Things Learned on TOTV

[Posh 08]

One month from now we will have arrived back in VA from our Florida vacation and quick stop in TV. Hopefully with that "lovin feelin" for TV, a hankerin for a longer stay there and more knowledge of how things work there.

Since joining TOTV last month I have learned plenty of new things. I list some below.
1. I won't be playing Championship Golf Courses.
2. Some areas don't have gas but you can bury a propane tank.
3. Probably won't be buying a street cart.
4. No political signs :a040:
5. Watch out for high bonds, probably start looking at pre-owned but may miss the fun of a new neighborhood coming together.
6. Older neighborhood may still be OK for making friends especially at the pool.
7. Don't grow orange trees or queen palms.
8. Love bugs are temporary.
9. Get surge protector and maybe lightning rods.
10. TV is not really gated community.
11. Republicans out number Democrats. :cus:
12. It's OK to put up Christmas lights.
13. Make sure that a home purchased has the flood elevation.
14. Lots of good places to eat in TV, close by or within 30 mins.
15. Love all dogs, snakes, alligators, wildlife of any type. (snakes is gonna be a tough one) :0000000000luvmyhors
16. Make sure garage floor is coated.
Can ya'll help a feller out and continue my list?

[Schaumburger]

One month from now we will have arrived back in VA from our Florida vacation and quick stop in TV. Hopefully with that "lovin feelin" for TV, a hankerin for a longer stay there and more knowledge of how things work there.

Since joining TOTV last month I have learned plenty of new things. I list some below.
1. I won't be playing Championship Golf Courses.
2. Some areas don't have gas but you can bury a propane tank.
3. Probably won't be buying a street cart.
4. No political signs :a040:
5. Watch out for high bonds, probably start looking at pre-owned but may miss the fun of a new neighborhood coming together.
6. Older neighborhood may still be OK for making friends especially at the pool.
7. Don't grow orange trees or queen palms.
8. Love bugs are temporary.
9. Get surge protector and maybe lightning rods.
10. TV is not really gated community.
11. Republicans out number Democrats. :cus:
12. It's OK to put up Christmas lights.
13. Make sure that a home purchased has the flood elevation.
14. Lots of good places to eat in TV, close by or within 30 mins.
15. Love all dogs, snakes, alligators, wildlife of any type. (snakes is gonna be a tough one) :0000000000luvmyhors
16. Make sure garage floor is coated.
Can ya'll help a feller out and continue my list?

Excellent list - I will remain neutral on #11 as I'm trying to stay out of all thing political. May I add:
17. If you move to TV and you cannot find at least one activity, club or class to interest you, please check your pulse.

[Posh 08]

Excellent list - I will remain neutral on #11 as I'm trying to stay out of all thing political. May I add:
17. If you move to TV and you cannot find at least one activity, club or class to interest you, please check your pulse.

OK I have to admit that #11 was just a teaser, last thing I want to do is get into politics.
18. Do not get into politics on TOTV. :undecided:

Your #18 is spot on. Thank you.

[Virtual Geezer]

#19. Deciding what model home to buy is easier that who to go with for phone / internet / tv.

#20. Gas vs. electric another tough decision but not as hard as #19.

#21. Bird feeders draw unwanted guests.

[Posh 08]

#19. Watch the water bill closely, strive for a "green landscape". (side note, sell riding mower, weed eaters before coming to TV):laugh:

[Yorio]

22. No Pink Flamingos or other ornaments on the front lawn.
23. Lots of good doctors' recommendations
24. New Free IPad apps. -Pandora Radio is tops.

[Posh 08]

22. No Pink Flamingos or other ornaments on the front lawn.
23. Lots of good doctors' recommendations
24. New Free IPad apps. -Pandora Radio is tops.

Got the Pandora zinging on the laptop! I need to check out the IPad, my netbook is getting tired. Thanks for the input :)

[Pturner]

Hi Posh,
Great list.

#19 Free live music and dancing on town squares 7 nights a week

#6 Revisited-- It's easy to make friends in older neighborhoods. Honestly.

#1 question-- I love the executive courses, but am curious why no championship golf? They're fun too.

Glad you had fun. Hurry back!

[Posh 08]

Hi Posh,
Great list.

#19 Free live music and dancing on town squares 7 nights a week

#6 Revisited-- It's easy to make friends in older neighborhoods. Honestly.

#1 question-- I love the executive courses, but am curious why no championship golf? They're fun too.

Glad you had fun. Hurry back!

The name is not Rockefeller, those greens fees would be budget buster for me. Our visit is not til Oct. so the fun is yet to come. Thanks for your input, happy about #6 :a040: and #19. Dancing in the street, you can't beat it :pepper2:

[Pturner]

The name is not Rockefeller, those greens fees would be budget buster for me. Our visit is not til Oct. so the fun is yet to come. Thanks for your input, happy about #6 :a040: and #19. Dancing in the street, you can't beat it :pepper2:

Well, that makes sense-- we all have to watch our wallets. But just so you'll know...

#20 --After 5 p.m. during the summer months, championship golf is a flat $6 for all the holes you can play.

[Posh 08]

Well, that makes sense-- we all have to watch our wallets. But just so you'll know...

#20 --After 5 p.m. during the summer months, championship golf is a flat $6 for all the holes you can play.

#20a. Sharpen tools for championship golf, rotate golf one day, happy hour next day etc. :thumbup:

[pzjay]

Well, that makes sense-- we all have to watch our wallets. But just so you'll know...

#20 --After 5 p.m. during the summer months, championship golf is a flat $6 for all the holes you can play.
Hi PT, RJ (hubby) says way to go on the info about championship courses in summer..he's a happy camper! Me too!

Posh 8 - all good info and there's probably LOTS more on the site. We have found it and the people invaluable!
Peg
PS Only 3 more weeks for us! :a040::a040::pepper2::pepper2::crap2::crap2::wave: (we're a little excited!)

[momesu]

Not sure what number we are up to so I will say

#21 People in TV are for the most part the friendliest people on earth! I guess there have to be a few grouchy people around just to keep us recognizing that this still is a location made up of humans..... but there seem to be very few grouchy types.

Suzanne

[Posh 08]

Hi PT, RJ (hubby) says way to go on the info about championship courses in summer..he's a happy camper! Me too!

Posh 8 - all good info and there's probably LOTS more on the site. We have found it and the people invaluable!
Peg
PS Only 3 more weeks for us! :a040::a040::pepper2::pepper2::crap2::crap2::wave: (we're a little excited!)

You are killin me, and I'm P green, however, all the best to you! :)

[graciegirl]

One month from now we will have arrived back in VA from our Florida vacation and quick stop in TV. Hopefully with that "lovin feelin" for TV, a hankerin for a longer stay there and more knowledge of how things work there.

Since joining TOTV last month I have learned plenty of new things. I list some below.
1. I won't be playing Championship Golf Courses.
2. Some areas don't have gas but you can bury a propane tank.
3. Probably won't be buying a street cart.
4. No political signs :a040:
5. Watch out for high bonds, probably start looking at pre-owned but may miss the fun of a new neighborhood coming together.
6. Older neighborhood may still be OK for making friends especially at the pool.
7. Don't grow orange trees or queen palms.
8. Love bugs are temporary.
9. Get surge protector and maybe lightning rods.
10. TV is not really gated community.
11. Republicans out number Democrats. :cus:
12. It's OK to put up Christmas lights.
13. Make sure that a home purchased has the flood elevation.
14. Lots of good places to eat in TV, close by or within 30 mins.
15. Love all dogs, snakes, alligators, wildlife of any type. (snakes is gonna be a tough one) :0000000000luvmyhors
16. Make sure garage floor is coated.
Can ya'll help a feller out and continue my list?

POSH stands for Port out , Starboard home. And anything quite superior!!

[Posh 08]

POSH stands for Port out , Starboard home. And anything quite superior!!

GG, you didn't just fall off the turnip truck did ya? You got the port out starboard home right. Superior part nope.

[mrfixit]

POSH stands for Port out , Starboard home. And anything quite superior!!

......I WAS on the turnip truck........I always thought it ALL was about the RED LIGHTS and RED MARKERS .......as in......'keep the red' ......RED RIGHT RETURN and LEFT LEAVING.......Maybe now I will finally ...... oh never mind..........

[Trish Crocker]

22.(23? 24? I've lost count!) Crispers is THE place to be once a month
23. NO ONE knows how to drive roundabouts!

[3puttharry]

We were thinking about Queen Palms. Are they a problem?

[chuckinca]

#24: Best website for links pertaining to TV is

http://www.virginiatrace.com/

#25: Best restaurant "near" TV is Sweet Tomatoes salad bar - all you can eat salad, pasta, etc, etc for under $10 (plus drink). Hwy 441 across from Home Depot.


(search Queen Palms in TOTV for issues with them)


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[CMANN]

POSH stands for Port out , Starboard home. And anything quite superior!!

I like the older "Red Right Returning."

[renrod]

Well, that makes sense-- we all have to watch our wallets. But just so you'll know...

#20 --After 5 p.m. during the summer months, championship golf is a flat $6 for all the holes you can play.

DON'T TELL EVERYBODY :icon_wink:

[Posh 08]

22.(23? 24? I've lost count!) Crispers is THE place to be once a month
23. NO ONE knows how to drive roundabouts!

I need to study up on the roundabout business. None those out here in "Green Acres".

[Yorio]

I also lost count of the numbers so I'll start with #30.
30. Service companies to call as well as to avoid
31. All about bonds and monthly average TV costs.
32. All about day tripping places from TV
33. Various popular clubs and activities, especially when they are held.

[Posh 08]

I also lost count of the numbers so I'll start with #30.
30. Service companies to call as well as to avoid
31. All about bonds and monthly average TV costs.
32. All about day tripping places from TV
33. Various popular clubs and activities, especially when they are held.

Absolutely!

[Virtual Geezer]

34. Early Bird specials are few and far between in TV. Cody's still have theirs?

[Carla B]

35. If you buy a new house, you've only just begun to buy it. Then buy: attic stairs, window coverings, closet organizers, new countertops, new front door, landscaping, garage floor coverings, birdcage, etc., etc.

[2BNTV]

One month from now we will have arrived back in VA from our Florida vacation and quick stop in TV. Hopefully with that "lovin feelin" for TV, a hankerin for a longer stay there and more knowledge of how things work there.

Since joining TOTV last month I have learned plenty of new things. I list some below.
1. I won't be playing Championship Golf Courses.
2. Some areas don't have gas but you can bury a propane tank.
3. Probably won't be buying a street cart.
4. No political signs :a040:
5. Watch out for high bonds, probably start looking at pre-owned but may miss the fun of a new neighborhood coming together.
6. Older neighborhood may still be OK for making friends especially at the pool.
7. Don't grow orange trees or queen palms.
8. Love bugs are temporary.
9. Get surge protector and maybe lightning rods.
10. TV is not really gated community.
11. Republicans out number Democrats. :cus:
12. It's OK to put up Christmas lights.
13. Make sure that a home purchased has the flood elevation.
14. Lots of good places to eat in TV, close by or within 30 mins.
15. Love all dogs, snakes, alligators, wildlife of any type. (snakes is gonna be a tough one) :0000000000luvmyhors
16. Make sure garage floor is coated.
Can ya'll help a feller out and continue my list?

POSH08:

I loved your post.

It's easy to cuddle-up to a dog rather than a snake or alligator. :)

[jblum315]

36. If you're trying to sell something, post a picture.

[Avista]

38. No one mentioned churches. If you attend church, we have some great ones. Many are a golf cart ride away. This is another great way to make friends. Our church has Tabletalk. Four couples are randomly assigned together for dinner once a month for 4 months either at homes or restaurants. Great way to get acquainted.

[mrfixit]

#24: Best website for links pertaining to TV is

http://www.virginiatrace.com/



.....DING>>>>DING>>>DING>>>....WE GOT A WINNER .....IMHO......THE absolutely BEST site for ALL THINGS on THE VILLAGES www.virginiatrace.com ........ Thank You 'chuckinca' for reminding us about this wonderful website.........

[Posh 08]

.....DING>>>>DING>>>DING>>>....WE GOT A WINNER .....IMHO......THE absolutely BEST site for ALL THINGS on THE VILLAGES www.virginiatrace.com ........ Thank You 'chuckinca' for reminding us about this wonderful website.........

Wow, I've spent the whole afternoon intrigued on that site. The State of The Villages video was important to me. Side bar..... I missed most of THE Game, Hail to the Redskins. :bigbow: Thanks for that link.