New Villagers in Gilchrist

[jimbo2012]

Oohh my aching back, thank goodness it looks great. :coolsmiley:

Is it worth starting a little business laying them for everyone else? :1rotfl:

No way, there R easier ways to make a buck.

Hi Jimbo, whats the reference to 538 mean? :shocked:

538 sq feet add on

[GilchristCruisers]

Kitty

Your pool is absolutely lovely. We did another inspection of your construction earlier today. Really like the tile you picked for the pool and for your floors as well. You have spared no expense to make it a gorgeous home, and I know you will love it.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Speaking of construction sort of, I finished laying down the whole floor yesterday.

I might add with aid of Rusty and the big time help of Andy.

First pic is me putting the very last piece of the puzzle.

Then two pics with my helper Trouper.

BEAUTIFUL JOB Jimbo. What kind of finish do you plan on?

P.S. . . . Thank you for pulling your T-Shirt down before the Pic was taken. :a040:

[Twinspin60]

Pavers on the lanai. T&D is the source. We picked a darker color combination to reduce glare when the sun is on it. I am impressed with their work as they also covered the edge face of the slab and the outside entry pads. Thanks to hotrodgirl for these pics:

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Beautiful!! I think I'll just come and live on your lanai when we fianlly move all our stuff down here!! It's been a few weeks since I've been on this thread and boy have things moved along! :a040: Everyone's houses are so stunning--can't wait to see them all when we're back down with the moving truck at the end of March. We've been up to our neck in boxes and clutter-finishing taxes and posting for jobs like crazy--might have a good lead as had a very lenghtly interview on Friday--everyone keep their fingers and toes crossed for me as I'm really getting tired of these cold and white North winters. :blahblahblah:

[Twinspin60]

It was a glorious day in The Villages today. For those of you stuck in the frozen tundra, we all wish you would have been with us to enjoy it. The Gilchrist pool was full of people from Gilchrist and Fernandina and other places, and all the pools and outdoor venues were busy, busy, busy.

On the bright side, it was great to finally meet Teryl and see the Bishop's castle. Can't wait for Terry to get here, too.

Lee and Cion got grass today, A-4 has pretty stucco and a great house, Kitty's pool was getting screening, and as always lots of little worker bees doing all kinds of work and lots of houses.

Life is good.

Don't rub it in :boxing2: It's not so bad up North when you get an ice storm and it takes you an hour for a normal 15 minute drive!!
I just keep telling myself that we"ve got the house and we'll get there eventually--just keep a chair open for us at the pool. :a040:

[WVMtnBoy]

Well, your home has made astounding progress this past week. The outside was painted (they got plastered last week...:1rotfl:), inside painted and most of the tiles laid. This house is gonna be another winner!!!

[WVMtnBoy]

Really nice progress this week. The outer foundation block was laid and it would appear that once the rough-in plumbing and vapor barrier are installed you'll be ready for the concrete floor.

I also took the liberty of going into your bedroom to get a pic of your view of the pond...hope you don't mind!!! :1rotfl:

[WVMtnBoy]

Well, we had our first neighborhood pickleball game this afternoon at the Bradenton Rec Center. There was quite a crowd as we had Sir John & Lady Wendy (Junction29), Dave & Sue (The Flintstones), Lee & Nancy, Carol (HotRod) and 'lil ole me! I have to warn everyone that Lee & Nancy are ringers and have played in tournaments before but they did take it wasy on us (somewhat)...:1rotfl:

Won a few and lost a whole lot more but I really had a good time!!

The only down side to the whole thing is that my butt muscles are really, really sore!!!

:jester:

Oh yea. One other thing. If we get our group together we can actually reserve some courts at the rec center but we need a name. I suggested Wendy's Wacko's and Carol suggested Bits & Bobs. Anyone who's going to play have a suggestion????

[WVMtnBoy]

Beautiful!! I think I'll just come and live on your lanai when we fianlly move all our stuff down here!! It's been a few weeks since I've been on this thread and boy have things moved along! :a040: Everyone's houses are so stunning--can't wait to see them all when we're back down with the moving truck at the end of March. We've been up to our neck in boxes and clutter-finishing taxes and posting for jobs like crazy--might have a good lead as had a very lenghtly interview on Friday--everyone keep their fingers and toes crossed for me as I'm really getting tired of these cold and white North winters. :blahblahblah:

Best of luck to you in your job search! We hope it goes well so you can hurry the heck up and get here!!!

:MOJE_whot::MOJE_whot:

[Heavenstobetsy]

Well, we had our first neighborhood pickleball game this afternoon at the Bradenton Rec Center. There was quite a crowd as we had Sir John & Lady Wendy (Junction29), Dave & Sue (The Flintstones), Lee & Nancy, Carol (HotRod) and 'lil ole me! I have to warn everyone that Lee & Nancy are ringers and have played in tournaments before but they did take it wasy on us (somewhat)...:1rotfl:

Won a few and lost a whole lot more but I really had a good time!!

The only down side to the whole thing is that my butt muscles are really, really sore!!!

:jester:

Oh yea. One other thing. If we get our group together we can actually reserve some courts at the rec center but we need a name. I suggested Wendy's Wacko's and Carol suggested Bits & Bobs. Anyone who's going to play have a suggestion????


When Jim and I get down there in May- we would love to join your group games. Of course you all will be pros by then. You can show us how it is really done I guess. Dave and Sue are our next door neighbors so they can give us some inside advice as to how to stay up to speed with this group!!

Sounds like a great time.

Betsy and Jim - 209.12

[WVMtnBoy]

When Jim and I get down there in May- we would love to join your group games. Of course you all will be pros by then. You can show us how it is really done I guess. Dave and Sue are our next door neighbors so they can give us some inside advice as to how to stay up to speed with this group!!

Sounds like a great time.

Betsy and Jim - 209.12

You guys are more than welcome to join. The more the merrier. :coolsmiley: Based upon the level of play today you definitely will not have much catching up to do..:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[GilchristCruisers]

Well, we had our first neighborhood pickleball game this afternoon at the Bradenton Rec Center. There was quite a crowd as we had Sir John & Lady Wendy (Junction29), Dave & Sue (The Flintstones), Lee & Nancy, Carol (HotRod) and 'lil ole me! I have to warn everyone that Lee & Nancy are ringers and have played in tournaments before but they did take it wasy on us (somewhat)...:1rotfl:

Won a few and lost a whole lot more but I really had a good time!!

The only down side to the whole thing is that my butt muscles are really, really sore!!!

:jester:

Oh yea. One other thing. If we get our group together we can actually reserve some courts at the rec center but we need a name. I suggested Wendy's Wacko's and Carol suggested Bits & Bobs. Anyone who's going to play have a suggestion????


If we had known you were playing today, we would have put on pom poms and cheered you all on. Not sure if we'll get around to pickleball, but I'm sure we'd make good cheerleaders.:MOJE_whot::MOJE_whot::clap2::BigAppl ause::BigApplause:

[Yankee Quilter]

Joe and I plan on playing, if we do not kill ourselves packing and donating .... I am so into letters ... Gilly Gerkins .... Ok, BAD but remember how tired & giddy you were the week before close!

[WVMtnBoy]

Joe and I plan on playing, if we do not kill ourselves packing and donating .... I am so into letters ... Gilly Gerkins .... Ok, BAD but remember how tired & giddy you were the week before close!

yea...that was bad wasn't it??? :1rotfl:

I was thinking about the Gilly Gorillies???

[jimbo2012]

BEAUTIFUL JOB Jimbo. What kind of finish do you plan on?


THe finish "naturale" is made by a company called Bona, their website says;

Bona Naturale is a waterborne commercial and residential hardwood floor finish. It is the next generation of wood floor protection that preserves the true natural look of hardwood floors. You get as close to an untreated look and feel as possible while still providing your floor with a durable surface.

Along with the elegant look and noticeably unique feeling underfoot, this finish has superb, Traffic-like durability, and because of its natural look, scratch marks are less visible.

It was shipped on Thursday, not easy to find but many professionals swear by it. It ain't cheap $140 G., need two :ohdear:

• Extreme low sheen level. Seamless touch-up on repairs
• UL Classified for slip resistance with a slip coefficient of friction >0.7
• Two-component, hardener.

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[Lpierleo]

Speaking of construction sort of, I finished laying down the whole floor yesterday.

I might add with aid of Rusty and the big time help of Andy.

First pic is me putting the very last piece of the puzzle.

Then two pics with my helper Trouper.

Awesome job Jimbo, it looks beautiful!!! Trouper is adorable.

[Lpierleo]

[QUOTE=Twinspin60;632146]Beautiful!! I think I'll just come and live on your lanai when we fianlly move all our stuff down here!! It's been a few weeks since I've been on this thread and boy have things moved along! :a040: Everyone's houses are so stunning--can't wait to see them all when we're back down with the moving truck at the end of March. We've been up to our neck in boxes and clutter-finishing taxes and posting for jobs like crazy--might have a good lead as had a very lenghtly interview on Friday--everyone keep their fingers and toes crossed for me as I'm really getting tired of these cold and white North winters. :blahblahblah:[/


We wish you all the best on your interview. Exciting that you are moving down in March. :coolsmiley:We are envious. We will be down end of April but only for a visit. :ho:Keep us updated. Take care.

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

If we had known you were playing today, we would have put on pom poms and cheered you all on. Not sure if we'll get around to pickleball, but I'm sure we'd make good cheerleaders.:MOJE_whot::MOJE_whot::clap2::BigAppl ause::BigApplause:

I could be a good cheerleader too! I dont think I will be playing PB. Not if I want to be able to walk again But Rah Rah! !:a040::clap2:

[hotrodgirl]

OK-As promised, a few pics of my landscape project with Brandon's Landscaping. I don't want to detract from the thread and get it moved, so if anyone wants info you can PM me and I will be happy to give any info requested. I will also post properly in the Landscape Section of TV:thumbup:the first pic is the "before"

[CalcTeacher]

HotRod: Looks AMAZING!

[hotrodgirl]

HotRod: Looks AMAZING!

As does yours! So nice to see things shaping up!!!

[Yankee Quilter]

Hot Rod, beautiful, love the stone ... We want to get rid of pine straw ASAP!
Love saying this ....see you Thursday!

[D Lasher]

You guys are more than welcome to join. The more the merrier. :coolsmiley: Based upon the level of play today you definitely will not have much catching up to do..:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

We will be there in May and June after a whirlwind trip March 15 -21 to check everything since we close on March 7. Count us in for all the great parties and sports (altho I shattered my wrist last year trying to learn tennis!)... See you all soon can hardly wait. One question - what is the difference in 'snowflakes' and 'snowbirds'? If we plan on being there for 4 - 5 months, what are we??

Bill and Donna 210.86

[kittygilchrist]

splendid! beautiful lighting too.

[hotrodgirl]

Well, I just got back from Batman's place ad it is now locked up tight! Two T&D guys were there working on the spa and planting inside the birdcage, but did not have access to the house. DRATS! But today they painted the trim and garage doors and front door. I will e-mIl those pics to you Lee! Lookin good!!!

[hotrodgirl]

Thanks everyone! Loving the end result and all the color in the yard!

[jimbo2012]

Carol we need a nite time pic and a close up of the water feature

[chiefrose]

OK-As promised, a few pics of my landscape project with Brandon's Landscaping. I don't want to detract from the thread and get it moved, so if anyone wants info you can PM me and I will be happy to give any info requested. I will also post properly in the Landscape Section of TV:thumbup:the first pic is the "before"

Carol:

The only thing I can say about your landscaping is WOW!

Rich

[chiefrose]

We will be there in May and June after a whirlwind trip March 15 -21 to check everything since we close on March 7. Count us in for all the great parties and sports (altho I shattered my wrist last year trying to learn tennis!)... See you all soon can hardly wait. One question - what is the difference in 'snowflakes' and 'snowbirds'? If we plan on being there for 4 - 5 months, what are we??

Bill and Donna 210.86

Hi:

We close on the 5th and are just 4 doors down from you on Euclid. At 4-5 months you are definately snowbirds where we can only be flakes.

Rich & Ann Marie

[hotrodgirl]

Carol we need a nite time pic and a close up of the water feature

Posted in the Landscape thread...

[WVMtnBoy]

We will be there in May and June after a whirlwind trip March 15 -21 to check everything since we close on March 7. Count us in for all the great parties and sports (altho I shattered my wrist last year trying to learn tennis!)... See you all soon can hardly wait. One question - what is the difference in 'snowflakes' and 'snowbirds'? If we plan on being there for 4 - 5 months, what are we??

Bill and Donna 210.86

Well...as far as the Mayor of Gilchrist :jester: is concerned you just Gilly's. :highfive: I don't have any idea what the diff is between Snowbirds & Snowflakes...

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Well...as far as the Mayor of Gilchrist :jester: is concerned you just Gilly's. :highfive: I don't have any idea what the diff is between Snowbirds & Snowflakes...

Come On Mayor . . . . . You're supposed to know this stuff. Birds are here just for the winter. Flakes are in and out at different times during the year. And everyone knows that Frogs are here full time until they Croak.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Forms went up today for the lanai / patio and driveway / walk. Also got caulked and all the trim & doors painted. Tomorrow should get walls painted and driveway poured maybe.
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[jimbo2012]

At the rate they're going time to put your other house on the market

Lookin good

[hotrodgirl]

Looks awesome, A-4! Things are progressing quickly over there. Perhaps you will be done sooner than expected! Walked your place yesterday and still, lots more today!:thumbup: we are all excited for you!

[Lpierleo]

Absolutely beautiful Carol! Stunning!!! Thanks for sharing.

[Merchantspoint]

Hey . . . . we hit page 300

A-4
We have sticks! :a040: Its not framing or forms, just sticks, but its a start! Getting excited. Your home is looking good and what a great color. I asked the painter when I went by to add a few pok-a-dots, and he said that they get added next week. :coolsmiley: Whats your move in date?
Your indebted neighbor... :ho:

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

OK-As promised, a few pics of my landscape project with Brandon's Landscaping. I don't want to detract from the thread and get it moved, so if anyone wants info you can PM me and I will be happy to give any info requested. I will also post properly in the Landscape Section of TV:thumbup:the first pic is the "before"

Carol, your landscaping is just stunning. Brandon did a great job of installing your dream of a garden. He is coming to our home this afternoon for an estimate. Thanks for suggesting him to us.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

A-4
We have sticks! :a040: Its not framing or forms, just sticks, but its a start! Getting excited. Your home is looking good and what a great color. I asked the painter when I went by to add a few pok-a-dots, and he said that they get added next week. :coolsmiley: Whats your move in date?
Your indebted neighbor... :ho:

I saw your sticks. Big dig when the rain stops. Thanks for the dots. You're going to enjoy the practical jokes taking place in Gilly Land.:a040:

[chiefrose]

Seven more days till we close! Can't wait to get back down.

[Yankee Quilter]

Seven more days till we close! Can't wait to get back down.

We close Friday - I am so excited!!! But I am never ever moving again, this packing is killing me!!! And for ever box backed there is a box to unpack, and this is after downsizing 4 years ago and going to Goodwill almost bi-weekly! I think I am over wrapping!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Chief - we will have to compare notes,I hear the walk through is very detailed ... I am requesting my HUD today, doubt it will be ready but I am a stickler for them being right!!!!
Good luck!!!!
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[jimbo2012]

figure about two months to unpack

[chiefrose]

We close Friday - I am so excited!!! But I am never ever moving again, this packing is killing me!!! And for ever box backed there is a box to unpack, and this is after downsizing 4 years ago and going to Goodwill almost bi-weekly! I think I am over wrapping!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Chief - we will have to compare notes,I hear the walk through is very detailed ... I am requesting my HUD today, doubt it will be ready but I am a stickler for them being right!!!!
Good luck!!!!
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It is really amazing how much stuff accumulates. We give things to goodwill every year - both clothes and sometimes furniture. I even freeware stuff on the internet. We still have a lot to get rid of before downsizing. The amount of paperwork alone that has to be shredded is unbelievable. We are bringing no furniture to TV.

We are bringing down a roll of blue painters tape to use for the punch list of things needed to be corrected. Whenever we find something to write down on the list we will also put a piece of tape on the item to show where it is located. Who says I'm anal. :)

Good luck on the walk thru and closing.

Rich

[D Lasher]

Hi:

We close on the 5th and are just 4 doors down from you on Euclid. At 4-5 months you are definately snowbirds where we can only be flakes.

Rich & Ann Marie

Great to hear fron neighbors. We will be there to see the house on the 18th so look forward to meeting you...

[Yankee Quilter]

It is really amazing how much stuff accumulates. We give things to goodwill every year - both clothes and sometimes furniture. I even freeware stuff on the internet. We still have a lot to get rid of before downsizing. The amount of paperwork alone that has to be shredded is unbelievable. We are bringing no furniture to TV.

We are bringing down a roll of blue painters tape to use for the punch list of things needed to be corrected. Whenever we find something to write down on the list we will also put a piece of tape on the item to show where it is located. Who says I'm anal. :)

Good luck on the walk thru and closing.

Rich

I had the blue painters tape in the "has to go in the car Thur." box! But I was in Home Depot yesterday and they have this floresent painters tape ... may get that if I have to make another trip. We are in a 55+ condo and the builder had an independent home service do the w/t and the warranty work ... their motto was **** off the homeowner and don't fix anythng .... fought many a fight and did win the major battles! I hear TV is much more reasonable! Anal, well Joe is of engineer mind and I have been involved in real estate for the last 20 years...(relocation and closing) so we are anal ....
want it right, too old to play games, and to much to do!!! (like unpacking - thanks Jimbo, 4 months sounds like heaven!)
again - good luck!!!

[Teryl1949]

I met Teryl for the first time today. Nice guy but I doubt I'll be invited back. Someone in the street told me he was inside the house sitting in a borrowed patio chair watching 6 guys paint the inside of the house. So I ring the doorbell, go inside, and tell him I am with the Villages Painting department :police: and wanted to see his painting permits :posting: and I was looking for a missing lawn chair. His eyes got as big as saucers until I started laughing. Like I said, I don't think I'll get invited back. :wave:

P.S. . . . . Good luck with your appliance delivery tomorrow Teryl :smiley:

Strange that I don't quite have the same recollection ::ohdear: :boxing2:
Actually I spotted A4 a mile away and knew my sanity was soon to be tested, but somehow his skill and cunning still resulted in my paying for a painting permit.:cus:

[GilchristCruisers]

LESS THAN 48 HOURS UNTIL THE INAUGURAL GILLYLAND DRIVEWAY GATHERING!!!!!!!

Looking forward to meeting and greeting all of Gillyland THIS Thursday.

WHERE: 3043 AMHERST WAY (Look for a pink flamingo)
WHEN: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH, 5:00 - ish
WHAT TO BRING: Your favorite "adult" beverage, a snack (appetizer) to share, camp chair, if you think you will need to sit, and probably a jacket, as the weather may be coolish.

We will provide paper goods, ice, soft drinks, etc.

Park your car/carts on the vacant lots across the street.

CAN'T WAIT TO SEE EVERYONE!!

[chiefrose]

LESS THAN 48 HOURS UNTIL THE INAUGURAL GILLYLAND DRIVEWAY GATHERING!!!!!!!

Looking forward to meeting and greeting all of Gillyland THIS Thursday.

WHERE: 3043 AMHERST WAY (Look for a pink flamingo)
WHEN: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH, 5:00 - ish
WHAT TO BRING: Your favorite "adult" beverage, a snack (appetizer) to share, camp chair, if you think you will need to sit, and probably a jacket, as the weather may be coolish.

We will provide paper goods, ice, soft drinks, etc.

Park your car/carts on the vacant lots across the street.

CAN'T WAIT TO SEE EVERYONE!!

Have a GREAT time at the driveway party. Wish we could be there but don't arrive till Monday.

[Rbgold]

Truck is packed like a sardine can! Hope there's room for me! :ohdear: IMHO we are leaving in the middle of the night, but it can't be soon enough for my husband! :a040:
Weather is supposed to be rather nasty tonight - high wind and flooding and a full moon - not what I like to hear - so I hope it pushes through quickly so we can safely be on our way.
Safe travels chiefrose and Yankee Quilter! Can't wait to see and meet everyone and start settling in!

Rona

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Have a GREAT time at the driveway party. Wish we could be there but don't arrive till Monday.

BUMMER
:loco:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Truck is packed like a sardine can! Hope there's room for me! :ohdear: IMHO we are leaving in the middle of the night, but it can't be soon enough for my husband! :a040:
Weather is supposed to be rather nasty tonight - high wind and flooding and a full moon - not what I like to hear - so I hope it pushes through quickly so we can safely be on our way.
Safe travels chiefrose and Yankee Quilter! Can't wait to see and meet everyone and start settling in!

Rona

Travel safe Rona & Bill . . . . call when you get here !!!

[hotrodgirl]

Rich and Ann Marie! How exciting that your close is almost here! Seems you were walking the streets yesterday. What lovely news and can't wait for you two to hurry home! We'll leave the porch light on for you:mademyday:

[hotrodgirl]

Rona and Bill! Safe travels and be careful out there. Hugs are waiting for your arrival and luck to you both! It's been a rough year, I know, but now the fun begins and you have a new family waiting. Be safe!!

[WVMtnBoy]

We close Friday - I am so excited!!! But I am never ever moving again, this packing is killing me!!! And for ever box backed there is a box to unpack, and this is after downsizing 4 years ago and going to Goodwill almost bi-weekly! I think I am over wrapping!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Chief - we will have to compare notes,I hear the walk through is very detailed ... I am requesting my HUD today, doubt it will be ready but I am a stickler for them being right!!!!
Good luck!!!!
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Congrats to both on the upcoming closings! It'll be great when y'all get here!!

:a040:

[chiefrose]

Truck is packed like a sardine can! Hope there's room for me! :ohdear: IMHO we are leaving in the middle of the night, but it can't be soon enough for my husband! :a040:
Weather is supposed to be rather nasty tonight - high wind and flooding and a full moon - not what I like to hear - so I hope it pushes through quickly so we can safely be on our way.
Safe travels chiefrose and Yankee Quilter! Can't wait to see and meet everyone and start settling in!

Rona

Have a safe trip, Rona.

[WVMtnBoy]

Have a GREAT time at the driveway party. Wish we could be there but don't arrive till Monday.

Well for heaven sake, Chief...can't ya move it up a little and get down here sooner???? :1rotfl:

[WVMtnBoy]

Truck is packed like a sardine can! Hope there's room for me! :ohdear: IMHO we are leaving in the middle of the night, but it can't be soon enough for my husband! :a040:
Weather is supposed to be rather nasty tonight - high wind and flooding and a full moon - not what I like to hear - so I hope it pushes through quickly so we can safely be on our way.
Safe travels chiefrose and Yankee Quilter! Can't wait to see and meet everyone and start settling in!

Rona

Please be careful on your trip!!! We'd like you here in one piece!!! :coolsmiley:

[hotrodgirl]

Yankee! Safe travels to you as well! Look forward to seeing you again! Exciting days ahead...

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Rich and Ann Marie! How exciting that your close is almost here! Seems you were walking the streets yesterday. What lovely news and can't wait for you two to hurry home! We'll leave the porch light on for you:mademyday:

Hot Rod . . . you're right about that porch light burning. I was on night manuvers tonight and Chief Roses lights were burning.:coolsmiley:

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Safe travels to all. Be safe and get here so we can all meet up again!

We have been our home one week now. I can't believe how fast the time goes. You will all be here soon. Gayle and Mike

[A-4 Skyhawk]

It's not much, but I got garage doors today:a040:
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They also painted the ceiling and walls.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Cathy and I have been busy with other items for the house. Sunday we approved the closet design with Busby's Closet Design. 5 closets, an amazing design, and an unbeliveable price. Tim the Tool Man is lined up for epoxy garage floor and attic stairs. Today we approved the design for the built ins for the study (Rusty Room) and ordered the 3rd bedroom panel (murphy) bed from Wall Beds Plus. Jason came to the house yesterday to measure and did a great design. Got our quote from Brighthouse. Next up . . . Blinds from 48 Hr I assume.

[hotrodgirl]

:bigbow:A-4 is drunk with power and hemorrhaging money! :boxing2:

[Twinspin60]

We close Friday - I am so excited!!! But I am never ever moving again, this packing is killing me!!! And for ever box backed there is a box to unpack, and this is after downsizing 4 years ago and going to Goodwill almost bi-weekly! I think I am over wrapping!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Chief - we will have to compare notes,I hear the walk through is very detailed ... I am requesting my HUD today, doubt it will be ready but I am a stickler for them being right!!!!
Good luck!!!!
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We totally agree-we've already moved once when we sold our house two years ago and moved into a townhouse-thought we downsized and de-cluttered--boy were we wrong. There are boxes everywhere and tons of papers to shred before we get down there at the end of March. Where did we get all this stuff. No furniture for us either--just our personal belongings--can we really have this much stuff and only two people?? :ohdear: :ohdear:

[Twinspin60]

Hotrod--your landscaping is amazing--I can't wait until we get down in March to see it--they did a great job. How are the new neighbor's treating you? Hope they aren't missing the cold and snow up here too much!!

[Yankee Quilter]

Truck is packed like a sardine can! Hope there's room for me! :ohdear: IMHO we are leaving in the middle of the night, but it can't be soon enough for my husband! :a040:
Weather is supposed to be rather nasty tonight - high wind and flooding and a full moon - not what I like to hear - so I hope it pushes through quickly so we can safely be on our way.
Safe travels chiefrose and Yankee Quilter! Can't wait to see and meet everyone and start settling in!

Rona safe travels to you too...we are packing the two cars to the hilt ... Our "stuff" doesn't 't get packed until the15th, and only the moving god knows delivery! We only have a 6 hour trip so ..... No big deal.....
So many of us starting the "new" chapter of our lives .....cannot wait to meet all .... See many of you Thursday, all of you soon

[Yankee Quilter]

Hot Rod . . . you're right about that porch light burning. I was on night manuvers tonight and Chief Roses lights were burning.:coolsmiley:
Is it like the lamp post... Always on OR Red Roof Inn.

[Yankee Quilter]

If anyone has five or six wardrobes we can recycle please let me know and I will pick them up and bring them back here next week.... Thanks

[hotrodgirl]

Twin, I wouldn't worry too much about T&T! They are too busy settling in to realize what they are missing at home! What am I saying? That will be the two of you soon!

[hotrodgirl]

If anyone has five or six wardrobes we can recycle please let me know and I will pick them up and bring them back here next week.... Thanks
Yikes, not a one. But I do have boxes I can give you!

[GilchristCruisers]

Cathy and I have been busy with other items for the house. Sunday we approved the closet design with Busby's Closet Design. 5 closets, an amazing design, and an unbeliveable price. Tim the Tool Man is lined up for epoxy garage floor and attic stairs. Today we approved the design for the built ins for the study (Rusty Room) and ordered the 3rd bedroom panel (murphy) bed from Wall Beds Plus. Jason came to the house yesterday to measure and did a great design. Got our quote from Brighthouse. Next up . . . Blinds from 48 Hr I assume.

Wow. No wonder we haven't seen you out cruising. LOL

[kittygilchrist]

We totally agree-we've already moved once when we sold our house two years ago and moved into a townhouse-thought we downsized and de-cluttered--boy were we wrong. There are boxes everywhere and tons of papers to shred before we get down there at the end of March. Where did we get all this stuff. No furniture for us either--just our personal belongings--can we really have this much stuff and only two people?? :ohdear: :ohdear:

Fellow sufferers from packing. Misery loves company. Salvation army took a truckload, and I am still eyeball deep. The garage will be the last great and greatest bastion of impossibility...

[DenPat]

Feeling like a very official Villager now. After living in Gilchrist for two months and enjoying the posts on TOTV, I have finally registered and have also hung our lamp post sign declaring our official residence. Must say I am not missing the snow we left behind in New Hampshire. :wave:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Feeling like a very official Villager now. After living in Gilchrist for two months and enjoying the posts on TOTV, I have finally registered and have also hung our lamp post sign declaring our official residence. Must say I am not missing the snow we left behind in New Hampshire. :wave:

And now that you are on the spreadsheet you really are an official Gillbilly. Hope to meet you tomorrow at the Driveway Bash.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

I just spoke to Rona and she and Bill were just north of Savannah, hammer down and dodging speed traps. Boy are they going to get a Gillbilly Welcome when they arrive :jester:

[Yankee Quilter]

Feeling like a very official Villager now. After living in Gilchrist for two months and enjoying the posts on TOTV, I have finally registered and have also hung our lamp post sign declaring our official residence. Must say I am not missing the snow we left behind in New Hampshire. :wave:
Welcome, welcome .. You love this site and these people .... So many recommendations, hints, encouragement ... We felt like we belonged with the first communication that we bought a lot in Gilchrist and now that we have met several, it is like home! We close Friday .... Come on by ...

Cars are being packed ... Hitting the road in the am ... Save space for the almost FROGS at the DW party......

Leaving Georgia .... Yee Ha. ( no offense to my GA friends....):MOJE_whot::MOJE_whot::MOJE_whot::MOJE _whot::MOJE_whot::MOJE_whot:

[jimbo2012]

Have a nice trip down guys.

If you need a hand when you get here let me know, I'll then call Rusty. :1rotfl:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Have a nice trip down guys.

If you need a hand when you get here let me know, I'll then call Rusty. :1rotfl:

Jimbo . . . . the rest of us have been hitting the driving range pretty hard. (I lied to you) :jester:
Bring your checkbook in the morning :gc::gc:

[janeg]

It is so exciting to read the posts of our new friends on their way to their new life. We are very excited to spend our first week in our home March 31-April 7th. We are on alert for a posting of a Gilly/Fernandina get together during that week. Retirement comes in June and the days are dragging. Warm sun in March will be welcome. Chill me some Coronas!!!

Jim and Jane Garrison

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Got a driveway, sidewalk, and lanai floor today along with a good start on the interior tile.

10582

[GilchristCruisers]

Well, we did it!

Signed a contract today to build a pool and birdcage addition to the house. Really excited about this adventure. Should be ready by the first of June, or before.

[chiefrose]

Got a driveway, sidewalk, and lanai floor today along with a good start on the interior tile.

10582

Looking real good, Bob. You didn't make the gang meet you for the driveway poring this morning like the slab pore???

[Mamaderby]

I thought I saw a new sign this morning! Excellent!

[A-4 Skyhawk]

First off, Jimbo . . . . . forget the Speed-O christening of your pool. I think the GilchristCruisers are going to beat you into the ground and I'm going to their house.

As for the driveway pour party . . . . . well I show up at the house this morning, concrete was already going down, and then the Dang Concrete Inspector Gal shows up asking to see my Permits. Turned out to be retaliation for the Painting Inspector stunt from the other day.

THIS IS A TOUGH CROWD. They actually get even :rant-rave:

[SpicyCajunPugs]

fellow sufferers from packing. Misery loves company. Salvation army took a truckload, and i am still eyeball deep. The garage will be the last great and greatest bastion of impossibility...

hi kitty, we are starting the same thing (for about the 12th time) and even though we have vast experience, the job never seems to end. Keep praying and if you need any advice, we are pros...not that we are experts though (lol).

[SpicyCajunPugs]

welcome to you, and hope to meet you soon. Are you going to be at the gilchrist block party tommorrow? feeling like a very official villager now. After living in gilchrist for two months and enjoying the posts on totv, i have finally registered and have also hung our lamp post sign declaring our official residence. Must say i am not missing the snow we left behind in new hampshire. :wave:

[SpicyCajunPugs]

bummer
:loco:

yes, that is a bummer as i want to meet them...hope to meet some new people and mingle a little more than last time on our second visit to a gilchrist party tommorrow. We are very excited about the party and our building of our home, and good luck to everyone with their dreams.

Marcy and bruce snell, cajun pug luvers forever

[jimbo2012]

First off, Jimbo . . . . . forget the Speed-O christening of your pool. I think the GilchristCruisers are going to beat you into the ground and I'm going to their house:

I may purposely delay mine to avoid seeing U in garb + potato :throwtomatoes:

[SpicyCajunPugs]

i may purposely delay mine to avoid seeing u in garb + potato :throwtomatoes:

omg...que pasa?

[Heavenstobetsy]

The Flintstones ( Dave and Sue) sent us exciting pictures today! We signed the contract a week ago and now we have stakes and footers being poured!!!

A-4 - maybe you, the Mayor, Flinstones, Jimbo ( if he can get away from his floors) and others can perform a Gillyland building blessing on our lot to make the process go smooth and keep the good spirits watching over us.

This is exciting- Have fun at the driveway party tomorrow.

Betsy and Jim 209.12

[jimbo2012]

My floors will be ready for furniture on Saturday.

All sanded down to day, some filling final touch up's tomorrow, Friday seal and finish coats.

[Bosoxfan]

Well our home in the village of Amelia sold in less than 24 hours.Design meeting set for the 27th of March. We'll be Gillies soon!

[SpicyCajunPugs]

My floors will be ready for furniture on Saturday.

All sanded down to day, some filling final touch up's tomorrow, Friday seal and finish coats.

Thats great, Jimbo...Bruce and I are coming in tommorrow to see our build and go to the block party...if you have time, we would luv to stop by to see your solar golf cart, but only if you have a moment..you are a busy, busy guy. Let us know.

Marcy and Bruce Snell

[SpicyCajunPugs]

well, we did it!

Signed a contract today to build a pool and birdcage addition to the house. Really excited about this adventure. Should be ready by the first of june, or before.

great, great...we luv it..another place to have pool parties. Yeah !!!! Please invite us

[jimbo2012]

Thats great, Jimbo...Bruce and I are coming in tommorrow to see our build and go to the block party...if you have time, we would luv to stop by to see your solar golf cart, but only if you have a moment..you are a busy, busy guy. Let us know.

Marcy and Bruce Snell

Not busy at all A-4 is making me play my first round of golf in the morning, I'm not bringing a pencil.

Busy, Cathy in the middle of doing the floor said she thinks we should have a platform bed in MBR, (not sure how the we happened?) I had to built that too a few days ago.

My table saw needs a vacation.

Cart is on the agenda for next week, ready to follow the sun....

.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Not busy at all A-4 is making me play my first round of golf in the morning, I'm not bringing a pencil.

Busy, Cathy in the middle of doing the floor said she thinks we should have a platform bed in MBR, (not sure how the we happened?) I had to built that too a few days ago.

My table saw needs a vacation.

Cart is on the agenda for next week, ready to follow the sun....

.

Make sure you wear a shirt with a collar and khaki shorts for golf tomorrow. A T-shirt and Gilchrist Speed-O aren't allowed on the course:loco:

[jimbo2012]

Oh so it's formal attire, R paint stains ok?

Flip flops?

[SpicyCajunPugs]

not busy at all a-4 is making me play my first round of golf in the morning, i'm not bringing a pencil.

Busy, cathy in the middle of doing the floor said she thinks we should have a platform bed in mbr, (not sure how the we happened?) i had to built that too a few days ago.

My table saw needs a vacation.

Cart is on the agenda for next week, ready to follow the sun....

.

o.k. We will wait until another time to see it...we have some other options we were thinking about too, so we will start visiting some golf cart places and researching the web...thanks

[A-4 Skyhawk]

o.k. We will wait until another time to see it...we have some other options we were thinking about too, so we will start visiting some golf cart places and researching the web...thanks

If you go with a solar powered cart, make sure it has a hole in the floor so you can peddle like the Flintstones when the sun don't shine and your battery goes flat. (Just kidding Jimbo)

[SpicyCajunPugs]

if you go with a solar powered cart, make sure it has a hole in the floor so you can peddle like the flintstones when the sun don't shine and your battery goes flat. (just kidding jimbo)

so funny a-4. But that might really be a great idea now that you think about it. It is so confusing about what to do, but we are doing our research. We may have to wait until we can actually fit it in our golf cart garage, what with all the junk we are going to have packed in there to unload somewhere.

[GilchristCruisers]

Well our home in the village of Amelia sold in less than 24 hours.Design meeting set for the 27th of March. We'll be Gillies soon!

WOW. That was fast! Congrats.

[gmcneill]

Wow! Congratulations! We finalize our design meetings tomorrow on our home just a few lots further down Luraville from your Gullberry.

Curious: did you list with the Villages, or list with an outside realtor, or handle the sale yourself?

George

[Bosoxfan]

WOW. That was fast! Congrats.

Thanks....almost too fast!!

[Merchantspoint]

We have a “watchbird” and rebar.:clap2: Can’t wait to see what’s next.:shocked: They sure make the chickens big here in TV. Closing on May 3 so things are going to go fast from here. Looking forward to meeting some new friends and neighbors tonight.:ho:

[Merchantspoint]

Tried to post a picture but can't figure out how to work this thing.........

[D Lasher]

Well our home in the village of Amelia sold in less than 24 hours.Design meeting set for the 27th of March. We'll be Gillies soon!

CONGRATS TO OUR FELLOW WORCESTERITES!!!! See you in March and are so happy this moved so quick...:clap2:

[DenPat]

Will see you there!

[Bosoxfan]

CONGRATS TO OUR FELLOW WORCESTERITES!!!! See you in March and are so happy this moved so quick...:clap2:

Thanks...see you soon!

[jimbo2012]

Tried to post a picture but can't figure out how to work this thing.........

If U bring your laptop tonite I can show U in 2 minutes, very easy

[GilchristCruisers]

Yes. Despite the blustery gale outside this afternoon, the DRIVEWAY/BLOCK/WHATEVER PARTY will still take place. Never fear. Backup plan B is always ready, and so are we. See y'all soon!

[WVMtnBoy]

Well friends and neighbors...A-4, Jimbo, Mike & myself got together this morning at 9:08 for our first round of golf as Gilly neighbors.

I won't make too many comments other than I now officially suck at two sports, golf & pickleball!!! :1rotfl:

I did manage to make a par on one of the par 3's and I believe that everyone else also made at least one par. One warning...A-4's a ringer in the driving area and Mike plays a good short game getting on the greens.

Oh yea! Forgot to mention that Jimbo did manage to get a birdie on one of the holes with a water hazard. Now for you animal lovers out there don't fret. The Florida Fish & Wildlife officer who was called to the scene said that the duck that Jimbo conked in the head will make a full recovery...:pepper2:

After the traumatic events of the morning...the 4some retired to Evans Prairie CC for some much needed liquid refreshment and victuals! I think that a good time was had by all...except for maybe the duck! :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[jimbo2012]

Wait a minute, no animals were harmed in the making of the above post.

Great fun for my first round at TV

[WVMtnBoy]

It is so exciting to read the posts of our new friends on their way to their new life. We are very excited to spend our first week in our home March 31-April 7th. We are on alert for a posting of a Gilly/Fernandina get together during that week. Retirement comes in June and the days are dragging. Warm sun in March will be welcome. Chill me some Coronas!!!

Jim and Jane Garrison

Not a prob! You'll find out that there is no shortage of Corona or other libations here in Gillyland!

Can't wait to meet you both!

:clap2:

[WVMtnBoy]

The Flintstones ( Dave and Sue) sent us exciting pictures today! We signed the contract a week ago and now we have stakes and footers being poured!!!

A-4 - maybe you, the Mayor, Flinstones, Jimbo ( if he can get away from his floors) and others can perform a Gillyland building blessing on our lot to make the process go smooth and keep the good spirits watching over us.

This is exciting- Have fun at the driveway party tomorrow.

Betsy and Jim 209.12

In order to honor this humble request I suggest that all of us meet at an agreeable time and perform a "suitable" christening of the property aforementioned. How about it people????? :pepper2:

[GilchristCruisers]

A very big THANKS to all who showed up tonight for the Driveway Gathering. I have no idea about the final count, but to say it was a respectable number would be a gross misstatement. Seemed like everyone was having great conversations - including the 3 "mums" in attendance. So glad to finally put names and faces together. Love this group.

And now that we've taken our turn, who's up for March? It's really an easy party to host, so don't be shy?

Meredith and Dave

[junction29]

In order to honor this humble request I suggest that all of us meet at an agreeable time and perform a "suitable" christening of the property aforementioned. How about it people????? :pepper2:

yep, we are up for it,
just say when and where Your Honour :posting:

[WVMtnBoy]

As I posted before..a foursome had a golf outing this morning and had whole lot of fun. At the Driveway Party this evening several people mentioned that they would like to do a neighborhood golf outing. I also talked to one of our neighbors who had a lead on how all of us might be able golf together. Now, I will warn you that I played very badly today and that golf is much more of a social thing to me than a competitive one. :beer3:

I'd like to propose the formation of a GillyLand Golf Team (so to speak) that includes both men & women (I'm sure that many women play much better than I do). :1rotfl: I'd also like for the foursomes to rotate so that we get to meet each other and play rounds with different neighbors.

If it is, indeed, possible for all of us to play at one location at one time I'd like to know who would be interested in getting in on the proposal and what day you'd like to see us play (at least in the beginning). Now, let me mention one thing...if you're a good golfer and competitive this might not be the perfect match for you. chilout If, on the other hand, you don't mind playing with beginners and don't have a temper but just want to have a good time, please let me know and I'll have Junction29 (Head of the Administrative Dept) start coordinating. :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl: Seriously, just let me know if you're interested (names, contact info & day you'd like to play) and I'll start a list. When I get the info about group play I'll try to get something together. :MOJE_whot:

Oh yea...one more thing. If anyone would like to spearhead this endeavor please let me know and I'll hook you up! :faint:

This place just keeps getting better and better!!! :highfive:

[WVMtnBoy]

yep, we are up for it,
just say when and where Your Honour :posting:

I have a very specific kind of "christening" in mind when we get a group together...rofl. In this neighborhood, ya better watch what ya ask for!!!

:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[junction29]

A very big THANKS to all who showed up tonight for the Driveway Gathering. I have no idea about the final count, but to say it was a respectable number would be a gross misstatement. Seemed like everyone was having great conversations - including the 3 "mums" in attendance. So glad to finally put names and faces together. Love this group.

And now that we've taken our turn, who's up for March? It's really an easy party to host, so don't be shy?

Meredith and Dave

A very big thanks to Meredith and Dave for hosting the first Gilly Driveway (and garage) gathering for the neighbourhood, well done, a smashing time was had by all we think, we certainly did. :BigApplause:

What a smashing bunch of new neighbours and friends :MOJE_whot::MOJE_whot::MOJE_whot:

It makes it that much harder to plan the next fiendish scheme to deliver, when you know that such smashing neighbours will be the victims - whoops we mean participants! :1rotfl::1rotfl:

:2excited::2excited:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

I have a very specific kind of "christening" in mind when we get a group together...rofl. In this neighborhood, ya better watch what ya ask for!!!

:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

Sign me up Mayor . . . . I'm ready to do something off the wall for sweet HeavensToBetsy . . .:clap2:

[chiefrose]

Count me in for the golfing group. At least for the time between March 11 thru April 8 while I am down in TV.

[Heavenstobetsy]

Sign me up Mayor . . . . I'm ready to do something off the wall for sweet HeavensToBetsy . . .:clap2:

Someone needs to take pictures to document this special event......

You can become more infamous and we may need evidence depending on what this crowd decides to do.

[WVMtnBoy]

Someone needs to take pictures to document this special event......

You can become more infamous and we may need evidence depending on what this crowd decides to do.

Oh...never fear...there will be pictures...:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[Bosoxfan]

Wow! Congratulations! We finalize our design meetings tomorrow on our home just a few lots further down Luraville from your Gullberry.

Curious: did you list with the Villages, or list with an outside realtor, or handle the sale yourself?

George

Listed with the Villages

[D Lasher]

As I posted before..a foursome had a golf outing this morning and had whole lot of fun. At the Driveway Party this evening several people mentioned that they would like to do a neighborhood golf outing. I also talked to one of our neighbors who had a lead on how all of us might be able golf together. Now, I will warn you that I played very badly today and that golf is much more of a social thing to me than a competitive one. :beer3:

I'd like to propose the formation of a GillyLand Golf Team (so to speak) that includes both men & women (I'm sure that many women play much better than I do). :1rotfl: I'd also like for the foursomes to rotate so that we get to meet each other and play rounds with different neighbors.

If it is, indeed, possible for all of us to play at one location at one time I'd like to know who would be interested in getting in on the proposal and what day you'd like to see us play (at least in the beginning). Now, let me mention one thing...if you're a good golfer and competitive this might not be the perfect match for you. chilout If, on the other hand, you don't mind playing with beginners and don't have a temper but just want to have a good time, please let me know and I'll have Junction29 (Head of the Administrative Dept) start coordinating. :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl: Seriously, just let me know if you're interested (names, contact info & day you'd like to play) and I'll start a list. When I get the info about group play I'll try to get something together. :MOJE_whot:

Oh yea...one more thing. If anyone would like to spearhead this endeavor please let me know and I'll hook you up! :faint:

This place just keeps getting better and better!!! :highfive:


Hi, this is Bill Lasher in Massachusetts. (2927 Euclid Terrace) I've played golf a few times in my life and really stink at it. But I'd love to join a socially oriented group of mixed abilities. We'll be there for the latter half of May and most of June, but then not until December. (We're on the Spreadsheet) So count me in.

[Merchantspoint]

Thank you so much Dave and Meredith for hosting the Gilly Gathering last night. It was great to meet some of our new neighbors. Dave gave us a wonderful tour of your home. Beautiful!! Thanks again for your hospitality.:eclipsee_gold_cup:

[hotrodgirl]

Jeez! One cannot afford to miss even a single day of postings on here less they never catch up with all the news!
Congratulations BoSox on your quick sale! I have heard the real estate market is picking up so I guess it's true! One day???:bowdown:
And how exciting for HTB that the footings are in! I will try to be there for the christening festivities as well! Where and when? I am love g this wonderful neighborhood!

[hotrodgirl]

Thank you Dave and Meredith for hosting a wonderful party last evening! Us Gillies are tough it would seem, through sand storms and wind gusts! Nothi g will stop a party here! Lovely to connect with some new faces and I hope to remember names, but forgive me if it doesn't stick in my brain right away!
Hopefully we can keep this trend going!:spoken:

[hotrodgirl]

Well, let me just say I think this is a terrific idea! However, I unfortunately do not play (yet). I do plan on taking lessons, and would love to join up after that! So, Rusty, you have NOTHING to worry about!!!:pepper2:

[Merchantspoint]

Mr. Mayor… I would like to be a part of the golf group, if only to give the others a good laugh:evil6:. (However some might cry after seeing what I can do on the golf course.) I’m a beginner but played a little before we moved here. Never got a birdie, but did have a bad experience with a squirrel once:cus:. Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and some Sundays work for me.

[WVMtnBoy]

Okay everyone...I have the following people on the list so far for neighborhood golf:

ChiefRose
A-4 & Spouse
Jimbo & Spouse
DLasher
HotRod
Junction 29 & Spouse
Flintstones
MerchantsPoint
Mr MamaDerby
Lil Ole Me
Batman911 & Spouse

I'm having trouble remembering the names of everyone who told me of their interest so lemme know if you want to be a part of this fiasco...er, neighborhood outing!

:1rotfl::1rotfl:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Well, let me just say I think this is a terrific idea! However, I unfortunately do not play (yet). I do plan on taking lessons, and would love to join up after that! So, Rusty, you have NOTHING to worry about!!!:pepper2:

And if you play golf with me, Mike, Bob (Jimbo), or Rusty YOU have nothing to worry about

[WVMtnBoy]

Mr. Mayor… I would like to be a part of the golf group, if only to give the others a good laugh:evil6:. (However some might cry after seeing what I can do on the golf course.) I’m a beginner but played a little before we moved here. Never got a birdie, but did have a bad experience with a squirrel once:cus:. Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and some Sundays work for me.

Well Ben...if you've had a problem with a squirrel then we'll probably pair you with Jimbo who has an affinity for ducks...:MOJE_whot::1rotfl::clap2::a040:

[WVMtnBoy]

And if you play golf with me, Mike, Bob (Jimbo), or Rusty YOU have nothing to worry about

Except for getting wacked from behind with an errant shot...first rule of golf....always stay behind the person who's addressing the ball!!!

:a20:

[junction29]

Okay everyone...I have the following people on the list so far for neighborhood golf:

ChiefRose
A-4 & Spouse
Jimbo & Spouse
DLasher
HotRod
Junction 29 & Spouse
Flintstones
MerchantsPoint
Lil Ole Me

I'm having trouble remembering the names of everyone who told me of their interest so lemme know if you want to be a part of this fiasco...er, neighborhood outing!

:1rotfl::1rotfl:

Hi Your Honour,

We are almost ready, we are taking the last lesson tomorrow and then the Pro says we just need another 2 years of practise (at the rate we have developed in Golfing Skill over the last week) and we will be ready for a real game. :2excited: :gc:

We are not sure if they were joking or not! :pepper2::pepper2:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Well Ben...if you've had a problem with a squirrel then we'll probably pair you with Jimbo who has an affinity for ducks...:MOJE_whot::1rotfl::clap2::a040:

Yesterday it was kind of hard to focus on hitting your next shot with Jimbo over at the water hole yelling "Here Ducky - Ducky . . . . Here Ducky - Ducky". :rant-rave: Like the bird is going to give him his ball back

[jimbo2012]

there's only one way to learn after lessons, go play.

then sharpen up in between playing at the driving range.

[jimbo2012]

Yesterday it was kind of hard to focus on hitting your next shot with Jimbo over at the water hole yelling "Here Ducky - Ducky . . . . Here Ducky - Ducky". :rant-rave: Like the bird is going to give him his ball back

Who jumped out of their skin where someone yelled "GATOR"

Also at least we know now who to ask where the sand traps R, correct A-4?

[Yankee Quilter]

Thank you so much Dave and Meredith for hosting the Gilly Gathering last night. It was great to meet some of our new neighbors. Dave gave us a wonderful tour of your home. Beautiful!! Thanks again for your hospitality.:eclipsee_gold_cup:
We second that, thank you for hosting and the hospitality! Loved meeting and re.meeting all of you...

And yes we are CLOSED!

[A-4 Skyhawk]

And then there was the amazing shot by one player from the median between the east and west bound lanes on route 466A. I don't think that Fed Ex truck driver will take that route again. I sure am glad the ambassador didn't see that shot.

I'd like to commend whoever it is who keeps the median grass mowed so nicely on 466A.

[jimbo2012]

Great, let's party!

congrats :pepper2:

[SpicyCajunPugs]

Yes, thanks to Meredith and Dave, from Bruce and Marcy too, for your hospitality and giving us a tour of your beautiful Iris. We enjoyed meeting you and all the other fun neighbors and look forward to more get to gethers.

Marcy and Bruce

[Buckeyephan]

We'll add our thanks for a very nice evening. We look forward to seeing our future neighbors again. You are such a friendly and welcoming group.

Barbara and Michael

[MSG@TV]

If you go with a solar powered cart, make sure it has a hole in the floor so you can peddle like the Flintstones when the sun don't shine and your battery goes flat. (Just kidding Jimbo)

Don't jest, Bob. In the early years of our marriage when we didn't have a pot to p**s in because one of us was going to school full-time and working part-time and the other working full-time and working on a master's part-time, my parents felt sorry for us and gave us an old VW beetle. Well, we drove that car to the ground, literally-there was a hole in the floor from which you could see the ground!!! Had the engine given out, we would have been paddling like the Flintstones.

[kittygilchrist]

Great, let's party!

congrats :pepper2:

Heard you made a birdie, Jimbo. Congratulations!

[hotrodgirl]

Congrats to you both on your closing!:beer3: how exciting! It always seems such an interminable wait, but oh so sweet when it's over...luck to you both!

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Heard you made a birdie, Jimbo. Congratulations!

I think that Birdie of his is called a "Fed Ex Dead Duck"

[chiefrose]

88 hours till closing!:2excited:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

88 hours till closing!:2excited:

Are you and Ann Marie coming down for the closing?? Is it time to have a New Jersey Gilly-Bration ?? Rona and Bill are here now and maybe by next Wednesday everyone will be ready for a drink and a HUG :kiss:

[chiefrose]

Are you and Ann Marie coming down for the closing?? Is it time to have a New Jersey Gilly-Bration ?? Rona and Bill are here now and maybe by next Wednesday everyone will be ready for a drink and a HUG :kiss:

Next Wednesday sounds like a plan (if there is music at EP on Wednesday maybe we should push it til Thursday so we can hear ourselves talk).

We get on the autotrain on Sunday afternoon and arrive in FL on Monday morning. Four whirlwind days follow with closing, furniture deliveries, shutter, paddle fan and gutter installations, and staining the lanai and garage. One more hour off the short timers clock! :pepper2:

[GilchristCruisers]

Okay everyone...I have the following people on the list so far for neighborhood golf:

ChiefRose
A-4 & Spouse
Jimbo & Spouse
DLasher
HotRod
Junction 29 & Spouse
Flintstones
MerchantsPoint
Mr MamaDerby
Lil Ole Me
Batman911 & Spouse

I'm having trouble remembering the names of everyone who told me of their interest so lemme know if you want to be a part of this fiasco...er, neighborhood outing!

:1rotfl::1rotfl:

We will join the golf group as well, although Dave's shoulder puts him at a bit of a disadvantage for now, but he can always putt for me, My short game usually stinks.

[WVMtnBoy]

We will join the golf group as well, although Dave's shoulder puts him at a bit of a disadvantage for now, but he can always putt for me, My short game usually stinks.

You're added to the list!!!

[WVMtnBoy]

Hey guys! I'd like to propose that all parties interested in "blessing" the house site of HeavenstoBetsy (next to the Flintstones on Amherst Way) meet at that location at about 3:00 tomorrow afternoon.

A short "ceremony" is planned. Please bring some sort of face covering if you would like to remain anonymous during the proceedings. :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Hey guys! I'd like to propose that all parties interested in "blessing" the house site of HeavenstoBetsy (next to the Flintstones on Amherst Way) meet at that location at about 3:00 tomorrow afternoon.

A short "ceremony" is planned. Please bring some sort of face covering if you would like to remain anonymous during the proceedings. :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

A-4 and his Co-Pilot are in. :plane:
WILL THERE BE BOOZE INVOLVED IN THE CEREMONY :beer3:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Here's a picture of tomorrows CEREMONY LOCATION taken this morning.
WE HAVE FACILITIES :pepper2:
10654

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Rich and Ann Marie! How exciting that your close is almost here! Seems you were walking the streets yesterday. What lovely news and can't wait for you two to hurry home! We'll leave the porch light on for you:mademyday:

Looking forward to seeing you both again. Have a safe trip. Gayle

[Twinspin60]

Jeez! One cannot afford to miss even a single day of postings on here less they never catch up with all the news!
Congratulations BoSox on your quick sale! I have heard the real estate market is picking up so I guess it's true! One day???:bowdown:
And how exciting for HTB that the footings are in! I will try to be there for the christening festivities as well! Where and when? I am love g this wonderful neighborhood!

I totally agree--I don't read this thread for a couple of days and wow I miss alot. Congrats to all who closed, are building and are moving in this week--we're close behind you with the moving truck. When we get down there only one us will be coming back to OH as I just got a job offer and accepted--so my new neighbors will have to keep an eye on me until Jim ties up some loose ends and gets back down with me. :2excited: Let's pool and drinks on a Saturday afternoon--will I be able to handle that? :pepper2: It will be an adjustment but it won't be forever and we've got a time line to stick to. Yea--our dreams are finally coming true.

[Twinspin60]

Well, we did it!

Signed a contract today to build a pool and birdcage addition to the house. Really excited about this adventure. Should be ready by the first of June, or before.

Congrats--somehow I knew you guys would do it--can't wait to see it!!

[hotrodgirl]

Mary (Twin), How exciting for you! You found a new job here!!!:2excited: now the real fun begins and we can't wait to welcome you and Jim home! Best of luck with the move and safe travels to you! Let us know when you plan to leave and we'll all have a celebration on your arrival!!!:beer3:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Okay everyone...I have the following people on the list so far for neighborhood golf:

I'm having trouble remembering the names of everyone who told me of their interest so lemme know if you want to be a part of this fiasco...er, neighborhood outing!

:1rotfl::1rotfl:

With the mixed crew of golfers, I guess we won't be using the SPECIAL RULE for men if they don't out drive the women's Tee will we.
(You're safe Jimbo):D

[Cisco Kid]

Trace Adkins - I Ain't Never Had Too Much Fun
or
Im So Excited Lyrics Pointer Sisters

[WVMtnBoy]

A-4 and his Co-Pilot are in. :plane:
WILL THERE BE BOOZE INVOLVED IN THE CEREMONY :beer3:

:1rotfl::1rotfl: I guess you'll find out when you get there!!!

[WVMtnBoy]

With the mixed crew of golfers, I guess we won't be using the SPECIAL RULE for men if they don't out drive the women's Tee will we.
(You're safe Jimbo):D

OMG....I would pay good money to see that!!!

:a040:

[Flintstones]

Good grief - I didn't check this site yesterday and I almost missed the "christening". Count us in!

Can't wait to go golfing with the Gilly Gang. It should be interesting. LOL

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

[QUOTE=WVMtnBoy;634844]Okay everyone...I have the following people on the list so far for neighborhood golf:

ChiefRose
A-4 & Spouse
Jimbo & Spouse
DLasher
HotRod
Junction 29 & Spouse
Flintstones
MerchantsPoint
Mr MamaDerby
Lil Ole Me
Batman911 & Spouse

I'm having trouble remembering the names of everyone who told me of their interest so lemme know if you want to be a part of this fiasco...er, neighborhood outing!

Mike Roberts would like to be part of the neighborhood golf. Gayle does not golf but will be a cheerleader!

[Dafoe]

HI
My husband (Dave) and I (Sue) are working our way to retirement. Dave has a few years left, but I retire in 23 days. We close on our home on Dafoe on April 3 and will begin trying to spend a week or two each month during the next few years. We'll be there for 2 weeks mid May to furnish the place. Since our other 'home' is in Minnesota, we REALLY look forward to meeting our new Gilly friends!

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Meredith and Dave, Congrats on pool signing. I cant wait to see your new addition! It is going to be pretty.
Speaking of water, Meredith did you want to do any water exercises at one of the sports pools? Let me know. I am interested in that.
Thanks, Gayle

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

HI
My husband (Dave) and I (Sue) are working our way to retirement. Dave has a few years left, but I retire in 23 days. We close on our home on Dafoe on April 3 and will begin trying to spend a week or two each month during the next few years. We'll be there for 2 weeks mid May to furnish the place. Since our other 'home' is in Minnesota, we REALLY look forward to meeting our new Gilly friends!

Welcome to Gillyland. We are excited to meet you soon.

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Trace Adkins - I Ain't Never Had Too Much Fun
or
Im So Excited Lyrics Pointer Sisters

I vote on Im So Excited! Because I am so excited that I live in such a great neighborhood!!!

[Dafoe]

[QUOTE=WVMtnBoy;634844]Okay everyone...I have the following people on the list so far for neighborhood golf:

ChiefRose
A-4 & Spouse
Jimbo & Spouse
DLasher
HotRod
Junction 29 & Spouse
Flintstones
MerchantsPoint
Mr MamaDerby
Lil Ole Me
Batman911 & Spouse

I'm having trouble remembering the names of everyone who told me of their interest so lemme know if you want to be a part of this fiasco...er, neighborhood outing!

Mike Roberts would like to be part of the neighborhood golf. Gayle does not golf but will be a cheerleader!
Perhaps we could be on the sub list -- getting to play when we are in town. My husband and I are working on a master calendar of flying down each month once we get in and get settled!

[Heavenstobetsy]

Meredith and Dave, Congrats on pool signing. I cant wait to see your new addition! It is going to be pretty.
Speaking of water, Meredith did you want to do any water exercises at one of the sports pools? Let me know. I am interested in that.
Thanks, Gayle


Gayle,
We do not close until the first week in May- but i am very interested in getting involved in a regular water exercise program. Please let me know what you find and maybe I can join you sometime after we close. Looking forward to meeting you and all the others. Betsy 209.12

[Heavenstobetsy]

Good grief - I didn't check this site yesterday and I almost missed the "christening". Count us in!

Can't wait to go golfing with the Gilly Gang. It should be interesting. LOL

To all our neighbors,
Oh how much we wish we were there right now- It is snowing in Charlotte NC today which is really unusual this time of year.

Take some great photos of the "christening" activity - i know that once the Gillyland blessing has been granted- we will really feel like part of the neighborhood.

Jim and Betsy 209.12

[bovelsky]

I would be interested. How out monday or friday?

[GilchristCruisers]

I totally agree--I don't read this thread for a couple of days and wow I miss alot. Congrats to all who closed, are building and are moving in this week--we're close behind you with the moving truck. When we get down there only one us will be coming back to OH as I just got a job offer and accepted--so my new neighbors will have to keep an eye on me until Jim ties up some loose ends and gets back down with me. :2excited: Let's pool and drinks on a Saturday afternoon--will I be able to handle that? :pepper2: It will be an adjustment but it won't be forever and we've got a time line to stick to. Yea--our dreams are finally coming true.

Yay for you!!!!! Happy you found a job. Can't wait to have you here permanently.

[GilchristCruisers]

Meredith and Dave, Congrats on pool signing. I cant wait to see your new addition! It is going to be pretty.
Speaking of water, Meredith did you want to do any water exercises at one of the sports pools? Let me know. I am interested in that.
Thanks, Gayle

Looking out my window today, I can't wait to get rid of this horrid wind and sand and get our balmy temps back so I can get back to the pool. When it warms up (and the snowbird/flakes are gone), there's a good water aerobics class at Seabreeze on Tuesdays and Thursdays, usually at 11:00, although the time may change. Will watch the Rec Guide for info. For the time being, I am content to use the Gilchrist Pool to do the same exercises as often as I can get there. Hopefully that will be really often after this stretch of bad weather.

[GilchristCruisers]

Sorry we'll miss the "christening" today. My beloved Jayhawks are playing basketball at 2:00 and we will gather with our fellow fans at Beef O'Brady's this afternoon. Have fun and stay out of the wind. LOLOLOL.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Sorry we'll miss the "christening" today. My beloved Jayhawks are playing basketball at 2:00 and we will gather with our fellow fans at Beef O'Brady's this afternoon. Have fun and stay out of the wind. LOLOLOL.

I, in conjuction with our fearless leader the Mayor have decided that THE CHRISTENING HAS BEEN POSTPONED until the 90 MPH winds and sand storm subsides and when the Mayor & GilchristCruisers can attend. Sorry HTB . . . . you'll have to operate un-christened for the time being.

[Yankee Quilter]

We second that, thank you for hosting and the hospitality! Loved meeting and re.meeting all of you...

And yes we are CLOSED!

Meredith and Dave, Congrats on pool signing. I cant wait to see your new addition! It is going to be pretty.
Speaking of water, Meredith did you want to do any water exercises at one of the sports pools? Let me know. I am interested in that.
Thanks, Gayle

Hey guys, please keep me in the loop for water aerobics or exercises ... Should be full time 3/16 or so....
Glad we are here enjoying the dust storm, it is flurrying Kennesaw! Had hoped to go to a Square tonight....

[GilchristCruisers]

Well, today's blustery winds have moved YOUR yard to ours today. Please feel free to come and claim your dirt back! :o This is getting old. Wish someone would build across the street. Saving the pictures for warranty.

[Yankee Quilter]

Well, today's blustery winds have moved YOUR yard to ours today. Please feel free to come and claim your dirt back! :o This is getting old. Wish someone would build across the street. Saving the pictures for warranty.

Didn't think I would be glad not to have moved our wicker for the lanai yet, but with the sand storm, there would be no wicker left! Pillows would be up against the screens! so glad the fire is not close to us. Our empty microwave vent can't stop howling .....
Got to love moving into an empty house! ( and the shutter guy has still not returned a phone call or shown up.... I am a touch .. Upset! So since we are open to the world, look in, not much to see, truck comes in a couple of weeks!

[GilchristCruisers]

Just a few pics to illustrate my previous post. :shrug: Of course you will need to turn your computer, or tilt your head to see them. LOL

[Merchantspoint]

It looks like our building date may be delayed. The wind just pushed our lot into the sand trap on Destin's 4th fairway. :cus:

[GilchristCruisers]

It looks like our building date may be delayed. The wind just pushed our lot into the sand trap on Destin's 4th fairway. :cus:

LOL. No, I think it's in our front yard.

[Heartnsoul]

congratulations!! it's exciting to anticipate the build and move !!

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Tough day today south of 466A.

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[Flintstones]

Tough day today south of 466A.

10698106991070010701

Some Amherst Way neighbors will be able to play sand volleyball in their DRIVEWAYS! Wow that was a lot of sand! Hopefully, today will be calmer.

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Gayle,
We do not close until the first week in May- but i am very interested in getting involved in a regular water exercise program. Please let me know what you find and maybe I can join you sometime after we close. Looking forward to meeting you and all the others. Betsy 209.12

Excellent! I would love to exercise with you. Just let me know when you are available.

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Looking out my window today, I can't wait to get rid of this horrid wind and sand and get our balmy temps back so I can get back to the pool. When it warms up (and the snowbird/flakes are gone), there's a good water aerobics class at Seabreeze on Tuesdays and Thursdays, usually at 11:00, although the time may change. Will watch the Rec Guide for info. For the time being, I am content to use the Gilchrist Pool to do the same exercises as often as I can get there. Hopefully that will be really often after this stretch of bad weather.

I may join you in the Gilchrist pool when it gets nice out. Our friends from Chicago area are visiting with us until Monday. Of all times they had to come. I wish it were nice weather for them. I think that they like it here. They are considering renting a house or villa next winter.

Anybody who wants to do water exercise lets watch for classes.

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Hey guys, please keep me in the loop for water aerobics or exercises ... Should be full time 3/16 or so....
Glad we are here enjoying the dust storm, it is flurrying Kennesaw! Had hoped to go to a Square tonight....

We need to wait for nicer weather. And then we can do it! You might be back in time for the good weather. But I hope it gets here sooner than 3/16. Have a safe trip.

[Biker Bob]

Well, we did it!

Signed a contract today to build a pool and birdcage addition to the house. Really excited about this adventure. Should be ready by the first of June, or before.

LOL. No, I think it's in our front yard.

Hi Dave and Meredith - so exciting about your pool. Can't wait to see it - hope you will post pictures!

[hotrodgirl]

Well, it seems Dave and Meredith (Gilchrist Cruisers) and myself are right in the thick of it with the addition of a new beach in our yards! Those with grandkids may wish to come on over when the weather warms up and build some sandcastles. The sprinklers turned a section of it into good building material this morning... I also have pictures for warranty and have filled out an online claim as well as having called. I want to see some silt fences go up across the street where it is so open with 5 sand lots! Getting tired of it as well. Thanks for letting me vent, but I guess I would still rather have the sand than the snow:cus: my landscaper showed up this AM to check on his extensive work, and I do believe he was shocked by what he saw. The fact that he said absolutely nothing for a minute or two was evidence enough. Then the jaw dropped open and orders came out for the guys to check the plants, water feature and pick up all the garbage... They picked up in your yard too GCruisers! Think warranty and the Gillbillies may have a few words:boxing2:
Hoping this passes and we can all get back to normal!
For those on for pickleball today, I think we'll be playing over an area of 3 consecutive courts!!!:icon_wink:
Happy Sunday everyone!

[Biker Bob]

enjoy again!!!

Great time and pictures. Looking forward to seeing everyone again.

[jimbo2012]

Well, we did it!

Signed a contract today to build a pool and birdcage addition to the house. Really excited about this adventure. Should be ready by the first of June, or before.

Well what's the details, inquiring minds want to know, did U go with fiberglass?

What size?

etc.

[GilchristCruisers]

Well what's the details, inquiring minds want to know, did U go with fiberglass?

What size?

etc.

Well, if you hadn't been so busy scrubbing the driveway Thursday, you could have seen all the plans! LOL

No, we didn't go with fiberglass. There is some thought that fiberglass may be outlawed in Florida in the near future, as many such pools crack at the water line where it can get extremely hot above water and colder beneath. Then the fibers end up in the water. So concrete/gunnite it is for us.

Pool will be a little shy of 29' by 17'. Curved shape. Beach area with spa jets and a bubbler (which I'm sure the grandkids will love). There will also be another bench area with spa jets. There will be a two step up deck in the back to accommodate three waterfall curtains.

Birdcage will extend as far to the rear as possible and will cover the entire length of the back of the house (50'x 25').

This, of course means we will be removing our 10 x 10 block patio and stone patio that is currently off our existing lanai. Don't know if we can re-purpose the block and stone, so we may be disposing of them.

Permit process will take 3 - 4 weeks, then we shall start. Should be interesting.

[GilchristCruisers]

Well, it seems Dave and Meredith (Gilchrist Cruisers) and myself are right in the thick of it with the addition of a new beach in our yards! Those with grandkids may wish to come on over when the weather warms up and build some sandcastles.

Maybe we need to have a Gilchrist Beach Party. Give everyone shovels and buckets and turn them loose.?????? Umbrella drinks as a reward?????

[GilchristCruisers]

They are considering renting a house or villa next winter.



Gayle,

We have a CYV that we rent out. It's being handled by ERA (Grizzard) realty, Ann Rogers. Don't know if she has anyone for next winter, but your friends might check with her while they're here, as she handles several properties.

Meredith

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Maybe we need to have a Gilchrist Beach Party. Give everyone shovels and buckets and turn them loose.?????? Umbrella drinks as a reward?????

I was saving the Speed-O and "accessory" for the pool christening, but I guess I could break it out for the Beach Party.
SURF'S UP

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Well, it seems Dave and Meredith (Gilchrist Cruisers) and myself are right in the thick of it with the addition of a new beach in our yards! Those with grandkids may wish to come on over when the weather warms up and build some sandcastles. The sprinklers turned a section of it into good building material this morning... I also have pictures for warranty and have filled out an online claim as well as having called. I want to see some silt fences go up across the street where it is so open with 5 sand lots! Getting tired of it as well. Thanks for letting me vent, but I guess I would still rather have the sand than the snow:cus: my landscaper showed up this AM to check on his extensive work, and I do believe he was shocked by what he saw. The fact that he said absolutely nothing for a minute or two was evidence enough. Then the jaw dropped open and orders came out for the guys to check the plants, water feature and pick up all the garbage... They picked up in your yard too GCruisers! Think warranty and the Gillbillies may have a few words:boxing2:
Hoping this passes and we can all get back to normal!
For those on for pickleball today, I think we'll be playing over an area of 3 consecutive courts!!!:icon_wink:
Happy Sunday everyone!

Sorry to hear some of you had damage. I dont think anything here got damaged. Must be because it hit you on Amhearst square on. It hit our side. Hope it all works out for all of you.
Happy Sunday everyone too!

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Gayle,

We have a CYV that we rent out. It's being handled by ERA (Grizzard) realty, Ann Rogers. Don't know if she has anyone for next winter, but your friends might check with her while they're here, as she handles several properties.

Meredith

Thanks Meredith. I will give them the info and have them check on it. Hope you are all good there with the storm.

[kayta]

:a040:Okay everyone...I have the following people on the list so far for neighborhood golf:

ChiefRose
A-4 & Spouse
Jimbo & Spouse
DLasher
HotRod
Junction 29 & Spouse
Flintstones
MerchantsPoint
Mr MamaDerby
Lil Ole Me
Batman911 & Spouse

I'm having trouble remembering the names of everyone who told me of their interest so lemme know if you want to be a part of this fiasco...er, neighborhood outing!

:1rotfl::1rotfl:



I'm signed in as / pretending to be my wife (Kayta) --- she's not golfing (yet). I'm interested in joining the neighborhood golf group. I'm limited to Fri-Sun since I'm still working, but I can certainly play hookey from time to time on other days. Wish I would have logged on earlier and learned about the warranty department clean up service...I got out there and cleaned the sand out the yard myself. Brent

[Flintstones]

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/members/flintstones-33132/albums/bits-bobs/4486-bits-bobs.jpg

Not wind nor cold will stop the Bits and Bobs from their appointed Pickleball practice!

[kittygilchrist]

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/members/flintstones-33132/albums/bits-bobs/4486-bits-bobs.jpg

Not wind nor cold will stop the Bits and Bobs from their appointed Pickleball practice!

No fair! I'm not there yet! I wanna play pickleball. (What is pickleball?!) Closing April 1! See you all soon.
Kitty

[jimbo2012]

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/members/flintstones-33132/albums/bits-bobs/4486-bits-bobs.jpg

Not wind nor cold will stop the Bits and Bobs from their appointed Pickleball practice!

It wasn't cold look at that guy in the shorts!!!!!

[GilchristCruisers]

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/members/flintstones-33132/albums/bits-bobs/4486-bits-bobs.jpg

Not wind nor cold will stop the Bits and Bobs from their appointed Pickleball practice!

I, for one, am impressed. I think you were (are) crazy, but I'm impressed.

[WVMtnBoy]

[QUOTE=WVMtnBoy;634844]Okay everyone...I have the following people on the list so far for neighborhood golf:

ChiefRose
A-4 & Spouse
Jimbo & Spouse
DLasher
HotRod
Junction 29 & Spouse
Flintstones
MerchantsPoint
Mr MamaDerby
Lil Ole Me
Batman911 & Spouse

I'm having trouble remembering the names of everyone who told me of their interest so lemme know if you want to be a part of this fiasco...er, neighborhood outing!

Mike Roberts would like to be part of the neighborhood golf. Gayle does not golf but will be a cheerleader!

I already have my golfing buddy on there! I'm a step ahead of you!!!

:coolsmiley:

[WVMtnBoy]

Okay everyone, here's the newest, bestest most recentest list for Gilly Golf. I think I have everyone on here that has requested to be so far. If I've missed anyone please let me know!!!

Sir & Lady Junction29
Mr & Mrs Batman911
Jeff & Nancy (Kilgore Way)
Mr & Mrs A-4
Mr & Mrs Jimbo
Bill Lasher
Mr & Mrs Flintstones (Fred & Wilma)
Mr. Merchantspoint
Rick & Ruth (Kilgore Way)
Mike Roberts
Mr & Mrs GilchristCruisers
Mark Bolvelsky
Mr Katya
HotRodGirl
ChiefRose
Mr. MamaDerby
WVMtnBoy
Mr & Mrs Promo

27 by my count! Pretty good! :pepper2:

Keep getting me the names and please let me know if I've overlooked anyone!

The list has been updated as of 3/5/13!

Hizzhonor, The Mayor

[hotrodgirl]

:a040:



I'm signed in as / pretending to be my wife (Kayta) --- she's not golfing (yet). I'm interested in joining the neighborhood golf group. I'm limited to Fri-Sun since I'm still working, but I can certainly play hookey from time to time on other days. Wish I would have logged on earlier and learned about the warranty department clean up service...I got out there and cleaned the sand out the yard myself. Brent

Brent-I am taking lessons beginning March 11 at TreeTop with Mike Girard, the class is small, and is daily from 3-11 thru 3-15, with course time the last day. Also 30days of free balls at TreeTop! Kayta is welcome to join me!!

[hotrodgirl]

Okay everyone, here's the newest, bestest most recentest list for Gilly Golf. I think I have everyone on here that has requested to be so far. If I've missed anyone please let me know!!!

Sir & Lady Junction29
Mr & Mrs Batman911
Jeff & Nancy (Kilgore Way)
Mr & Mrs A-4
Mr & Mrs Jimbo
Bill Lasher
Mr & Mrs Flintstones (Fred & Wilma)
Mr. Merchantspoint
Rick & Ruth (Kilgore Way)
Mike Roberts
Mr & Mrs GilchristCruisers
Mark Bolvelsky
Mr Katya

21 by my count! Pretty good! :pepper2:

Keep getting me the names and please let me know if I've overlooked anyone!

Hizzhonor, The Mayor


I believe you left me off the list, Mr Mayor... I promise to pay close attention to my lessons:undecided::pepper2: But if you think I will embarrass you:shrug:

[chiefrose]

Rusty

What happened; I was on the original list nd got dropped from the most recent golf list. Out of site - out of mind. :>)

Rich

[poromo]

Mr. Mayor,
Please add Mr. and Mrs. Poromo to the list. We probably will not be able to be fully involved until later this year. The house construction (210-114) began recently and we are scheduled for a close on May 1. Can't wait to be involved in all the Gillybrations!
Poromo

[Yankee Quilter]

Next Wednesday sounds like a plan (if there is music at EP on Wednesday maybe we should push it til Thursday so we can hear ourselves talk).

We get on the autotrain on Sunday afternoon and arrive in FL on Monday morning. Four whirlwind days follow with closing, furniture deliveries, shutter, paddle fan and gutter installations, and staining the lanai and garage. One more hour off the short timers clock! :pepper2:


Is this on???

[ejc54]

I think you are the first to say they are from Gilchrist. Welcome to you.

Hope you enjoy every second of a thousand years here with us! We live NORTH of you up in Laurel Valley!

We live in Gilchrist now--there are a few of us here. By this summer they'll be a lot more. You'll love it.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Is this on???

Chief Rose suggested Thursday when the band was on vacation. And the wind is supposed to be howling again Wednesday. Rona & Bill are here also. Anyone want to do Thursday at EP????

[Rbgold]

We can do either night. Please let us know what the consensus is.
We are settling in rather quickly. Trying to coordinate all the contractors has become a full time job! Our week is almost at an end, but we are making plans to return soon!

[hotrodgirl]

Thursday works for me! And welcome home Rona and Bill, Rich and Ann Marie!! Exciting times ahead and we are glad to have you with us where you belong:coolsmiley:

[GilchristCruisers]

Thursday would be better for us, but if it's really cold, we might take a pass.

[WVMtnBoy]

Thursday works for me!!! Wow...what a day that's gonna be. Golf in the a.m, pickleball in the p.m. and a GillyBration!!!!

[WVMtnBoy]

Post #3207 has been updated with all of the Gilly Golfers that I think have requested to be on the list so far.

Please let me know if I've missed someone!!

Thanks Y'all


:pepper2:

[WVMtnBoy]

Rusty

What happened; I was on the original list nd got dropped from the most recent golf list. Out of site - out of mind. :>)

Rich

Absolutely not the truth. I failed to transition a few names (yours and two others) from the spreadsheet on the TOTV post. You were, are and always will be on the list. Chalk it up to a clerical error!!!

I'm gonna check with A-4 to see if a secretary is in the GillyLand budget for the Mayor.

:a20::a20:

[WVMtnBoy]

Due to unforseen circumstances, we were forced to cancel the "house christening" for Heavenstobetsy on Saturday.

After pickleball today, the participants met in executive session at Bonifay CC over drinks and it was suggested that we reschedule the christening of HeavensToBetsy's home for tomorrow, Wednesday 6 @6:00pm.

Anyone wanting to participate in the first ever GillyLand House Christening please drop on by.

Hope to see ya there!

:wave:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Absolutely not the truth. I failed to transition a few names (yours and two others) from the spreadsheet on the TOTV post. You were, are and always will be on the list. Chalk it up to a clerical error!!!

I'm gonna check with A-4 to see if a secretary is in the GillyLand budget for the Mayor.

:a20::a20:

Not money in the caufer for a Mayors secretary. I drank it all. :wine: :beer3:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Due to unforseen circumstances, we were forced to cancel the "house christening" for Heavenstobetsy on Saturday.

After pickleball today, the participants met in executive session at Bonifay CC over drinks and it was suggested that we reschedule the christening of HeavensToBetsy's home for tomorrow, Wednesday 6 @6:00pm.

Anyone wanting to participate in the first ever GillyLand House Christening please drop on by.

Hope to see ya there!

:wave:

30 MPH winds and round 4 of the awful sand storms in the forecast :swear:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

thursday works for me!!! Wow...what a day that's gonna be. Golf in the a.m, pickleball in the p.m. And a gillybration!!!!

it's official . . . The mayor has spoken
gilly-bration at evans prairie thursday night at 8:00

[Yankee Quilter]

Am confused ... Not uncommon... Christening on for Wed, or bration on Thurs. ....or both????
Thanks

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Am confused ... Not uncommon... Christening on for Wed, or bration on Thurs. ....or both????
Thanks

Don't feel bad . . . . we're all in the same boat. I have to keep a calendar. And I was concerned about what I was going to do to keep busy when I retired.

[Yankee Quilter]

Don't feel bad . . . . we're all in the same boat. I have to keep a calendar. And I was concerned about what I was going to do to keep busy when I retired.
So, Mr. Calendar, both events or one!!!!

[A-4 Skyhawk]

so, mr. Calendar, both events or one!!!!

both

[Teryl1949]

Today is a sad day :cryin2: MamaDerby is now heading back North :cold:

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Chief Rose suggested Thursday when the band was on vacation. And the wind is supposed to be howling again Wednesday. Rona & Bill are here also. Anyone want to do Thursday at EP????

The Roberts are in!:wave:

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

No fair! I'm not there yet! I wanna play pickleball. (What is pickleball?!) Closing April 1! See you all soon.
Kitty

Hi Kitty,
I havent seen nor heard from you in a long time. Hope all is going well with your move. I have yet to see your house close up. It looks beautiful from the outside. I am looking forward to seeing you again and Emma. I know she will be my friend. We love it here. See you soon. Gayle

[Yankee Quilter]

Today is a sad day :cryin2: MamaDerby is now heading back North :cold:understood, I head back tomorrow ...and don't want to go!
Bye Terry ... For now!

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Today is a sad day :cryin2: MamaDerby is now heading back North :cold:

We are going to miss you. It was great seeing you at the driveway party. Come back soon. Be safe. Gayle

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

understood, I head back tomorrow ...and don't want to go!
Bye Terry ... For now!

Have a safe trip back north. We will miss you and all the Gillys that are heading north. Gayle:mad:

[jimbo2012]

No fair! I'm not there yet! I wanna play pickleball. (What is pickleball?!) Closing April 1! See you all soon.
Kitty

This is game where you get a jar of dill pickles and try and hit your opponent with one of the pickles out of the jar, the opponent can take his/her paddle and hit it back to you.

[hotrodgirl]

Terry, miss you already! It was great seeing you and fraternizing a bit, and I hope retirement is in the VERY near future for you... Hurry home, whenever you are able!!:cryin2:

[GilchristCruisers]

Today is a sad day :cryin2: MamaDerby is now heading back North :cold:

Bummer.

[GilchristCruisers]

We will most likely miss the "christening" ceremony today. Headed to join with some Villagers from Colorado. However, once you have done your thing, feel free to mosey up the street and shovel some "snow" from our beach. Yes, it's STILL there. Carol's beach was moved today - think they just added it to ours. Or maybe they're just giving us some atmosphere for our soon to be Pool. GRRRRRRRRRRR! Maybe tomorrow......

[Mamaderby]

Bummer.

Yup bummer! I am sitting on my couch in Medina, OH. :cryin2:Had a little excitement on the plane after we landed..... They made everyone sit back down and out of the aisle. Three security officers and a deputy sheriff walked to the back of the plane, hand cuffed a dude and escorted him out...:police:...interesting......and a whole bunch of wide-eyed folks watching.:22yikes:

Teryl will be there another week..... He will need some special attention so be sure he makes it to the Gillibration tomorrow!:mmmm:

[hotrodgirl]

I'll make sure he gets dinner and to the Gillybration, Gilly glass in hand! Miss you, girlfriend, and hope to see you again soon. I had meant to have you over... But time has a way of getting away from you down here! I say you start searching for insurance and retire ASAP! Stay warm and we'll keep the porch light on for you.:wave:

[Mamaderby]

I'll make sure he gets dinner and to the Gillybration, Gilly glass in hand! Miss you, girlfriend, and hope to see you again soon. I had meant to have you over... But time has a way of getting away from you down here! I say you start searching for insurance and retire ASAP! Stay warm and we'll keep the porch light on for you.:wave:

Thanks......hard to believe 10 days moved that quickly! I had a great time and it was great to meet so many new neighbors and friends. Hate to miss the agiillibration tomorrow!!! Thanks for everything!

[WVMtnBoy]

Today is a sad day :cryin2: MamaDerby is now heading back North :cold:

I know...we're gonna miss her. She needs to get her keester back down here soon!!

:cryin2:

[WVMtnBoy]

Well, we did it!!! :pepper2: Per the request of HeavenstoBetsy, the new house was properly and vigorously christened this evening at 6:00pm. The usual "cast of characters" were there and I think the job was done rather spectacularly if I do say so myself! :icon_twisted:

I know that there were pictures taken but I'm not sure when Mr. Flintstone will get them posted. I'd love to know what everyone thinks...:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

You really have to be careful what you ask for in this neighborhood!!! :22yikes:

[hotrodgirl]

Well, we did it!!! :pepper2: Per the request of HeavenstoBetsy, the new house was properly and vigorously christened this evening at 6:00pm.

You really have to be careful what you ask for in this neighborhood!!! :22yikes:

Boy, ain't that the truth!:22yikes:

[Heavenstobetsy]

Well, we did it!!! :pepper2: Per the request of HeavenstoBetsy, the new house was properly and vigorously christened this evening at 6:00pm. The usual "cast of characters" were there and I think the job was done rather spectacularly if I do say so myself! :icon_twisted:

I know that there were pictures taken but I'm not sure when Mr. Flintstone will get them posted. I'd love to know what everyone thinks...:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

You really have to be careful what you ask for in this neighborhood!!! :22yikes:

Wow-just catching up on all the news and my wonderful neighbors went ahead with the christening! The "new house" doesn't even have the slab yet so this will get things off to a great start. Maybe I should wait until I see the pictures before i really express my appreciation (or shock and surprise), but this group of people are really something else.

[GilchristCruisers]

Stay warm and we'll keep the porch light on for you.:wave:

Just like Motel 6

[WVMtnBoy]

Wow-just catching up on all the news and my wonderful neighbors went ahead with the christening! The "new house" doesn't even have the slab yet so this will get things off to a great start. Maybe I should wait until I see the pictures before i really express my appreciation (or shock and surprise), but this group of people are really something else.

I was thinking more along the lines of "shock and awe"!!! :shocked::shocked:

[Teryl1949]

I was thinking more along the lines of "shock and awe"!!! :shocked::shocked:

As cold as it was there was some shrinkage :censored: taking place :cold:

[hotrodgirl]

As cold as it was there was some shrinkage :censored: taking place :cold:
Not as cold as Terry is in Ohio:cryin2:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

This is game where you get a jar of dill pickles and try and hit your opponent with one of the pickles out of the jar, the opponent can take his/her paddle and hit it back to you.

Jimbo hit his pickle from the median on route 466A last week. It was a BEAUTIOUS shot. He's a real pro.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Thanks......hard to believe 10 days moved that quickly! I had a great time and it was great to meet so many new neighbors and friends. Hate to miss the agiillibration tomorrow!!! Thanks for everything!

Who's going to inspect all of the neighborhood concrete pours if you're in Ohio?

P.S. be thankful you weren't here for the lot christening tonight. When the pictures get posted you'll be very disturbed at what you see going on in your new neighborhood. I hope someone hauled all of those empties away?