[katerogers]

In these last few posts everyone seems so sad. None of us have reached this age without having both wonderful and horrible memories. I would like to think that there is something for everyone in TV - For those with great memories of a marriage cut short or those - for which I am the poster boy - where the wounds are just too fresh to be willing to even consider another relationship. But for each of these memories and all those in between, isn't is possible to take from TV what best fits your current needs? From everything I've read about getting over the death of a spouse or that kind of death a divorce creates - and I've been through both - the best way to get through it and to come out pretty healthy in the end is 1. Make lots of friends, 2. Keep busy 3. Get a facelift - that last one is just on my wish list

Katie

[chachacha]

of course you are right, kate! and all those things can be accomplished here in the bubble, even #3.

[kittygilchrist]

this just in from newbie single reporter, Miss Kitty...
I'm finding it very easy to find male and female friends and go as a pack to dance events, and I hope somebody wants to see Iron Man. If I wanted a relationship, I could find that easily too, nevermind the buzz about ratio...
Finding a life love is another matter, I haven't had the knack for that, so it would be a huge surprise if that happened. btw that isn't sad, it's just true.
grateful to...Dianne/cha, loaned me her friends to get me started...and her hospitality...she's my hero...sorry Tony Stark....Cha rocks!

[katerogers]

Actually, the inside info I've gleaned from this thread has my curiosity peaked. Thanks to Kathie I finally learned what a 'nurse' with a 'purse' means - I'm embarrassed to admit, I had no idea what you guys were talking about. I'd love for some guy try that one on me. And the other is the whole 'entitlement' thing that was brought up early in the thread and Kitty just alluded to.

I can't wait for the opportunity to respond to that come on. Are there any more of these expressions unique to TV? Sorry, guys. I don't mean to be picking on you. I know that you can't label all men game players. It's just that all this is new to me. If there are more behaviors in the single world that have resulted in a 'name' unique to that behavior, I'd like to learn them- and it could be women who are game players, for all I know - but, as they say 'knowledge is power'...

Katie

[kittygilchrist]

Katie, I didn't mean to say anything about entitlement..
I'm pleasantly surprised at how many nice new friends I am finding of both sexes. It is necessary to have a partner at dances and I've found a couple of guys for that. I don't think it's beneficial to approach living here on the defensive. and not really possible to know how being here will feel until you are here.
I like it better than I thought I would. Not only is there something to do and somewhere to go all the time, there are nice people to make friends with.

[katerogers]

There's nothing wrong with being prepared. Fool me once and all that...

[RickinMinnesota]

Greetings all. TV is on my list of places for retirement. I can retire in the next 3-4 years. I would like to use my vacation time to plan my retirement. Born, raised and now working until retirement in MN. I am looking forward to retiring to a warm place. Had more than foot of snow this year in May!!!! Single for a few years, got one son, he is doing great. In great health, very active, have taken up running, run marathons last 3 years (and many shorter races), running groups at TV? I am in a position to take a couple weeks off in either Dec or Jan. Is this a good time to visit TV and get a real feel?

[asianthree]

Originally Posted by RickinMinnesota

Greetings all. TV is on my list of places for retirement. I can retire in the next 3-4 years. I would like to use my vacation time to plan my retirement. Born, raised and now working until retirement in MN. I am looking forward to retiring to a warm place. Had more than foot of snow this year in May!!!! Single for a few years, got one son, he is doing great. In great health, very active, have taken up running, run marathons last 3 years (and many shorter races), running groups at TV? I am in a position to take a couple weeks off in either Dec or Jan. Is this a good time to visit TV and get a real feel?

You can get a rental in December much easier for two weeks than January

[KathieI]

Yes, Rick, you should try to come in Dec. (as Asianthree says, it will be harder to get a rental in Jan but Dec might be easier). There are a few sites that you can go on to find the rentals. I'm not sure about running clubs, but many people run here on the city streets. Good luck and let us singles know when your coming...

[katerogers]

Welcome Rick from MN. You've been given good advice. Finding a reasonable rental after December is tough. I too am making a trip down to see what the Villages is all about and to meet all the friends I've made through this thread and others - Everyone is very supportive and willing to make the transition easy. I'm sure you'll enjoy your vacation.

Katie

[Sunny08]

Originally Posted by KathieI

ditto!!!

Double Ditto!!

[kittygilchrist]

Rick, do you know how to send a private message? I might have a deal for you for a december rental if you'll pm me I'll send more info.
Kitty

[RickinMinnesota]

Originally Posted by kittygilchrist

Rick, do you know how to send a private message? I might have a deal for you for a december rental if you'll pm me I'll send more info.
Kitty

Hi Kitty, I would be interested Dec 15 - 20. Not able to take as much time in Dec as I was hoping this year.

[eddiemac]

Originally Posted by kittygilchrist

I'd like to meet singles a few at a time so I really get to know you. I'm thinking of hosting small gatherings, not for the hundreds. Would you who are reading be interested in coming to my home?

That sounds fun

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[sharonga]

My daughter is 35 and has a 6 year old daughter. She followed her dad and I here. She came with a mate and he is no longer in her life. She works in The Villages and lives 10 minutes away. She has no social life whatsoever. She is so unhappy here and wants to go back up north. Where do young people go to meet others, or do they?