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Old 11-24-2011, 03:34 PM
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I've noticed that some (but not all) benches along the golf cart paths are decorated for each season. Just curious, who decorates them?
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I THINK that they are donated in memory of a loved one....but I am not sure of that.
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I've noticed that some (but not all) benches along the golf cart paths are decorated for each season. Just curious, who decorates them?
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I THINK that they are donated in memory of a loved one....but I am not sure of that.
I think you're correct Gracie in that they are donated. Our friend that helped us in finding our home in Hadley, was part of a group that donated one in memory of one their group that had recently died. The donors of the benches are probably the same ones who also do the seasonal decorations.
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It is the donor or friend who decorates the bench. Last year around this time Grinches were taking some of the decorations, especially the live potted plants. What to think???!!!!
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It's a very nice touch. I was wondering who was decorating. Now I know.
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In October, husband & I took a trip round the golfcart track. We noticed a few decorated with autumn leaves. When we got to the 466, there was a lady with a bag full of decrations, and she was the lady doing the benches. Very nice too
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I personally do not like to see them decorated, especially with fake stuff. They look beautiful just as they are, and more welcoming bare.
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