So...What Do You Do At Home? :)

[Davonu]

I know there are 14 billion (give or take) activities and clubs available here in TV, but not everybody is out running around constantly from sunup to sundown. Sure, I play golf, billiards, might bowl again after I get my knee fixed, drop in on discussion groups now and then, and do some other miscellaneous activities. All the typical Villages stuff. But like I said, I'm not as crazy-active as some out there. (You know who you are! :D)

Maybe us folks who spend a considerable amount of time at home can post some thoughts so we can see what others do. It's possible some folks could discover something new and interesting. Let's share and see what happens. Here are a few of my home activities...

* I ride my bicycle almost every day. I also do some simple home exercise like pushups, crunches and such;
* I dabble in rhythm guitar. Rhythm keeps it fairly simple so a non rock start like me can enjoy it and get some satisfaction;
* We have a 7 month old puppy now, so it's very easy to spend time having fun with him;
* I read quite a bit;
* I meditate, not in a religious sense, but simple mindfulness meditation focusing on the breath;
* I video game, probably a little more than many of you. I was an early adopter and it's stuck with me to a degree. Of course some word, card, and similar games on my phone, but also some PC and console games;
* Watch video. Not a lot actually. Movies infrequently. TV shows a bit more;
* I keep a journal. Frequency of entries varies a lot, but it's very fun to look back on now and then.

Well? How about you folks? Let's share so we can discover our next great at home activity! :)

[villagetinker]

I work around the house (just completed a large floor tiling job),I help fellow villagers, and I do some electrical consulting.

[Gpsma]

I drink..lay on my recliner, take a nap. Wake up, turn on tv or play on my ipad.

I think many here believe they have to join clubs and be active every minute of the day.

Its okay to relax in retirement.

[alwann]

I seem to spend a lot of time going to medical appointments. Dentist, dermatologist, cardiologist, orthopedist, audiologist ophthalmologists. I suspect they're sharing info about me with those people who keep sending cremation promos.

[John Mayes]

i seem to spend a lot of time going to medical appointments. Dentist, dermatologist, cardiologist, orthopedist, audiologist ophthalmologists. I suspect they're sharing info about me with those people who keep sending cremation promos.

lol!!!

[fdpaq0580]

We raise dust bunnies. Fun, and not a lot of work.
Contemplate the back of my eyelids while focusing on my snork, snork, snoring.

[Toymeister]

I spend my time doing only those things that improve the quality of my life. Nothing is too small to improve.

[walterray1]

I know there are 14 billion (give or take) activities and clubs available here in TV, but not everybody is out running around constantly from sunup to sundown. Sure, I play golf, billiards, might bowl again after I get my knee fixed, drop in on discussion groups now and then, and do some other miscellaneous activities. All the typical Villages stuff. But like I said, I'm not as crazy-active as some out there. (You know who you are! :D)

Maybe us folks who spend a considerable amount of time at home can post some thoughts so we can see what others do. It's possible some folks could discover something new and interesting. Let's share and see what happens. Here are a few of my home activities...

* I ride my bicycle almost every day. I also do some simple home exercise like pushups, crunches and such;
* I dabble in rhythm guitar. Rhythm keeps it fairly simple so a non rock start like me can enjoy it and get some satisfaction;
* We have a 7 month old puppy now, so it's very easy to spend time having fun with him;
* I read quite a bit;
* I meditate, not in a religious sense, but simple mindfulness meditation focusing on the breath;
* I video game, probably a little more than many of you. I was an early adopter and it's stuck with me to a degree. Of course some word, card, and similar games on my phone, but also some PC and console games;
* Watch video. Not a lot actually. Movies infrequently. TV shows a bit more;
* I keep a journal. Frequency of entries varies a lot, but it's very fun to look back on now and then.

Well? How about you folks? Let's share so we can discover our next great at home activity! :)

Only way our two cats would approve. There is a certain comfort in having a plan that works. Not for all of course but works for us.

[La lamy]

I'm a pickleball devotee. Every day for 2 hours in the morning and some afternoons too (table tennis when raining). Other than that, jigsaw puzzles, TV watching, reading, cat grooming, watering outdoor plants, drinks with friends, cleaning once in a while, home updates once in a while, going to the square once in a while, but mostly, LOVING Florida winter weather and not HAVING to do anything!

[Nevinator]

Day trade options, collect MILSURPS, enjoy happy hour at some local restaurants, binge watch an occasional program on Netflix or Prime.

[buster21]

I cook something delicious once a week. Triple the recipe to freeze. I test recipes for America’s Test Kitchen. We go to Orlando or Tampa almost every week to shop. I also sell niche perfumes on Mecari. It’s a fun hobby and I’m happy when my customers love their new or slightly used perfume!

[Worldseries27]

i know there are 14 billion (give or take) activities and clubs available here in tv, but not everybody is out running around constantly from sunup to sundown. Sure, i play golf, billiards, might bowl again after i get my knee fixed, drop in on discussion groups now and then, and do some other miscellaneous activities. All the typical villages stuff. But like i said, i'm not as crazy-active as some out there. (you know who you are! :d)

maybe us folks who spend a considerable amount of time at home can post some thoughts so we can see what others do. It's possible some folks could discover something new and interesting. Let's share and see what happens. Here are a few of my home activities...

* i ride my bicycle almost every day. I also do some simple home exercise like pushups, crunches and such;
* i dabble in rhythm guitar. Rhythm keeps it fairly simple so a non rock start like me can enjoy it and get some satisfaction;
* we have a 7 month old puppy now, so it's very easy to spend time having fun with him;
* i read quite a bit;
* i meditate, not in a religious sense, but simple mindfulness meditation focusing on the breath;
* i video game, probably a little more than many of you. I was an early adopter and it's stuck with me to a degree. Of course some word, card, and similar games on my phone, but also some pc and console games;
* watch video. Not a lot actually. Movies infrequently. Tv shows a bit more;
* i keep a journal. Frequency of entries varies a lot, but it's very fun to look back on now and then.

Well? How about you folks? Let's share so we can discover our next great at home activity! :)
chase down tv urban legends

[Sweet Caroline]

Run an online Market Place affiliate business. President of a woman's business networking group, active in Srate of Georgia club, mom to two rescue Maltese, wife and Nana. Golf weekly, read and watch HGTV. PRAY a lot for our country and attend church.

[loreejl]

On a serious side. We have been here for 10 years and are quite active like yourself. Additionally . we have a large group of friends and are busy almost every day of the week. We belong to social groups, golf leagues, bocci groups, neighborhood groups, and both of us do volunteer work regularly. We make day trips around the state. Dining out with friend is a 3-4 times weekly activity, as is every type of board and card game. I could go on but you should get the picture.

[Captainpd]

14 billion. Really? Mods do your job and take down this really untrue post. Why is it even allowed

[Villagesgal]

Read, listen to music, putter around the house and in the garden.

[airstreamingypsy]

14 billion. Really? Mods do your job and take down this really untrue post. Why is it even allowed

lol!!! Smh

[JMintzer]

14 billion. Really? Mods do your job and take down this really untrue post. Why is it even allowed

hy·per·bo·le

noun

exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

[Jerzgirl22]

I thought this was a great question! It's interesting to see what others do as pastimes. Thanks!

[Rwirish]

Clubs sunrise to sunset.

[Michael 61]

Since retiring early just two years ago, I need to be active and have multiple things to do each day. I bought a huge calendar to keep track of all activities — usually 2-3 per day. I am finding home for me is just for showering and sleeping right now, and I’m eating most of my meals out each day.

I have lots of “indoor” interests that I envisioned I would partake of during retirement - so far I don’t have time for them,- but I suspect that will change when I get older and less “mobile”. I enjoy genealogy (I could see myself getting lost in this activity for hours each day). I also enjoy cooking - something I would like to spend more time at when I have more time at home - bucket list goal of mine is to cook the national dish of each country, starting alphabetically with Afghanistan all the way down to Zimbabwe. I also stocked up on DVDs over the last 30 years, anticipating watching them all in retirement (well over 10,000 movies, mostly classics from the 30s, 40s and 50s). I also spend time in Bible study at home.

So, for now, not a lot of time for indoor activities, but I will be ready for those more as I age and slow down (hopefully many years from now - lol).

[Misky1951]

Besides a variety of sports, I volunteer at My Humane Society of Sumter co three days a week. I'm so glad I now have time to help some great dogs. It fulfills my days

[Nucky]

We fill each day with activities that keep us busy. I have concentrated on losing weight and calming my self down. To a great extent staying calm and trying to play catch up for all the years of tunnel vision and not paying attention to my health and sacrificing myself for my job can’t be reversed but instead of being a couch potato or staying on Forums for eight hours or more a day just doing the household things that I can still handle are enough to have a fulfilling life.

I’m grateful to be living in The Villages. Just knowing that all the activities are available are good enough for me. We do spend a lot of time at Doctors appointments! Almost forgot, we love going to the pool.

[CoachKandSportsguy]

14 billion. Really? Mods do your job and take down this really untrue post. Why is it even allowed

The literallati amongsk us!

[Two Bills]

I haven't a clue what I do at home.
I spend most of the time asleep, drunk or getting drunk.
Next time my dear wife passes by cleaning up my mess, I will ask her if I do anything else.
Cheers:beer3::wine:

[Worldseries27]

run an online market place affiliate business. President of a woman's business networking group, active in srate of georgia club, mom to two rescue maltese, wife and nana. Golf weekly, read and watch hgtv. Pray a lot for our country and attend church.
they should write a song.

[MrFlorida]

I seem to spend a lot of time going to medical appointments. Dentist, dermatologist, cardiologist, orthopedist, audiologist ophthalmologists. I suspect they're sharing info about me with those people who keep sending cremation promos.

This is why we retire, so we have time visit doctors....

[Worldseries27]

14 billion. Really? Mods do your job and take down this really untrue post. Why is it even allowed
this is chill town, not mirandaville.

[Chi-Town]

I bang on my drum all day.

[Worldseries27]

i haven't a clue what i do at home.
I spend most of the time asleep, drunk or getting drunk.
Next time my dear wife passes by cleaning up my mess, i will ask her if i do anything else.
Cheers:beer3::wine:
One could volunteer to carry the sword around for William

[Salty Dog]

I'm blessed to have a beautiful, exotic, younger (30 years my junior) wife. It's all I can do to keep up with her...

[charlieo1126@gmail.com]

i bang on my drum all day.so your that person???????

[JMintzer]

I bang on my drum all day.

You don't want to work? ;)

[LadyDiva]

I do any kind of art I feel that day. Love to create. Love to design on my computer also. And decorate my home. Dinner and Drinks with friends. Play with my two little five month old Yorkies. We have a pool so I swim almost daily, live outdoors on our lanai. We love everything about The Villages, and the weather here in Florida. Have never regretted living here.

[Nana2Teddy]

14 billion. Really? Mods do your job and take down this really untrue post. Why is it even allowed
After reading most of the comments I have to say I think I might be the only one here who sees the invisible winky eye emoji at the end of your comment. 😉

[Nana2Teddy]

Since retiring early just two years ago, I need to be active and have multiple things to do each day. I bought a huge calendar to keep track of all activities — usually 2-3 per day. I am finding home for me is just for showering and sleeping right now, and I’m eating most of my meals out each day.

I have lots of “indoor” interests that I envisioned I would partake of during retirement - so far I don’t have time for them,- but I suspect that will change when I get older and less “mobile”. I enjoy genealogy (I could see myself getting lost in this activity for hours each day). I also enjoy cooking - something I would like to spend more time at when I have more time at home - bucket list goal of mine is to cook the national dish of each country, starting alphabetically with Afghanistan all the way down to Zimbabwe. I also stocked up on DVDs over the last 30 years, anticipating watching them all in retirement (well over 10,000 movies, mostly classics from the 30s, 40s and 50s). I also spend time in Bible study at home.

So, for now, not a lot of time for indoor activities, but I will be ready for those more as I age and slow down (hopefully many years from now - lol).
I just want to say I enjoyed your interview with Jerry and Linda on their YouTube channel. It’s nice to put a face to a name. I’m so glad you’re enjoying your retirement here. We are too as newbies in DeLuna (from Calif), though we have 9 years on you so not quite as physically active. Enjoy your youth while you can! LOL! 😉

[Two Bills]

One could volunteer to carry the sword around for William

Charlie is good for another 10-15 years at least.
I'm not!:shrug:

[Karmanng]

I cook something delicious once a week. Triple the recipe to freeze. I test recipes for America’s Test Kitchen. We go to Orlando or Tampa almost every week to shop. I also sell niche perfumes on Mecari. It’s a fun hobby and I’m happy when my customers love their new or slightly used perfume!


How do you get to do the TEST KItchen position? sounds fun....Also I sell on EBAY so hoe do you get your items? Wholesale?

[Whitley]

I know there are 14 billion (give or take) activities and clubs available here in TV, but not everybody is out running around constantly from sunup to sundown. Sure, I play golf, billiards, might bowl again after I get my knee fixed, drop in on discussion groups now and then, and do some other miscellaneous activities. All the typical Villages stuff. But like I said, I'm not as crazy-active as some out there. (You know who you are! :D)

Maybe us folks who spend a considerable amount of time at home can post some thoughts so we can see what others do. It's possible some folks could discover something new and interesting. Let's share and see what happens. Here are a few of my home activities...

* I ride my bicycle almost every day. I also do some simple home exercise like pushups, crunches and such;
* I dabble in rhythm guitar. Rhythm keeps it fairly simple so a non rock start like me can enjoy it and get some satisfaction;
* We have a 7 month old puppy now, so it's very easy to spend time having fun with him;
* I read quite a bit;
* I meditate, not in a religious sense, but simple mindfulness meditation focusing on the breath;
* I video game, probably a little more than many of you. I was an early adopter and it's stuck with me to a degree. Of course some word, card, and similar games on my phone, but also some PC and console games;
* Watch video. Not a lot actually. Movies infrequently. TV shows a bit more;
* I keep a journal. Frequency of entries varies a lot, but it's very fun to look back on now and then.

Well? How about you folks? Let's share so we can discover our next great at home activity! :)

Rhythm Guitar as well, with some lead. I recall way back, after learning all of the chords, then using a capon (did I remember that name right), I learned bar chords. I was frustrated why I just didn't start with the bar chords. Could do amazing things with bar chords and a stretched pinkie. You may have an issue playing with a new puppy. My boxer would break the door, jump over furniture and leap at me whenever I played. Kind of made me think I am not so good playing.

[Karmanng]

Run an online Market Place affiliate business. President of a woman's business networking group, active in Srate of Georgia club, mom to two rescue Maltese, wife and Nana. Golf weekly, read and watch HGTV. PRAY a lot for our country and attend church.

I think you should hold a class on how to run a online market place business. I do EBAY and Poshmark BUT its hit and miss.........Any ideas on how you do this to generate more income?

[Worldseries27]

i'm blessed to have a beautiful, exotic, younger (30 years my junior) wife. It's all i can do to keep up with her...
install gps on her phone if you lose her

[Worldseries27]

charlie is good for another 10-15 years at least.
I'm not!:shrug:
stay in shape. The spare may need you

[Worldseries27]

i do any kind of art i feel that day. Love to create. Love to design on my computer also. And decorate my home. Dinner and drinks with friends. Play with my two little five month old yorkies. We have a pool so i swim almost daily, live outdoors on our lanai. We love everything about the villages, and the weather here in florida. Have never regretted living here.
u go

[Worldseries27]

i drink..lay on my recliner, take a nap. Wake up, turn on tv or play on my ipad.

I think many here believe they have to join clubs and be active every minute of the day.

Its okay to relax in retirement.
your on the team

[DonnaNi4os]

You have a puppy and that will be reason to spend more time at home and go out on walks. It’s the best way to meet your neighbors

[PurePeach]

:mademyday:I seem to spend a lot of time going to medical appointments. Dentist, dermatologist, cardiologist, orthopedist, audiologist ophthalmologists. I suspect they're sharing info about me with those people who keep sending cremation promos.

:mademyday::a040::1rotfl:

[BlueStarAirlines]

I work full time and dream of the day that I can post on TOTV from sun up until sun down.......

[Worldseries27]

i work full time and dream of the day that i can post on totv from sun up until sun down.......
that job is taken

[Pairadocs]

14 billion. Really? Mods do your job and take down this really untrue post. Why is it even allowed

My goodness, surely you are joking that you don't realize that "14 billion" is just for fun, like saying "we have a zillion things to chose from in the villages". It's a "cultural" thing to OVER exaggerate, so most recognize that. Now if someone said, we 3500 activities to chose from, THEN I am sure someone would know the exact number and make sure to correct the poster...LOL !

[buster21]

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Our goal was a pasta dish that came together quickly, suitable for a weeknight. We wanted it to be hearty but not heavy.

After making this recipe, please click here to complete the survey by April 30, 2023.

Creamy Orecchiette and Navy Beans with Brussels Sprouts and Spicy Maple Bread Crumbs
Serves 4

→ You may substitute cannellini or pinto beans for the navy beans, and farfalle or campanelle for the orecchiette.
→ The pasta will continue to tighten up as it sits so add a little bit more pasta water than you think you’ll need.

¼ cup panko bread crumbs
2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, divided
1 teaspoon maple syrup
1/8 teaspoon plus ½ teaspoon table salt plus salt for cooking pasta
Pinch cayenne pepper
12 ounces orecchiette
10 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed, halved, and sliced thin
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
½ teaspoon pepper
1 (15-ounce) can navy beans, undrained
½ cup sour cream

Bring 2 quarts water to boil in large saucepan. While water is coming to boil, combine panko, 2 teaspoons oil, maple syrup, ⅛ teaspoon salt, and cayenne in 12-inch nonstick skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until panko is crunchy and caramel-colored, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to small bowl and let cool completely (do not wash skillet).
Add pasta and 1 ½ teaspoons salt to boiling water and cook, stirring often, until al dente. Reserve 1 cup cooking water and drain pasta. Return pasta to pot and cover to keep warm. While pasta is cooking, prepare Brussels sprouts.
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in now-empty skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add Brussels sprouts, 1 tablespoon water, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt and stir to coat. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until sprouts are crisp-tender and bright green, about 4 minutes. Add mustard, vinegar, and pepper and stir until fully incorporated. Stir in beans and their liquid, and ¾ cup reserved cooking water and cook until bubbling.
Add Brussels sprout mixture and sour cream to pasta and stir until all ingredients are combined. Adjust consistency with additional pasta water as needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Divide among 4 shallow bowls. Break up bread crumbs with fingers and sprinkle over pasta. Serve.
This recipe is under development and is intended for America's Test Kitchen, Cook's Illustrated and Cook's
Shhhh…. It’s a secret.

[buster21]

New Recipe to Test: Creamy Orecchiette and Navy Beans with Brussels Sprouts and Spicy Maple Bread Crumbs
It was pretty good but who puts maple syrup crumbs on a pasta dish?? I definitely left that out and told them in my recipe review that I just could not do that to a pasta dish! Roasted the Brussel sprouts too for a deeper flavor. Enjoy the recipe y’all!!

[buster21]

I think this is the most interesting post I have read on this forum! Thank you!

[Michael 61]

I just want to say I enjoyed your interview with Jerry and Linda on their YouTube channel. It’s nice to put a face to a name. I’m so glad you’re enjoying your retirement here. We are too as newbies in DeLuna (from Calif), though we have 9 years on you so not quite as physically active. Enjoy your youth while you can! LOL! 😉

Thanks - it’s crazy how many people recognize me because of the video - have met so many great people! DeLuna is a great Village! 😂

[Garywt]

I know there are 14 billion (give or take) activities and clubs available here in TV, but not everybody is out running around constantly from sunup to sundown. Sure, I play golf, billiards, might bowl again after I get my knee fixed, drop in on discussion groups now and then, and do some other miscellaneous activities. All the typical Villages stuff. But like I said, I'm not as crazy-active as some out there. (You know who you are! :D)

Maybe us folks who spend a considerable amount of time at home can post some thoughts so we can see what others do. It's possible some folks could discover something new and interesting. Let's share and see what happens. Here are a few of my home activities...

* I ride my bicycle almost every day. I also do some simple home exercise like pushups, crunches and such;
* I dabble in rhythm guitar. Rhythm keeps it fairly simple so a non rock start like me can enjoy it and get some satisfaction;
* We have a 7 month old puppy now, so it's very easy to spend time having fun with him;
* I read quite a bit;
* I meditate, not in a religious sense, but simple mindfulness meditation focusing on the breath;
* I video game, probably a little more than many of you. I was an early adopter and it's stuck with me to a degree. Of course some word, card, and similar games on my phone, but also some PC and console games;
* Watch video. Not a lot actually. Movies infrequently. TV shows a bit more;
* I keep a journal. Frequency of entries varies a lot, but it's very fun to look back on now and then.

Well? How about you folks? Let's share so we can discover our next great at home activity! :)

So is the inside of your house built in a circle or do you need to keep stopping to turn your bike around?

We we are at the house I will sit in my chair in one of 2 rooms with my iPad and phone while the tv is on, Chicago Fire on Tuesday, Blue Bloods on Wednesday and Chicago Fire on Thursday. On the other days it varies with Maine Cabin Masters, Beach Front Bargain hunt, Fixer Upper, MASH, Reba, Walker Texas Ranger among other shows.

Other things is weeding, cleaning, cooking.

We are our mostly riding in the golf cart, at the squares for music, eating out and playing a very little golf if I am healthy enough when we are down.

[Whitley]

lol!!!

What does it mean when your Doctor says not to buy any green bananas?

[Velvet]

What does it mean when your Doctor says not to buy any green bananas?

Twenty years ago, after examining my blood profile, my doctor indicated I have about 5 years left. This doctor is well known internationally, wrote in medical journals etc and has treated my mother and my brother for decades. I almost died right there, of fright. When I could pick myself up off the floor I decided to get a second opinion, went to the top dog in the field. He took my blood again himself, had it analyzed and commented, “You are as healthy as I am”. And I still am. Be careful of what you believe.

[Whitley]

You have a puppy and that will be reason to spend more time at home and go out on walks. It’s the best way to meet your neighbors

Great way to meet your neighbors, as they scream "Don't let your dog **** on my lawn!".

[Whitley]

My goodness, surely you are joking that you don't realize that "14 billion" is just for fun, like saying "we have a zillion things to chose from in the villages". It's a "cultural" thing to OVER exaggerate, so most recognize that. Now if someone said, we 3500 activities to chose from, THEN I am sure someone would know the exact number and make sure to correct the poster...LOL !

2,507. There are 2,507 clubs. The Villages says 2,500, but they are rounding.I'm kind of depressed that I knew this. Is this what it has come to?

[Whitley]

Twenty years ago, after examining my blood profile, my doctor indicated I have about 5 years left. This doctor is well known internationally, wrote in medical journals etc and has treated my mother and my brother for decades. I almost died right there, of fright. When I could pick myself up off the floor I decided to get a second opinion, went to the top dog in the field. He took my blood again himself, had it analyzed and commented, “You are as healthy as I am”. And I still am. Be careful of what you believe.

I thought, after you mentioned the second doctor told you that you were as healthy as him, that he keeled over and died. Glad you are still around. I went through something similar when younger. Beat stage 3 C . Plan to keep on keeping on. Have a Great Day.

[charlieo1126@gmail.com]

[QUOTE=Garywt;2216471]So is the inside of your house built in a circle or do you need to keep stopping to turn your bike around?

We we are at the house I will sit in my chair in one of 2 rooms with my iPad and phone while the tv is on, Chicago Fire on Tuesday, Blue Bloods on Wednesday and Chicago Fire on Thursday. On the other days it varies with Maine Cabin Masters, Beach Front Bargain hunt, Fixer Upper, MASH, Reba, Walker Texas Ranger among other shows.

Other things is weeding, cleaning, cooking.

We are our mostly riding in the golf cart, at the squares for music, eating out and playing a very little golf if I am healthy enough when we are down.[How about a nice biography of Herbert Hoover to add to that exciting list

[Chi-Town]

You don't want to work? ;)

And I don't want to play.

[Velvet]

And I don't want to play.

I do. When I am inside the house, first of all, I am a gamer, on all types of devices, from way back. Never lonely, never don’t have something to do. Also paint in oil and still learning the piano. And cook and bake challenging recipes sometimes.

[Fltpkr]

I know there are 14 billion (give or take) activities and clubs available here in TV, but not everybody is out running around constantly from sunup to sundown. Sure, I play golf, billiards, might bowl again after I get my knee fixed, drop in on discussion groups now and then, and do some other miscellaneous activities. All the typical Villages stuff. But like I said, I'm not as crazy-active as some out there. (You know who you are! :D)

Maybe us folks who spend a considerable amount of time at home can post some thoughts so we can see what others do. It's possible some folks could discover something new and interesting. Let's share and see what happens. Here are a few of my home activities...



* I ride my bicycle almost every day. I also do some simple home exercise like pushups, crunches and such;
* I dabble in rhythm guitar. Rhythm keeps it fairly simple so a non rock start like me can enjoy it and get some satisfaction;
* We have a 7 month old puppy now, so it's very easy to spend time having fun with him;
* I read quite a bit;
* I meditate, not in a religious sense, but simple mindfulness meditation focusing on the breath;
* I video game, probably a little more than many of you. I was an early adopter and it's stuck with me to a degree. Of course some word, card, and similar games on my phone, but also some PC and console games;
* Watch video. Not a lot actually. Movies infrequently. TV shows a bit more;
* I keep a journal. Frequency of entries varies a lot, but it's very fun to look back on now and then.

Well? How about you folks? Let's share so we can discover our next great at home activity! :)

I am trying to learn Old-time Clawhammer Banjo, and spend time learning new tunes and working on skills. This also leads to other activities out of the home -- it fits into at least one of the Villages Clubs that is devoted to old time music and there is at least one (and probably more) old time jam group outside the Villages.

[Betty Wagner]

I putter in my garden. I always have a jigsaw puzzle in the works, 1000 pcs. to 2000 pcs.
I always have 2 books that I read. I exercise ( dance, yoga, aerobics and weights) everyday. Daily walks with the dog. Adult coloring books.

[JMintzer]

2,507. There are 2,507 clubs. The Villages says 2,500, but they are rounding.I'm kind of depressed that I knew this. Is this what it has come to?

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[PugMom]

am still doing a lot of domestic stuff, cleaning, cooking & laundry. most of my time is spent with my pets & being a caregiver. i watch LOTS of old movies, music, & reading. i tend to the shrubs on occasion, & think up names for the new lizards occupying the lanai.

[Velvet]

am still doing a lot of domestic stuff, cleaning, cooking & laundry. most of my time is spent with my pets & being a caregiver. i watch LOTS of old movies, music, & reading. i tend to the shrubs on occasion, & think up names for the new lizards occupying the lanai.

Try a blower, I have a small cordless Dewalt, perfect for blowing them slightly up in the air and right out the door, without hurting them.

[Doro22]

I seem to spend a lot of time going to medical appointments. Dentist, dermatologist, cardiologist, orthopedist, audiologist ophthalmologists. I suspect they're sharing info about me with those people who keep sending cremation promos.
I go to a craft club 3 X a week, attend miscellaneous events like live music or information talks, and attend some club parties. Much of times is for medical visits shopping cooking & taking care of the house.