Made a trip to the pool this morning

[npwalters]

So I made my maiden voyage to the pool closest to me this morning. I had no problem using it and it was nice to get back in the water.

This pool, and I assume all that are open, has a person who's sole job is to admit people to the pool and make sure the rules are enforced. I wouldn't want that job. He is required to deal with people like me that question stupid policies. He was a nice guy and I stayed polite and smiling. Here is how it went:

I walked up to the 6 ft line on the ground and stood on it. He asked me to move back behind the line (about 6 inches) so I did. I was now less than 6 feet from the person behind me now but I had to take the chance. He then asked for my name and Village ID number and I complied.

Then I asked him "I read the policy in the Recreation News and I'm wondering how I'm going to swim in my mask?" He said "most people at this pool don't swim. The best place for that is one of the regional centers". I said "well, I think the mask is required for ALL indoor and outdoor activities policy is in effect there too". He said "I'll have to ask about that. I'm just trying to do what they told me to". I assured him I knew he was not the policy maker.

I noticed he was not wearing a mask but had one on the table next to him. I said "I noticed you don't need a mask out here". He said " I had to take it off because people couldn't hear me." I said "well it's a good thing the virus is contained to inside the pool area where we will be wearing them". He ignored my rapier like wit and just reminded me I had 1 hour maximum.

He was right about most people not swimming. I knew this, of course, because I go there every day when it is open. Most are 70 and 80sh ladies that walk across the pool and gab. This was the case today. 1 with a mask and 2 without while in the water. I did swim and left my mask at my chair until I returned. I did wear my mask while sun bathing since I don't want mom and dad to restrict us again.

We smiled at each other and chatted a little on my way out. The guy has thick skin. I enjoyed my time but have 2 concerns. A few hundred love bugs did not practice social distancing. I hope they aren't carriers. The other concern is I'm gonna end up with a tan on my face that is dark on the forehead and chin and white where the mask goes. Maybe it will start a new fad.

[EdFNJ]

Walking by the golf courses this morning along O'Dell I didn't notice any golfers that I saw (which was a only a maybe 16 or so) wearing masks either. Is golf considered an "activity" or is it exempt from that description ?

[CarolSells]

Thank you! I knew it was going to be interesting when you mentioned that you liked to question stupid policies! ������
Your “rapier like wit” did indeed show through.

Glad you got to go. Thanks again.

[EdFNJ]

The other concern is I'm gonna end up with a tan on my face that is dark on the forehead and chin and white where the mask goes. Maybe it will start a new fad.
Just grow a beard, that would solve that problem. :D :D

[Stu from NYC]

We are still hesitant about using a pool now. Will see how things develop

[Number 10 GI]

So I made my maiden voyage to the pool closest to me this morning. I had no problem using it and it was nice to get back in the water.

This pool, and I assume all that are open, has a person who's sole job is to admit people to the pool and make sure the rules are enforced. I wouldn't want that job. He is required to deal with people like me that question stupid policies. He was a nice guy and I stayed polite and smiling. Here is how it went:

I walked up to the 6 ft line on the ground and stood on it. He asked me to move back behind the line (about 6 inches) so I did. I was now less than 6 feet from the person behind me now but I had to take the chance. He then asked for my name and Village ID number and I complied.

Then I asked him "I read the policy in the Recreation News and I'm wondering how I'm going to swim in my mask?" He said "most people at this pool don't swim. The best place for that is one of the regional centers". I said "well, I think the mask is required for ALL indoor and outdoor activities policy is in effect there too". He said "I'll have to ask about that. I'm just trying to do what they told me to". I assured him I knew he was not the policy maker.

I noticed he was not wearing a mask but had one on the table next to him. I said "I noticed you don't need a mask out here". He said " I had to take it off because people couldn't hear me." I said "well it's a good thing the virus is contained to inside the pool area where we will be wearing them". He ignored my rapier like wit and just reminded me I had 1 hour maximum.

He was right about most people not swimming. I knew this, of course, because I go there every day when it is open. Most are 70 and 80sh ladies that walk across the pool and gab. This was the case today. 1 with a mask and 2 without while in the water. I did swim and left my mask at my chair until I returned. I did wear my mask while sun bathing since I don't want mom and dad to restrict us again.

We smiled at each other and chatted a little on my way out. The guy has thick skin. I enjoyed my time but have 2 concerns. A few hundred love bugs did not practice social distancing. I hope they aren't carriers. The other concern is I'm gonna end up with a tan on my face that is dark on the forehead and chin and white where the mask goes. Maybe it will start a new fad.

Do you get your jollies giving someone a hard time? The guy was there to insure the rules were obeyed so the powers that be don't shut down the pools again. He doesn't make the rules and may decide they are stupid also but he has a job to do. If you don't like the rules don't go to the pool, as simple as it gets. You should be ashamed and go back and apologize to that man.

[Two Bills]

I never had much time for people who play the smart 4&$* with a a bloke just doing his job to the best of his ability.

[Medtrans]

Poor guy. I would hate to be an employee here. Put yourself in his place. It’s day #1. They’re trying hard to make everyone happy and yet......

[dewilson58]

Maiden Voyage.............really classy. :ohdear:

[Villageswimmer]

Most unkind. These folks shouldn’t need to put up with your smart remarks. They’re your neighbors and we’re all in this together. Not at all funny.

[billlaur]

wow just asking questions, he should b wearing a mask,if he cant find someone that will..she was correct in what she said and did..there is nothing wrong with a lil banter...lighten up...:coolsmiley:

[golfing eagles]

Walking by the golf courses this morning along O'Dell I didn't notice any golfers that I saw (which was a only a maybe 16 or so) wearing masks either. Is golf considered an "activity" or is it exempt from that description ?

What ever gave you (and others) the idea that NOW you have to wear a mask to golf????

[Boomer]

Never mind. In the post I just deleted, I told the OP what I thought of his treatment of the guy just trying to do his job. It was not pretty — so I edited it out.

Sincerely,
Grouchy Boomer

[billlaur]

U DA MaN NP WALTERS

[GoodLife]

Somehow I just knew the regular bunch of tight ***s on here would show up.

Your thread has now been designated an official shame fest. You may console yourself with a glass of wine. :duck:

[Marathon Man]

Walking by the golf courses this morning along O'Dell I didn't notice any golfers that I saw (which was a only a maybe 16 or so) wearing masks either. Is golf considered an "activity" or is it exempt from that description ?

Golf courses ar not part of the Recreation and Parks Department. Policies of the R&P do not apply to golf.

[manaboutown]

As a former swimming pool lifeguard while in college I had to learn to deal with difficult people. It was a tossup as to whether the drunks or the inattentive mothers of small children were a bigger problem. I had to keep an unwavering eye on their tykes and pull them out when they kept wandering into deep water to drown while their mothers dozed in the sun.

You could not pay me enough to work that pool gatekeeper's job.

Yes, some TOTV members comprise a rough crowd.

[coffeebean]

Do you get your jollies giving someone a hard time? The guy was there to insure the rules were obeyed so the powers that be don't shut down the pools again. He doesn't make the rules and may decide they are stupid also but he has a job to do. If you don't like the rules don't go to the pool, as simple as it gets. You should be ashamed and go back and apologize to that man.

Why apologize? The man was not wearing a mask. How about speaking LOUDER so people could hear him? His excuse for not wearing a mask was lame as hell.

[coffeebean]

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Better off keeping this to myself!

[EdFNJ]

Walking by the golf courses this morning along O'Dell I didn't notice any golfers that I saw (which was a only a maybe 16 or so) wearing masks either. Is golf considered an "activity" or is it exempt from that description ?

What ever gave you (and others) the idea that NOW you have to wear a mask to golf????

Not sure but just MAYBE it was this ? Maybe they were just being sarcastic? :shocked::shocked:
http://www.thevillagesdailysun.com/app/recnews/6/


https://i.postimg.cc/MKTvdbsv/rules.jpg (https://postimg.cc/14kmz61Q)

[EdFNJ]

Golf courses ar not part of the Recreation and Parks Department. Policies of the R&P do not apply to golf. Thank you for a factual response vs. a fact-less comment. While I still find it to be illogical as to why it also shouldn't apply to golf as it would to shuffleboard, horseshoes and tossing bags of beans into a hole (despite the regulatory reason you provided) at least there is a "technical" reason for it. :)

[John_W]

I just went and got my mail and and normally on a day like today, there would be 20 golf carts in front of the Tamarind Grove pool, I only saw two carts at 2pm today.

[npwalters]

I'll make three points for those not were quick to criticize and slow to see the irony (and a little humor).

1) I asked a question regarding a mask while swimming assuming the flaw in the policy was so obvious that the enforcers would have more information.

2) The irony and hypocrisy of an individual who's job is to check that the swimming guest are wearing a mask - is not wearing a mask should have leapt off the page even to the slowest individual.

3) I did not state the location because of point #2

[JSR22]

I just went and got my mail and and normally on a day like today, there would be 20 golf carts in front of the Tamarind Grove pool, I only saw two carts at 2pm today.

The Tamarind Grove pool is not open.

[New Englander]

The Tamarind Grove pool is not open.

The Sanibel pool was closed today as well.

[John_W]

The Tamarind Grove pool is not open.

What pools are open?

[JSR22]

What pools are open?

The sports pool are open, the familly pools are open and several adult pools North of 466. I have not read that the priority pools are open.

[thelegges]

Ok in the rec news whole page on what pools are open. Family pools are open. Only 3 neighborhood poos open north.

[champion6]

What pools are open?Recreation & Parks News (http://thevillagesdailysun.com/app/recnews/index.html) See page 9

[Arlington2]

I'll make three points for those not were quick to criticize and slow to see the irony (and a little humor).

1) I asked a question regarding a mask while swimming assuming the flaw in the policy was so obvious that the enforcers would have more information.

2) The irony and hypocrisy of an individual who's job is to check that the swimming guest are wearing a mask - is not wearing a mask should have leapt off the page even to the slowest individual.

3) I did not state the location because of point #2

1) I find it humorous you think it is obvious the lowest rung on the ladder would have new unpublished info on the rules.
2) Many people in our community have hearing deficiencies even with hearing aids. They find it difficult to understand speech without seeing the lips moving. It is well known that many people augment hearing with some lip reading.
3) I find it ironical you choose to humiliate and amuse yourself with your quick wit attacking a person without authority to respond to your abuse.
4) I find it ironical that you seem to hold yourself superior to those people that choose to support their community through low paying positions or volunteer work.

[thelegges]

No problems at the priority pools today. Person was very pleasant. Not part of developer pools, but still very organized

[Topspinmo]

So I made my maiden voyage to the pool closest to me this morning. I had no problem using it and it was nice to get back in the water.

This pool, and I assume all that are open, has a person who's sole job is to admit people to the pool and make sure the rules are enforced. I wouldn't want that job. He is required to deal with people like me that question stupid policies. He was a nice guy and I stayed polite and smiling. Here is how it went:

I walked up to the 6 ft line on the ground and stood on it. He asked me to move back behind the line (about 6 inches) so I did. I was now less than 6 feet from the person behind me now but I had to take the chance. He then asked for my name and Village ID number and I complied.

Then I asked him "I read the policy in the Recreation News and I'm wondering how I'm going to swim in my mask?" He said "most people at this pool don't swim. The best place for that is one of the regional centers". I said "well, I think the mask is required for ALL indoor and outdoor activities policy is in effect there too". He said "I'll have to ask about that. I'm just trying to do what they told me to". I assured him I knew he was not the policy maker.

I noticed he was not wearing a mask but had one on the table next to him. I said "I noticed you don't need a mask out here". He said " I had to take it off because people couldn't hear me." I said "well it's a good thing the virus is contained to inside the pool area where we will be wearing them". He ignored my rapier like wit and just reminded me I had 1 hour maximum.

He was right about most people not swimming. I knew this, of course, because I go there every day when it is open. Most are 70 and 80sh ladies that walk across the pool and gab. This was the case today. 1 with a mask and 2 without while in the water. I did swim and left my mask at my chair until I returned. I did wear my mask while sun bathing since I don't want mom and dad to restrict us again.

We smiled at each other and chatted a little on my way out. The guy has thick skin. I enjoyed my time but have 2 concerns. A few hundred love bugs did not practice social distancing. I hope they aren't carriers. The other concern is I'm gonna end up with a tan on my face that is dark on the forehead and chin and white where the mask goes. Maybe it will start a new fad.

We see how “thick” Skinned he is at end of the week?

[John_W]

Ok in the rec news whole page on what pools are open. Family pools are open. Only 3 neighborhood poos open north.

If they're are no guests at the present time, then a family pool like Sterling Hgts Rec Center wouldn't be so bad. Otherwise, I only use neighborhood pools and with only 3 to chose from and since they're ten miles away, it's the family pool or nothing.

[npwalters]

1) I find it humorous you think it is obvious the lowest rung on the ladder would have new unpublished info on the rules.
2) Many people in our community have hearing deficiencies even with hearing aids. They find it difficult to understand speech without seeing the lips moving. It is well known that many people augment hearing with some lip reading.
3) I find it ironical you choose to humiliate and amuse yourself with your quick wit attacking a person without authority to respond to your abuse.
4) I find it ironical that you seem to hold yourself superior to those people that choose to support their community through low paying positions or volunteer work.


2) The irony and hypocrisy of an individual who's job is to check that the swimming guest are wearing a mask - is not wearing a mask should have leapt off the page even to the slowest individual.

well, maybe not.

[thelegges]

If they're are no guests at the present time, then a family pool like Sterling Hgts Rec Center wouldn't be so bad. Otherwise, I only use neighborhood pools and with only 3 to chose from and since they're ten miles away, it's the family pool or nothing.

Well today in my travels I saw no less than 12 rental 6 seaters with a teens, and small children. Traffic had doubled since 2 days ago, and noticed many grandchildren with grandparents walking. So I am guessing the family pools will have kids that no one is going to SD.

[AlexandJune]

I'll make three points for those not were quick to criticize and slow to see the irony (and a little humor).

1) I asked a question regarding a mask while swimming assuming the flaw in the policy was so obvious that the enforcers would have more information.

2) The irony and hypocrisy of an individual who's job is to check that the swimming guest are wearing a mask - is not wearing a mask should have leapt off the page even to the slowest individual.

3) I did not state the location because of point #2

:boom::mademyday: LOVIN' IT!!

[billethkid]

"stupid policy" as measured by ......?

[golfing eagles]

Not sure but just MAYBE it was this ? Maybe they were just being sarcastic? :shocked::shocked:
http://www.thevillagesdailysun.com/app/recnews/6/


https://i.postimg.cc/MKTvdbsv/rules.jpg (https://postimg.cc/14kmz61Q)

That's from the recreation and parks news. Walking, cycling, riding around in a cart and golfing are NOT in their jurisdiction

[golfing eagles]

Thank you for a factual response vs. a fact-less comment. While I still find it to be illogical as to why it also shouldn't apply to golf as it would to shuffleboard, horseshoes and tossing bags of beans into a hole (despite the regulatory reason you provided) at least there is a "technical" reason for it. :)

Better to make a "fact-less" comment than to post the WRONG FACTS in an authoritarian manner.

[Marvic 1]

had no problem using it and it was nice to get back in the water.


Bath-Houses Open......
Ahhhhhhhh..... The Villages is starting to smells good again.....:thumbup:

[Velvet]

Social distancing and golf:

[Steven carrier]

What is a priority pool. New here.

[Kim Fowler]

Country club pools, for those who have a priority golf membership.

[gregcharlesnelson@gmail]

I went yesterday about this time and am going today too. Light crowd and warm water..glad to be back!

[Rwirish]

Mask are not required for golf. They are required for the appropriate activity.

[Clarinet]

I wonder what the policy is regarding swimming in the sports pools. If you are swimming in a lane and keeping your social distance is it necessary to wear a mask. I suppose you could swim if you keep your head above water but it would be difficult to breathe if the mask is wet.

[Dust Bunny]

I stopped by our pool in McClure and it was closed?? No one there. Chairs were up on the tables

[ts12755]

Some people are just so hateful they find fault with everything.

[coffeebean]

I wonder what the policy is regarding swimming in the sports pools. If you are swimming in a lane and keeping your social distance is it necessary to wear a mask. I suppose you could swim if you keep your head above water but it would be difficult to breathe if the mask is wet.

I don't swim with my head above the water when doing the Freestyle stroke. Wearing a mask in the water would cause me to drown. NOPE.....not going to wear a mask while swimming. If it is mandated to wear a mask while in the water, I will not be swimming laps in the sports pools. Honestly, the thought of requiring a mask when swimming is absurd.

[Carla R]

OMG I would like to think that when I am going to the pool that I'm not being critiqued by fellow villagers. Can we all just go, relax and not have to read about your experience. Who cares???

[JSR22]

I don't swim with my head above the water when doing the Freestyle stroke. Wearing a mask in the water would cause me to drown. NOPE.....not going to wear a mask while swimming. If it is mandated to wear a mask while in the water, I will not be swimming laps in the sports pools. Honestly, the thought of requiring a mask when swimming is absurd.

No masks when swimming.

[Joeint]

I went to two pools Spanish Moss and Everglades. I was told the same thing at both pools, masks are required to enter the pool area once ready to go in the pool the mask can be removed six-foot distance, one person per lane lap swimming, you must have your Villages ID, walking around the pool is in a single direction indicated with arrows, one-hour time limit if there is someone waiting. It was very organized and went well.

[coffeebean]

OMG I would like to think that when I am going to the pool that I'm not being critiqued by fellow villagers. Can we all just go, relax and not have to read about your experience. Who cares???

If you don't care, why did you click on this thread? Don't say, "the devil made me do it". LOL.

I care. I would like to know how the guidelines are being put into effect. I'd like to know how many people are actually adhering to the guidelines.

[coffeebean]

No masks when swimming.

Thank you!

[TandHSTAR@AOL.com]

Unless you were at a Sports Pool there is no swimming at the other pools. That is why he told you water walking only no swimming. Sports Pools have designated areas for swimmers the rest if the pool for walkers. I'm surprised he did not explain that to you. But you still enjoyed the pool. Unfortunately live bugs are not subject to social distancing. LOL)
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[wayneman]

Exactly

[PugMom]

I stopped by our pool in McClure and it was closed?? No one there. Chairs were up on the tables
they aren't going to open it up yet. it's just a handful of them, looks like mostly family pools. closest 1 to us would be either cattail or fenney.

[wayneman]

What ever gave you (and others) the idea that NOW you have to wear a mask to golf????
That's right, i forgot. Golfers are immune to covid19. It's the tennis and pickleball players that are the carriers.:faint:

[Kahuna32162]

Best decision we ever made, buy a house with a pool. We've been enjoying it every day.

[coffeebean]

Unless you were at a Sports Pool there is no swimming at the other pools. That is why he told you water walking only no swimming. Sports Pools have designated areas for swimmers the rest if the pool for walkers. I'm surprised he did not explain that to you. But you still enjoyed the pool. Unfortunately live bugs are not subject to social distancing. LOL)
.

I thought so. I was told differently by another poster however, that people can swim in pools that are not sports pools.

[Rosebud1949]

You should live by the golf courses. ALL the time we have had restrictions NO ONE IN A CART WEARS A MASKS.. nor do they on the course.

[npwalters]

Unless you were at a Sports Pool there is no swimming at the other pools. That is why he told you water walking only no swimming. Sports Pools have designated areas for swimmers the rest if the pool for walkers. I'm surprised he did not explain that to you. But you still enjoyed the pool. Unfortunately live bugs are not subject to social distancing. LOL)
.

This is actually not accurate. You can swim at any pool. I swim short side to short side and others walk short side to short side. Been doing that at my local pool about 5 years now. Today I swam the entire pool since I was the only one there from about 1030 to 11.

There are not, of course, any dedicated lanes set aside for swimming.

[golfing eagles]

That's right, i forgot. Golfers are immune to covid19. It's the tennis and pickleball players that are the carriers.:faint:

You should live by the golf courses. ALL the time we have had restrictions NO ONE IN A CART WEARS A MASKS.. nor do they on the course.

OK, ONE MORE TIME IN EASY TO UNDERSTAND WORDS-----MASKS ARE NOT REQUIRED, NOR WERE THEY EVER, FOR GOLF, CYCLING, WALKING AND RIDING AROUND IN A CART

Get it now????? Or is anyone out there STILL illiterate ?????

[EdFNJ]

Better to make a "fact-less" comment than to post the WRONG FACTS in an authoritarian manner. OUCH! SLAP! SLAP! Maybe I should run for higher office. You must have misunderstood. I was just being sarcastic. :1rotfl:

[golfing eagles]

OUCH! SLAP! SLAP! Maybe I should run for higher office. You must have misunderstood. I was just being sarcastic. :1rotfl:

mea culpa, mea culpa. My bad. So sorry.

[EdFNJ]

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[Kwenner]

So you of course realize you wearing a mask out side in 80degree weather does nothing but in crease your risk for heat stroke, and let’s not forget it makes “mom and dad “ feel like they are doing something . I for one am not a fan of funky tan lines.😷

[jimjamuser]

So you of course realize you wearing a mask out side in 80degree weather does nothing but in crease your risk for heat stroke, and let’s not forget it makes “mom and dad “ feel like they are doing something . I for one am not a fan of funky tan lines.😷
Life is just one big, long tan line.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

So you of course realize you wearing a mask out side in 80degree weather does nothing but in crease your risk for heat stroke, and let’s not forget it makes “mom and dad “ feel like they are doing something . I for one am not a fan of funky tan lines.😷

It's even worse when it's almost 90° and your job for the next two hours is to gather all the shopping carts from the parking lot and push them into the store.

We were allowed to get away with pulling the mask down while we were outside, until someone forgot to pull theirs back up when they got inside JUST as customer was passing the doorway. That customer could have just reminded the employee to tug the mask over her nose (it was still covering her mouth). Instead, she went to the service desk and made a formal complaint. Now, we have to keep our masks up the entire time we're on the clock, even when we're outside just grabbing shopping carts and nowhere near other people.

As I said in previous threads - one person can ruin it for everyone.

[JoMar]

Have patience....I suspect this will go away in a couple weeks, there is a reluctance to enforce since everything is a suggestion right? Neighbor was at Gators in Brownwood, employees not wearing mask or gloves, social distancing very lax on the square....stay six feet apart, stay in groups of 10 or less, choose one. We have a President and Governor that wants to open up, who's going to try and push back....no persons or businesses around here.

[wisbad1]

2) The irony and hypocrisy of an individual who's job is to check that the swimming guest are wearing a mask - is not wearing a mask should have leapt off the page even to the slowest individual.

well, maybe not.
you should go on the road with your comedy act!

[CWGUY]

you should go on the road with your comedy act!

:shrug: I think he might starve to death. Who would pay good money to hear his "rapier like wit?" :icon_wink: Only cost me 30 seconds of my life that I will never get back..... and I didn't care for it. :ho: