Is tv really paradise?

[Veronica]

Hello tv'rs,

i'm a wannabe. I love to read all your posts. Tell me, when you say tv is paradise, what about it makes you say that?

[Snowbirdtobe]

No it's not paradise. There are many things that annoy people here. Wait for golf tee times, wait to get into restaurants, people driving too fast on the cart path, people driving too slow on the cart path, etc.
in paradise I would have all those annoyances eliminated.
I would get a pushbutton remote to transport the fast drivers, slow drivers and anyone in front me in line to another place.
I would always be no more that 30 seconds from a major teaching hospital like Massachusetts General Hospital.
What pushed me into the buy in TV column was when I saw a woman in her 80's come to a sports pool using a walker accompanied by an attendant.
As soon as she got near the pool 2 other women also in their 80's came out took her by the arms and encouraged her to join the class.

[Bosoxfan]

Hello tv'rs,

i'm a wannabe. I love to read all your posts. Tell me, when you say tv is paradise, what about it makes you say that?

This place is so hard to explain to folks that haven't been here.So the word paradise is something you hear alot here.My personal preference for a description about the villages is it's Disney for adults!!You see there are so many activities ,clubs,socials etc...that if you come here boredom is not in our vocabulary. Myself I play softball 4 days a week ,pickle ball as often as I can and golf when there's time!! Or if I decide to relax at the pool and not do much else for the day I'm very happy!!Also the people who live here are so friendly .One more thing is the preferred mode of transportation here is a golf cart!!Yo can go just about anywhere ...shopping ,dancing,bowling,the doctors,etc on a golf cart.How fun is that?Come on down & see for yourself.You won't regret it!!:thumbup:

[azoblue]

Told this by veteran on first lifestyle visit -- how true!

[Ajack]

Paradise is a state of mind. It means different things to different people. I think The Villages attract certain kinds of individuals. Most here have extroverted personalities and are of the adventurous nature although the introverted could find many things to do, too.

Although, if you were a miserable SOB where you live now, being here might not alter your condition.

[graciegirl]

Paradise is a state of mind. It means different things to different people. I think The Villages attract certain kinds of individuals. Most here have extroverted personalities and are of the adventurous nature although the introverted could find many things to do, too.

Although, if you were a miserable SOB where you live now, being here might not alter your condition.

:1rotfl::coolsmiley:

[Barefoot]

Hello tv'rs,

Tell me, when you say tv is paradise, what about it makes you say that?

We all love the huge choice of activities, the golfing, the friendly people.

But for me, it's the beauty and cleanliness. When I return to TV from away, I'm always amazed at how relaxing and serene it is. (Not talking about driving habits here). It's such a pleasure to take out the golf cart and enjoy the lovely, immaculate surroundings.

:doggie::doggie: Also, TV is the only retirement community we found that allows two large dogs per family. Many allow only one dog under 25 lbs.

[escapequeen]

If you have always been active and want to remain so there is endless opportunity for you. If you like to lounge, relax and enjoy life without much ado then there is also endless opportunity for that lifestyle as well. The Villages is whatever you want it to be.

[kentucky blue]

No it's not paradise........................it's a cruise ship on land.

[petenj]

:clap2::clap2::1rotfl:Paradise is a state of mind. It means different things to different people. I think The Villages attract certain kinds of individuals. Most here have extroverted personalities and are of the adventurous nature although the introverted could find many things to do, too.

Although, if you were a miserable SOB where you live now, being here might not alter your condition.

[LuvItHere]

No it's not paradise........................it's a cruise ship on land.

That's the best definition yet!

[PJ]

While I agree with the previous comments, I think TV is paradise. It's impossible for some to believe how great it is, until they come and experience it. There are so many different activities, that I think everyone can find things that fit them perfectly. Have you seen how many different clubs (not golf clubs!) there are?! I don't golf ( I subsidize the golfers!) but I love ballroom dancing, so that's what I focus on. Good luck making your decision!!! You are welcome here! :)

[barb1191]

"Paradise" can be so many various meanings to all. This is our "Paradise" because it brings to us so much happiness and contentment. You make it what you choose to make it.

[K9-Lovers]

To me, The Villages is a paradise on earth. The grounds are so beautiful and well-kept. The plentiful rec centers and pools are clean and well-organized. People who choose to leave their hometowns to move here are adventurous and fun-loving. I've also found the people to be smart, courteous, helpful, and seeking new friends. There is such a wide variety of activities that there is something interesting for everyone. The weather is always beautiful; even when it is a hot day in mid-summer there is a light breeze. As a sky-watcher, I find the clouds amazing. The free entertainment at the squares is fun -- even if you don't dance but like to people-watch. There is so much more I could say. . . . . . I love it here.

[Mudder]

I think it's like your parents took you to summer camp and never came back to pick you up ! It's all fun from revielle to taps.

[Diana McKinney]

Our twenty-three year old son came to visit for the first time, his comment:"Please Mom, don't ever sell this house, this place is great!"

[Vinny]

Hello tv'rs,

i'm a wannabe. I love to read all your posts. Tell me, when you say tv is paradise, what about it makes you say that?

I don't know but I can't help saying it.
:confused:

[Pturner]

yes

[JUREK]

Let me see. I left the Villages Nov 2nd to get back to work in Indiana. It was 87F the day I left and 44F when I landed in Chicago. This past Friday and Saturday it was 30F with about 5 inches of snow just outside of South Bend.

Yes it's Paradise.

[Barefoot]

No it's not paradise........................it's a cruise ship on land.

Brilliant analogy .. love it. :coolsmiley:

[l2ridehd]

TV has no snow
TV has a pool on every corner, heated in the winter
TV has a recreation center in every village
TV has free live music in at least 10 different places every night
TV has more happy hours then anywhere
TV lets you go everywhere in a golf cart
TV has lots of friendly people
TV is in FL with no state income tax
TV has over 2000 clubs that cover any thing you could possibly want to do
TV has the college of life long learning with courses on everything
TV is very affordable
TV has more golf then any other place in the world
TV is a drinking place with a golf problem
TV is very close to many many great venues
TV weather is almost always great

Find anything anywhere that even comes close, doesn't exist.

[KathieI]

TV has free live music in at least 10 different places every night

Yep, and I go to each one every night!!!!! But.... the best part is,,, I meet many of my fellow TOTV'ers there also. This weekend was the best ....
Friday night, a fantastic show at The American Legion put on by some of the best singers in TV and among the audience were 25 of my friends from TOTV, including
MR & MRS. BOOMER!!! What a fantastic treat that was for me, we all had a great time.

Saturday night, another great music and dancing night with friends and bumping into Honey Bunny & Mouse and Ceafolks......

Saturday afternoon, Craft Fair at LSL, spending the afternoon with dozens of TOTV friends in the beautiful afternoon sun.

So is TV the Paradise? OR ... is it TOTV that's the Paradise?????? Or, is it what you make it..???? Who cares, I'm having a great time, thank you!!!

[vj1213]

One of my neighbors described it as your best summer camp ever that you never have to leave.
I love it here...I do what I want, whenever I want....I may be a bit prejudiced but I have absolutely the best neighbors in TV's...and I couldn't imagine having a better area to live.
Is it paradise....it is what you make it. Like stated earlier, there are those who complain about everything from golf, to food, to entertainment....you just have to experience it....enjoy!!

[Russ_Boston]

Although, if you were a miserable SOB where you live now, being here might not alter your condition.

Can I have permission to reuse that?

Priceless!

[Russ_Boston]

No it's not paradise........................it's a cruise ship on land.

I'm going to reuse this one too! :thumbup:

[2BNTV]

No it's not paradise........................it's a cruise ship on land.

Veronica:

This is a great definition. It's the beauty, entertainment, golf and the limitless amount of things to do to have fun. I aplogize because I don't have time to type all of the 1,000 activities. :smiley:

One trip to TV on a LSV will go a long way to explain your question and there are not enough words in the english language to describe being in paradise. It's a feeling you get when visiting.

TV is not for anyone who:
1. If you need to live right on the water/oceanfront property.
2. You want to snow ski frequently.
3. You plan on spending retirement by staying in the house.
4. If someone plans on being a grouch, (you will have to look hard to find company.

I can't wait to move to TV. :MOJE_whot:

[Ajack]

Can I have permission to reuse that?

Priceless!

Of course, neighbor. Don't know where I got that, but it was an expression that my late uncle would probably say. He was a hoot!

[debzaranti]

My husband and I are lucky to be among the "younger" crowd here at TV. He's 56 and I'm 58, we've been here almost 3 years. I wholeheartedly agree w/the comments made by just about everybody prior to mine!

Add to that the feeling of safety and security. Partially from our great neighbors and how everybody looks out for everyone else, and partly from how TV is structured and maintained. Yes, we have had a couple of "incidents" here....but when you take into account the number of people living here, the percentage of "unpleasant" happenings are so far below anything you'd find outside our "bubble" it's laughable.

This forum is a great example of why this place is so special. With a current population of over 80,000 (and still growing), it a very LARGE town, but still with a very small town atmosphere. I'm always amazed at how well-informed we can be about what's going on in and around TV, with very little effort on our part. I like that.

As others have told you, you just have to come visit to UNDERSTAND why we all love living here so much. It's a magical place. Not perfect, but so much better than anything else you'll find anywhere else in the world!

Hope you'll come visit SOON! We love sharing our good fortune in finding TV with others of like minds!

[rblammon]

I was in TV the month of October. It was like bring a kid again. You get up in the morning and go out to play with your friends. Hope to be in TV full time in 2012.

[Bill-n-Brillo]

It's addictive.

The more you're hear, the more you see, and the more you experience for yourself - the more you'll know if it's right for you.

Bill

[Yoda]

Hello tv'rs,

i'm a wannabe. I love to read all your posts. Tell me, when you say tv is paradise, what about it makes you say that?

Come for a short lifestyle visit. Experience it for yourself, then you decide.

Yoda

[eweissenbach]

No it's not paradise........................it's a cruise ship on land.

That may be the best description I have heard yet! When we were there in April we asked a snow bird from New York how he liked the Villages - his response was "What's not to like". That became our catchphrase for the rest of our visit - whenever we went anywhere or did anything we looked at each other and said "what's not to like?

[LuvItHere]

One of the reasons we call it "paradise" is because we don't have to pay fees/admissions every time we do something social. It's fantastic to have free live music and dancing every night on both town squares, and we don't have to pay country-club dues, minimum spending and assessments for all the beautiful executive golf courses, pools, tennis, etc. Paying the $135/month amenities fee for all this and more is a pleasure!

[Tbugs]

My wife and I have been in The Villages for just over one year and we truly love it here. We have made more close friends in that short time than we had back in our home state. We have different activities during the day and at night, we like to go to Lake Sumter Landing for the entertainment. Our favs are Rocky and the Rollers, Norman Lee, and Cadillac Jack.

I love playing golf on the executive courses - it is NOT hard to get tee times. The waiting line in restaurants is NOT bad. The golf cart trails are NOT jammed. The traffic on the roads is NOT bad at all - unless you are from Cawker City, Kansas. Just about everyone is really friendly - grouches are not allowed by our deed covenants.

Lots of full time residents do not like the "snowbird" or "snowflake" season because of higher waiting times for things. I iwelcome them because it gives The Villages the extra money that I would normally be paying if the season residents did not exist.

I love sitting in my heated/air conditioned Florida Room every morning looking out on the golf course view of Fox Run while drinking my morning coffee and reading the good news in the Daily Sun.

My ammenity fee went up $1.50 for the next 12 months. It is now $136.50. Folks, be prepared for those huge increases!!

[Advogado]

:agree: The Villages is, indeed, a great place to live-- unless, of course, you happen to be an elk.

[texasfal]

Or unless you need to work. There are no jobs here - correction - there are no jobs here that pay any real money. Otherwise, Yes, Virginia this is Paradise.