-twice-111419/

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-new-members-forum-115/stickers-mailboxes-39346/

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/few-whys-70841/

Basically, no matter how many threads we have, there will probably never be agreement on a lot of Villages issues.

On one side we have the "rules are rules" folks who feel that all should be neat and tidy, that people must adhere to deed restrictions with no deviations for personal circumstances, and that any failure to follow rules will open the door to more and more infractions, and will negatively affect our wonderful, pristine surroundings.

And then there are the "don't sweat the small stuff" folks who feel that we should lighten up, be more relaxed, live and let live, we are here to have fun, if it doesn't hurt anyone, then MYOB, and understand the reasons if someone doesn't rigidly follow each rule.

And in the middle we have people like me who tend to boomerang according to the issue at hand. I probably lean toward the relaxed group, yet none of us want our beautiful paradise to deteriorate.

[TheVillageChicken]

I just realized that I have spent more time reading this thread than I have spent at the mail boxes since I moved here last October. Having invested that much energy, it seems wasteful not to take a stand, and here it is:

1. I have no issues with those who put stickers on mail boxes.
2. I have no issues with those who pull stickers off mail boxes.
3. I have no issues with those who do neither.

[TCGirl]

To the person on another thread who wondered about the humidity and how people in The Villages cope with it, as do I wonder, this must be the answer--stay inside and debate harmless subjects on TOTV! If we buy, I will have to give much thought to the sticker/don't sticker issue.:jester:

[Laurie2]

Puhleeze, Somebody, Puhleeze help meeeee. I have found myself reading this thread every day. Whatinthehellisdamattawidme??????

I finally broke myself of reading dog poop threads. And now this!!!

I am going to the pool now, to boil and get more wrinkles. Definitely preferable.

[Madelaine Amee]

Puhleeze, Somebody, Puhleeze help meeeee. I have found myself reading this thread every day. Whatinthehellisdamattawidme??????

I finally broke myself of reading dog poop threads. And now this!!!

I am going to the pool now, to boil and get more wrinkles. Definitely preferable.

:1rotfl: Too funny ............... how about dog days of Summer .........

[Barefoot]

To the person on another thread who wondered about the humidity and how people in The Villages cope with it, as do I wonder, this must be the answer--stay inside and debate harmless subjects on TOTV! If we buy, I will have to give much thought to the sticker/don't sticker issue.:jester:

If you just waded through 66 posts about stickers on mailboxes, you should definitely move here! :duck:

[NotFromAroundHere]

Heaven help me if I plugged on a Cubs or Patriots sticker...

I doubt if heaven would be inclined to help you if you put those stickers anywhere! Some things can't be forgiven.

[memason]

I doubt if heaven would be inclined to help you if you put those stickers anywhere! Some things can't be forgiven.

I agree.... I could deal with a St. Louis Cardinal sticker....but the Cubs! :-)

[Chi-Town]

OK, count me in as one of those horrible people that stickerized my box. With something very neutral and P.O. related. Heaven help me if I plugged on a Cubs or Patriots sticker...

Heaven sent this..... Take your choice

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[CFrance]

How 'bout a Remove The Curse sticker for the poor Cubbies?

[TCGirl]

If you just waded through 66 posts about stickers on mailboxes, you should definitely move here! :duck:
Good advice, Barefoot,:a20: