Baby Boomers ruining TV ?
 

While noshing at Panera in LSL we overhead a 70ish couple telling an acquaintance why they were moving from TV back to West Palm. Apparently it's the unfriendly neighborhood boomers that although may be personable are not neighborhood social. " they have ruined TV" he complained in not too low of a voice. The acquaintance turned to leave and gave us a somewhat understandable look. Well, I was a bit taken back but composed myself knowing it wasn't personal. But, it got me thinking ? Was his experience isolated to his neighborhood or is it widespread ? Being here only 4 times a year for a week at a time doesn't give me a true sense.

To be known, 'boomers' are turning 70 this year. Most of my peers are boomers and all of them in my group of 16 golfers are over 65. I don't think were 'ruining' TV. In fact we all lover TV. We try to be courteous and help elders out when needed.

I think his problem is isolated.

I can understand their feelings. Just spend the time reading the disparaging posts here and on the on-line news source. So many comments advising folks NOT to move into the original/historic villages because the neighbors are so much older and friendships already established, yada, yada, yada. And then there are those posts whining about the driving ability or lack of same of 'old people'. Life is too short to live amongst whiners and complainers! Hope they are happy with their return - they have earned it.

OH for Heavens sake. I didn't know you were here only for four weeks outa the entire year! You are having separation anxiety and jealous longings for the Koolaid gang. I won't be mean to you any more. Why don't you get your self down here and giggle and smile and dance with all of us year 'round? Are you just finishing college because you are 22?

Getting tired of you paddling my rear GG. But, as the good Catholic boy I am I won't complain.

Seems isolated to certain neighborhoods, not just the historic side. We had a neighbor who moved across 466A to get a larger home. One of her new neighbors asked how old they were and was aghast when told, and the relationship went downhill from there. They felt very unwelcome in their new place and eventually moved to another home closer to Brownwood. There they have great rapport with their neighbors of various ages. We visited them in their new home during the holidays and they had invited several of their new neighbors over. We had a great time.

In our neighborhood, we have people ranging from their 90's to their 50's and we mix and mingle over golf, cards, and other activities without any concern about ages. It's just a number.

Baby boomers are anywhere from 52 to 70. That is the major Villages demograpic now. There is a difference between boomers and those older, but chalk it up to having different perspectives growing up. But we all came here for the same reason, and that is the major unifying factor.

Baby Boomers are residents born during the post World War two baby boom between years 1946 and 1964. Their ages would be approximately between 52 and 70 years old. This age group generally would be very active in The Villages. Perhaps some might be too active to participate in some or all of the neighborhood activities.

We have owned homes in four different neighborhoods in The Villages. It's a fact not all neighbors are the same wheather you live in The Villages or another retirement community or the City you lived in prior to retirement. Its about people not age IMHO. In short, you can be 55, 65, 75 or 85 and be a friendly or unfriendly neighbor----age has little or nothing to do with it.

Just missed being in the baby boom age but I think this is an isolated case.

I think the baby boomers have lived long enough to be courteous and respectful.

Just thinking out loud but maybe some people don't like the fact that most baby boomers are more active and really enjoy TV. To me, age is just a number. If one is in decent shape and enjoys all of TV has to offer, I don't see a problem.

I have always respected my elders and will continue to do so as I am now a young elder.

I think the person that was over heard is just one of those who take an isloated incident, put a label on it and then spread it as though it were a general condition.

Not at all representative of TV residents regardless the age/label!

So, West Palm should solve his issue.

So that is why the old people next door are moving.

:throwtomatoes:

Are you Dennis or Mr. Wilson ?

I don't mind living amongst the elderly. I just hate it when elderly people act old. What the OP's describes is not an elderly issue but people who moved into the wrong neighborhoods. Its one of the reasons I will not move. My neighbors are active caring human beings who go out of their way to help and often remain reticent to spare hurt feelings.

FYI........Dennis turns 65 this year.

Yep. Which is not at all unusual.

Kids. geezzz

I for one am definitely one of those boomers at 65.
When we moved here full time I was 48 & hubby was 49. We were 2 of the youngest here. Never made to feel we didn't belong.
Maybe they are just old fuddie duddies who don't like to have fun. Probably a good thing they move. :D

Acceptance takes many forms

I also respect those who respect me. Age has nothing to do with it. Maybe the person with the observation was just having a bad day. Life is about being happy & solving problems. We all have some practice at both. Can't we all just get along?

What is “neighborhood social?” Do you mean doing things together like golf or shows? I think moving to W. Palm has little to do with their immediate neighbors. It’s easier to find another neighborhood within TV than move to another part of the State. Clearly they didn’t find TV to be their cup of tea and they’re leaving. TV is not for everyone and thankfully so. If it were for everyone it would be vertical city with millions rather than 100k.

Curious, does it matter if the people on your block are sociable? I truly never cared if my immediate neighbors were social butterflies or hermits. We all have cars, my neighborhood is Central FL and within Cent. FL I can find people with like interests.

"Neighborhood social" stickball, kick the can, ringolevio, hanging on the street corner, bumper surfing and the like.

melding takes time

Categorizing a person because of their age is foolish, unoriginal and ignorant. There are wonderful people from all age groups and backgrounds. Only a narrow minded person would think a particular age group is judged by a bad few.

I think you are making a blanket accusation.

True dat.

Lol, Gracie

I've met people with mobility issues who can't enjoy a variety of activities.
But often they are still warm, welcoming and friendly neighbors, and they contribute a lot to their community.

More like a sweeping generality - based on reading the sources cited.

We love our manufactured on the original side and each of our villages here and all of the original residents we know here! Neighborly social - or not- they're adorable and respectful.

As a Baby Boomer I take no offense. The Villages does not feel "ruined" to me. I actually can not figure out what spurred this person to feel as they do, but the good news for them is that they are free to move somewhere else where they are more comfortable.:boom:ers.

with over 6,000 'baby boomers' turning 65 east of the Mississippi DAILY where else are they going to go?

Baby Boomers ruining TV ?
 

Ibid.

There is no One Size fits All community. It's a roll of the dice when you move into a neighborhood, especially if it's well established. Folks are set in their way and if you can't accept that it's not their fault.

Baby Boomers ruining TV


And golfers are ruining the golf courses.

It is too bad this couple felt like they had to move away because people here are not friendly, we also have run into rude people but we live in the older section and love it. Most of our neighbors are in their 80's, we are in our early 60's. We don't go from house to house socializing but we meet in the street to clean up oak leaves and help each other out and enjoy the company. You don't have to be the same age to appreciate each other the people that don't want the older people around are not thinking that just in a few short years they will be the older people, hopefully they will not be treated the way they are treating the aged folks now. Most of the friendly people here are in their 80-90's and were taught values and kindness.

I belong to a club where people are selected to speak on various topics. Many friends who are fine people in many ways squirm when one of the older members is chosen to speak. They are missing out on a valuable life gift. The older men have so many memories from a time when life was hard and families where ten children or more. I find it fascinating to hear their stories. Sometimes they apologize for speaking to long, can't be long enough for me. To be a student of life you can't do the talking, you have to listen sometimes! I don't worry to much about neighbors but have had some doozies in my life. All we can do is be a good neighbor and not rock the boat. Figuringitout you made my day. :mademyday:

Ah. I so agree. Sometimes it is best to not have the last word when there are differences in a neighborhood. We have never had words with neighbors, but we have swallowed a few words. I like people in general, all ages, some I am drawn to more than others, but not because of their age. It takes some sensitivity to see the 16 year old trapped inside all of us, the person who wants to do it right and may feel insecure and loves to laugh and to dance.

What a great club! Is it in TV?

Re Boomers - sometimes people leave for various reasons and use a sour grapes excuse.....the majority are wonderful, helpful people here!

Same thing I wondered, no clue what being neighborhood social means.

I do not go to monthly social events at rec centers for trivia or bingo as it is not my thing.

I think I am a good neighbor, I think my neighbors like me as we converse and catch up, but maybe I better check :shocked: