Looking for younger Villagers

[cherman338]

My wife and I just became full time residents (July 1) and although we have tons of friends here already it would be nice to have some friends our own age (55) that share some common life experiences (i.e. - children the same age, same musical tastes, etc.) Is there a club that anyone can recommend that may fulfill this desire?

[iandwk]

Hi,

My husband and I have been here since August 1. We're a little older but not by much - 4-5 years. There are a number of us, but no club that I know of. We're still busy finding things to do :laugh:

Send a private message - maybe we can get together one day.

[Karen83]

Hi and welcome to The Villages!

I am not much older than you and have found that age really doesn't matter as much in The Villages as it seemed to "back home". I've met many really active people in their 70's ( and 80's!!), and have come across some very sedentary "old" acting people in their 50's. I have also met people older than me, with children younger than mine. ( Don't know about the music, but it will be interesting to see some Heavy Metal at the squares in a few years! )

I have found the best way to meet people that I can "connect" with, is to just get out and do all of the many activities this wonderful place offers that interest you. You will have NO problem making many friends who share your interests! ( and don't be surprised if some of them are older!!)

Again, Welcome to Paradise!!

[bimmertl]

You need to join the Baby Boomers Club. Club requires that one member (spouse or partner) be born between 1946-1964. Proof of age is required to join. Here's the link with all the info.

http://thevillagesbabyboomers.com/

[Army Guy]

cherman, me and wife are also younger, I am 51, and wife only 48 and we have made close friends with others in their low and mid 50's. Also have made close friends with those older, as has been stated TV residents as awhole are yonger at heart and can relate to someone of any age and become good friends, cause we are all active and enjoy LIVING life!

Army Guy

[katezbox]

Hi there,

Jim and I (56, 54) have a great time with AG and Mrs AG when they are here. We live very near to Largo and would be glad to get together (PM me?)

I also agree with the other posters that some our best friends in TV are older than us. Mostly they know this because they tell us - you would never know by their energy levels!!!

Kate

[Bettiboop]

cherman, me and wife are also younger, I am 51, and wife only 48 and we have made close friends with others in their low and mid 50's. Also have made close friends with those older, as has been stated TV residents as awhole are yonger at heart and can relate to someone of any age and become good friends, cause we are all active and enjoy LIVING life!

Army Guy

51 and 48?

We were told that at least 1 in the household had to be at least 55 before buying in TV. Did we understand wrong?

[Whalen]

Hi and welcome to The Villages!

I am not much older than you and have found that age really doesn't matter as much in The Villages as it seemed to "back home". I've met many really active people in their 70's ( and 80's!!), and have come across some very sedentary "old" acting people in their 50's. I have also met people older than me, with children younger than mine. ( Don't know about the music, but it will be interesting to see some Heavy Metal at the squares in a few years! )

I have found the best way to meet people that I can "connect" with, is to just get out and do all of the many activities this wonderful place offers that interest you. You will have NO problem making many friends who share your interests! ( and don't be surprised if some of them are older!!)

Again, Welcome to Paradise!!

Coldn't have said it better.

[mac9]

You didn't read wrong. However, federal law requires age restricted communities to have an 80-20 split. If at least 20 % are not under age 55, then someone younger than 55 can not be denied residency. If, however, there is 20%, then TV can legally deny someone under 55. TV is nowhere near the 20%.

[billethkid]

As you will find soon enough in TV there are many of the so called younger, that are much older in many ways. And then there are the post 60 & 70 that will put many of the younger to shame. I wouldn't limit my good fortune in people yet to be met by putting such an inhibitor as age up for criteria.

You are as old as you feel or wanna be. Some of us choose to ignore the number and just go do what ever.

btk (one of the older ones!!!)

[bike42]

The beauty of TV is the huge number of clubs that let you quickly find people who share your interests. Music? Join a music group. -- etc. etc. --
Common interests are a much better basis for friendships than age.

[dang]

Hey Wife and I will just be 48 -and we are very comfortable here. here just over a year.

[Army Guy]

I was told that we were allowed to buy since I had reached eligible retirement age in the military with 30 years.
I asked before we made our first visit, since if we could not buy we would not have come.

Army Guy

[KayakerNC]

Damn kids!
Get off my lawn!!

http://www.firstshowing.net/2008/10/24/clint-eastwoods-gran-torino-trailer-get-off-my-lawn/

[swrinfla]

But, the liveliest member of our block has only just turned 55. The rest of us struggle to keep up our image of being as young as she is!

For the most part, I think we show how good we are. And, we're mostly over 70!

It's the Kool-Aid, stupid! :jester:

SWR
:beer3:

[wlou]

My husband is 56 and I am 48. We are still PTimers but hope to be FT next year..I was wondering if there were many of us under 60....I will tell you I adore my village neighbors who are mostly in their 70, 80.s...So we know the age thing is no big deal...I do understand what you are saying though..Nice to be with folks who are in the same part of their life's journey as you..Thanks for posting b/c I had never heard of the baby boomers club until your post... We will join up!

[Ooper]

Damn kids!
Get off my lawn!!

http://www.firstshowing.net/2008/10/24/clint-eastwoods-gran-torino-trailer-get-off-my-lawn/

Huh?

[graciegirl]

Gosh. This thread is kinda making me feel a little...bad.

EXCEPT some really dear people spoke up and said a lot of nice stuff about the somewhat older people. I am not older. I will be 70 in November.

I think I am current in my ideas, lifestyle and interests. In my heart I am 16. I meet each person with a real interest in what is happening in their lives and after living five decades or so we have all experienced many of the same happy times and some of the same sadnesses.

I choose my friends for their kindness and warmth first and then their zest for life. I have not been disappointed in TV. My youngest friend is 48 and my oldest is 97. Not that I'M counting!;)

[Campbell soup]

Thanks Gracie you are wonderful…..we are in our mid 50’s and our best friends have just turned 74 and we can hardly keep up with them. I don’t mean just physically. They have a certain loving nature that sometimes comes only with maturity. We just love listening to all their wonderful stories and experiences. They are our Heroes. After reading this forum for many months we know how you and your group of friends are always there for each. I don’t care what number your at…it’s what is in your heart that really counts. We can’t wait to meet with you and all your buddies in the next few months.

[KayakerNC]

Huh?

It's an old cliche about cranky grandparents, aging homeowners who are tired of young whippersnappers destroying their property (also, they hate those baggy pants).

[BobKat1]

It's an old cliche about cranky grandparents, aging homeowners who are tired of young whippersnappers destroying their property (also, they hate those baggy pants).

When I read your original comments, I could picture a bunch of 50-somethings running across the lawn of a 60 or 70-something. Funny...

[Ooper]

Yeh... that is a funny visual!

[cherman338]

Did not want to anyone to think I don't like my older friends. It was the people we met down here when we visited the first time that prompted us to buy and they were all in the 70-80 price range and doing things like riding bikes 40 miles a day and playing on 2 or 3 softball teams. We just want some balance and people who are going through some of the same life experiences as us at the same time. Retirement, kids weddings, birth of grandkids, etc. Now I feel guilty and have to go help someone across the street (whether they want to go or not):cry:

[rshoffer]

Did not want to anyone to think I don't like my older friends. It was the people we met down here when we visited the first time that prompted us to buy and they were all in the 70-80 price range and doing things like riding bikes 40 miles a day and playing on 2 or 3 softball teams. We just want some balance and people who are going through some of the same life experiences as us at the same time. Retirement, kids weddings, birth of grandkids, etc. Now I feel guilty and have to go help someone across the street (whether they want to go or not):cry:Don't feel a bit guilty. This is a VERY different experience being on the younger end of the age curve. I have been here 14 months and some days I still ask myself.... what the heck am i doing in a 'retirement community'??? I find it beautiful, safe, with endless things to do.... but the demographics are definitely different. Also, with every tick of every second of every day I'm inching closer to the OTHER end of the spectrum (and so are you)_

[Julie]

Gosh. This thread is kinda making me feel a little...bad.

EXCEPT some really dear people spoke up and said a lot of nice stuff about the somewhat older people. I am not older. I will be 70 in November.

I think I am current in my ideas, lifestyle and interests. In my heart I am 16. I meet each person with a real interest in what is happening in their lives and after living five decades or so we have all experienced many of the same happy times and some of the same sadnesses.

I choose my friends for their kindness and warmth first and then their zest for life. I have not been disappointed in TV. My youngest friend is 48 and my oldest is 97. Not that I'M counting!;)

GG, I know I can ALWAYS count on you. :highfive: We've never met in person, but if I ever sell this darn house and make it to TV, you are one of the first people I want to meet (Oh don't cry Kathie, you're on that list too:kiss: )

For me age is not a factor. I am looking forward to joining clubs and partaking in activities with people that have the same interests as myself. If the people happen to be "younger" great! If they happen to be "older" great! Selfishly, I just want them to be people I want to spend time with who want to spend time with me.

And Gracie if I make it down by November I'll help celebrate your big seven-oh. :eek: :jester:

[KathieI]

GG, I know I can ALWAYS count on you. :highfive: We've never met in person, but if I ever sell this darn house and make it to TV, you are one of the first people I want to meet (Oh don't cry Kathie, you're on that list too:kiss: )


Julie,,,,,
http://www.clicksmilies.com/s1106/traurig/sad-smiley-044.gif

Let me tell you something about this place folks, age is NOT A FACTOR..... I've said it before and I'll say it again,,,, I arrived here @ 67 years old, I am now down to 52 and getting younger by the minute. Most of my friends are a lot younger, but, by golly, I out dance and out party any of them. Sometimes I get very frustrated because they poop out on me and can't keep up with me..... No one here cares how old you are or what you look like, just have a great time and enjoy..... Amennnn!!!!

[Yoda]

Did not want to anyone to think I don't like my older friends. It was the people we met down here when we visited the first time that prompted us to buy and they were all in the 70-80 price range and doing things like riding bikes 40 miles a day and playing on 2 or 3 softball teams. We just want some balance and people who are going through some of the same life experiences as us at the same time. Retirement, kids weddings, birth of grandkids, etc. Now I feel guilty and have to go help someone across the street (whether they want to go or not):cry:

I think it was something you said.

I just retired from the IT field. (Forced) I still have a daughter to marry off. None of my grandchildren is over 3. (Another in the oven) I started my trip through what you seem to refer to as life later than you and it seems we arrived at the same time.

What matters is not your age but where you are in life. When your dead, nobody cares how old you are.

Yours is an interesting outlook.

Bless you.

Yoda

[JeanneBeannie]

Congratulations on your move to TV!! I am also 55 and I must say that I am not worried one bit about the variety of ages, as they all seem to be 21 in spirit and mind. I will probably have a hard time keeping up with them hehe :faint:....especially some of my new gal pals :1rotfl:.

I look forward to meeting you and your wife in October (assuming I will have no problem at the closing with my extremely picky buyers :boxing2:).

Glad to hear about the Baby Boomers Club...sounds like alot of fun! :pepper2:

[mitchbr47]

My wife and I just became full time residents (July 1) and although we have tons of friends here already it would be nice to have some friends our own age (55) that share some common life experiences (i.e. - children the same age, same musical tastes, etc.) Is there a club that anyone can recommend that may fulfill this desire?

One place to meet younger Villagers might be the Baby Boomers Club. Must be born after Jan 1, 1946, but before 1964. So there are some folks in their early 60s who can attend.
The used to meet at La Hacienda which is closed for remodeling. Their next meeting is Sept. 16th.

http://thevillagesbabyboomers.com

[BETHPAGE BLACK]

KathieI and Gracie Girl...both of you are SOOOO RIGHT!!!
Its not how old you are but how old you feel. I am still working and buth the way one of the oldies in my department (64 and proud of it) most of the 40 year olds around me cant keep up with me. The younger people always invite me places and want to hang out because I like to have fun.
I cant wait to retire and finally move into my home and meet everyone no matter what your age is. Looking forward to enjoying everyone"s company and lovin and laughin !!! .....Laura: :agree:

[N'awlins Lady]

My hubby and I are fast approaching 53 this year. We put our home on the market last week with our sights on TV. All our married life (32yrs.) we'd been the "youngest" in the neighborhood...until the last decade! What happened? :shrug: Now we're the ones with grandchildren!

I think it'll be nice to move to a place where we're the "youngest" again! From what I hear from most Villagers... the #1 complaint is NOT MOVING THERE SOONER! Words of wisdom that we are taking to heart!

"Young" wannabe's looking forward to becoming Villagers!

Cheers...it's only a number! :beer3:

Trudy and Keith

[Pturner]

My hubby and I are fast approaching 53 this year. We put our home on the market last week with our sights on TV. All our married life (32yrs.) we'd been the "youngest" in the neighborhood...until the last decade! What happened? :shrug: Now we're the ones with grandchildren!

I think it'll be nice to move to a place where we're the "youngest" again! From what I hear from most Villagers... the #1 complaint is NOT MOVING THERE SOONER! Words of wisdom that we are taking to heart!

"Young" wannabe's looking forward to becoming Villagers!

Cheers...it's only a number! :beer3:

Trudy and Keith

Hi N'awlins,

Lol. I know whatcha mean. On one visit down (we're part-timers) we saw a neighbor outside who is the next-door-neighbor of a TOTVer whom we much admire and wanted to meet. We inquired and he said, "sure I know him. I'll just go knock on his door and tell him you're here." When the door was opened, he said, "There is this really young couple out here that wants to meet you."

WOW. "Really young couple!" We hadn't been called that since we were in our late 20s and were the youngest in the neighborhood.

I don't know the ages of my TV friends-- except my dear friends Gracie and KathieI, since they posted it. :laugh: They both claim to like me despite my age. I'm 58, so I'm old to you. Can't wait to meet you though! Hope we're friends.

Pturner

Hey much-admired TOTV neighbor, are your reading this? :wave:

[harbor53]

I'll move to TV in 14 months. I'm 57 now and will be 58 when I join the club.

1. I am looking forward to being carded when I buy wine.

2. It will be nice when girls look at me and say, "But he's so young!." (In the midst of divorce after 30 years of marriage)

3. When I'm moving in --- please...just one person say, "Who's the kid?"

4. I want some dirty looks when I switch the country club TV from "Law and Order" to "Weeds"

Cheers!

[pooh]

Didn't you know, everyone in The Villages is 39!!! Yup, when you move here, and you have your first birthday in TV, you then turn 39.

There are so many interesting people of all ages, to meet, interact with, learn from, enjoy being with. When you get here, you'll find that age doesn't matter, it just doesn't. So many are older or younger than I am on my bowling league...and some of those older women can really bowl well. The women I used to play billiards with are also around my age or a bit older and you should see how well they play. You start to admire skills and abilities and forget that someone is older or younger than you. Many have children and grandchildren and kids are kids, no matter how old they are. Problems aren't unique to one particular generation.

Come, enjoy the beauty of the locale, the friendly people, the clubs, the recreation, The Villages....you're going to love it!