[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by RickeyD

Are you Dennis or Mr. Wilson ?

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

[Polar Bear]

Originally Posted by billethkid

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...

Yep. Which is not at all unusual.

[rubicon]

Originally Posted by dewilson58

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

Kids. geezzz

[Bonny]

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.

[rubicon]

Acceptance takes many forms

[Nucky]

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?

[Retiring]

Originally Posted by RickeyD

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.

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.

[RickeyD]

Originally Posted by Retiring

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.

[Greg Nelson]

melding takes time

[fred53]

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.

[CFrance]

Originally Posted by njbchbum

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.

I think you are making a blanket accusation.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by fred53

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.

True dat.

[CassieInVa]

Lol, Gracie

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by 2BNTV

If one is in decent shape and enjoys all of TV has to offer, I don't see a problem.

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.

[njbchbum]

Originally Posted by CFrance

I think you are making a blanket accusation.

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.