How Old Is Too Old?

[baybob]

My wife and I have a lot of (fairly) lengthy conversations about moving to TV. I am 70 and she is 69. She thinks we're "much too old" to be moving to TV. I believe that age is a number and it's never too late to make a change such as moving from a big house in New England to a comfortable, convenient, smaller house in a fun place like TV. I'm interested in opinions on this subject.

[Yoda]

We are 68 & 62. Just found TV last year and are in motion to get there this year. Let us pray. We are still alive and do not believe what the numbers say. Age is what you feel you are not just numbers. As long as you are on the right side of the lawn and want another adventure it should be health not age that dictates. Even if your health comes out of a bunch of pill bottles.

Just some thoughts. Enjoy!:a040:

[Whalen]

My wife and I have a lot of (fairly) lengthy conversations about moving to TV. I am 70 and she is 69. She thinks we're "much too old" to be moving to TV. I believe that age is a number and it's never too late to make a change such as moving from a big house in New England to a comfortable, convenient, smaller house in a fun place like TV. I'm interested in opinions on this subject.


We're not there yet, soon, God willing.
I'm a true believer in age being a state of mind.
When I was thirty one of my best friends was 60.
Had 2 Lifestyle visits and was so impressed with seeing 2 or 3 generations all together in the Town Squares,
it's one of the reasons we felt this was the place for us.
So throw out the numbers and come on down, it's a lot warmer than NE.:icon_wink:

[graciegirl]

You are pretty close to our ages and our next door neighbors ages and we just bought here and love it.

[BUC]

70 isn't to bad, if the 401-k doesn't improve I may not retire until I'm 70, besides, Biily Cystal once said "By the time your wise enough to watch your step, you can't walk" so enjoy yourself while you can!

[villages07]

baybob..... 70 and 69 are not too old; hopefully, you both have many happy, healthy years ahead of you. Living in TV, with its warmer climate and relaxed atmosphere, might add years to your life. There are so many vibrant 70+'ers living here.

I have seen couples relocate here in their 80s...that just floored me that they would be willing to make such a major move so late in life. I can't imagine my 85 yr old mother making such a move. In one instance I know, both of the elderly spouses died within 2 years of moving here...it probably wasn't a good decision for them... they would have been better off staying where they were comfortable.

But, do it now....don't wait for 5 years and miss out on these good years.

[SteveZ]

My wife and I have a lot of (fairly) lengthy conversations about moving to TV. I am 70 and she is 69. She thinks we're "much too old" to be moving to TV. I believe that age is a number and it's never too late to make a change such as moving from a big house in New England to a comfortable, convenient, smaller house in a fun place like TV. I'm interested in opinions on this subject.
One is never too old to be in a location which does not have any "Bridge Freezes Before Road" signs...

[KathieI]

My wife and I have a lot of (fairly) lengthy conversations about moving to TV. I am 70 and she is 69. She thinks we're "much too old" to be moving to TV. I believe that age is a number and it's never too late to make a change such as moving from a big house in New England to a comfortable, convenient, smaller house in a fun place like TV. I'm interested in opinions on this subject.

Baybob and Mrs. Baybob: I moved here in Sept., I was 67, I'm now 55, does that tell you anything? Do it, enjoy it. You'll love it...

[chelsea24]

You'll never regret it! You'll feel and act 20 years younger. This is a wonderful, lively, youthful place that will add years to your life.

Hey, 60 is the new 40! So, 70 is the new 50! Right? :beer3: You will feel it too! :welcome:

So, you'll be saying "why did we feel so stuck up North?" ;)

[jkh313]

My husband is in his 70's and I am 51. My parents have lived in TV for almost ten years now, and we have been visiting them for two weeks every spring. When I first learned that my parents were moving to a "retirement community", I was concerned. They are both vibrant people, and I had the typical preconception of a retirement community. When I actually experieced TV, I was truly impressed. I could not believe how incredible it was. I was concerned about meeting/seeing anyone my age (then in my 40's) during our visit, but we met so many people of different ages and from diverse backgrounds and everyone was truly friendly. Every year we go back, we make more wonderful memories. If TV does not make you feel younger and allow for ANY type of activity/involvement you desire, then there is no place in the US that will. I wish that we could become residents, but we have a minor child. It is truly a wonderful place. If there is any negative, it would be that it just keeps growing and getting SO big. Other than that, you have absolutely nothing to lose. As for being too old - there is no such thing. The residents of TV are having the time of their lives! My advice would be to get packin'! :a040:

[ijusluvit]

If you're like other folks your age we know, the downside of moving away are the fears that it just won't be as comfortable as home and that you will lose touch with those close to you.

Here's what happens...

You get such grand treatment when you arrive that you initially suspect your neighbors get paid to operate Welcome Wagon.

You start getting really comfortable when they don't quit being friendly.

You invite those close to you to visit. Even if it's impossible, they still tell you they want to live here too. Generally, those who can buy, do buy.

Your new neighbors and friends become your best neighbors and friends.

You pinch yourself to check if you are just dreaming.

(This is not a paid announcement.)

[golfnut]

If you haven't been here then come down on a lifestyle preview and you'll know within a few days of being here if it's right for you....GN

[graciegirl]

If you're like other folks your age we know, the downside of moving away are the fears that it just won't be as comfortable as home and that you will lose touch with those close to you.

Here's what happens...

You get such grand treatment when you arrive that you initially suspect your neighbors get paid to operate Welcome Wagon.

You start getting really comfortable when they don't quit being friendly.

You invite those close to you to visit. Even if it's impossible, they still tell you they want to live here too. Generally, those who can buy, do buy.

Your new neighbors and friends become your best neighbors and friends.

You pinch yourself to check if you are just dreaming.

(This is not a paid announcement.)

:agree::agree::agree:
I absolutely agree. Well said!!

[Mintjulep]

One of my friends here is 77.
She moved here at 75 alone as a widow and Loves it!!!

[Julie]

Initially I was worried about being too young. However, after a lifestyle preview visit my husband and I had so much fun we decided we needed to seriously consider moving to TV. Last week we purchased a beautiful lot and are now back in California about to put our house up for sale so we can begin building our dream home in the village of St. Charles.

Even though we don't live there yet, I honestly believe that age is NOT a factor it is a state of mind.

I agree with some earlier posters that you need to go for a visit to check it out. My only warning to you is: DO NOT DRINK THE WATER!!! :a040:

[chelsea24]

Congratulations Julie! You'll love it here for sure. We've been here about 14 months now and it just keeps getting better and better.

Lots of building going on in St. Charles, we're right down the road. So, welcome neighba!

:beer3::welcome:

[BarryB]

50's 60's 70's makes no difference. It's fun for all ages

[Ohiogirl]

I loved Kathie's answer - hope it happens to me when I move down permanently!

One of my monthly tenants was in her late 70s, renting in the summer to see if she could handle the heat (really not any worse than most of the South). She decided she could, and moved down by herself - which has to be harder.

So - go for it. Believe me, friends and family will visit YOU, if one of your worries is not seeing family.

[ouma1938]

I am 70 and my husband is 69 (I robbed the cradle) and we are going to move to TV no matter what. We are still trying to sell our house here in SC and I don't care if I am 124 and a half years old when that happens, I'm moving to TV. Then, like Kathie, quickly become only 107 and a half!

[conn8757]

why not start out by renting a few months to see if she changes her mind? I bet she does.

[tvcam20]

I say stay in NE. My husband and I lived there for 2 years. We both worked in the Villages. For the most part people were cranky. They would run you off the road as soon as look at you. The most difficult thing to get used to was the ambulances coming to your block in the middle of the night because one of your neighbors had a heart attack or passed away. Summers are wicked hot! There isn't much of a breeze in that area.

[Phoebeis]

Loved your answer KathieI! I'm the same age, so hope to be 55 real soon!!! Phoebeis

[Sidney Lanier]

You'll never regret it! You'll feel and act 20 years younger. This is a wonderful, lively, youthful place that will add years to your life.

Hey, 60 is the new 40! So, 70 is the new 50! Right? :beer3: You will feel it too! :welcome:

So, you'll be saying "why did we feel so stuck up North?" ;)

This says it all; I couldn't agree more! We know a couple who moved here when they were both 87!!!