[Bilyclub]

The OP must have a fondness for Mr. Potter of Bedford Falls.

Right now we love where we are , but situations change as do neighbors. Doesn't hurt to know what's going on.

[DrHitch]

It's human nature to build walls...

Naperville IL is about the same size as The Villages....as that town grew, people always asked "which side of Rt. XXX are you on?"....that town is now almost a suburb commute to downtown Chicago.

Same holds true as The Villages consumes central Florida.

BUT...it's plain gracious humanity to let each of us choose freely and to identify ourselves with our family, neighborhood, town, county, state, and country ....oh, and which planet too...those darned Martians are out of control

[LeRoySmith]

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby

The irony is the vast number of younger folks visiting mom/dad or the grandparents, who are LOVING those golf cart rides. Villagers are teaching their families what a "leisurely" drive really means, every time they visit. And the families are totally into it. When it's time for those kids and grands to retire, they'll already know what the joy of riding in a golf cart means.

The developers need to maintain that "specialness" of the experience. And yes that includes the little stop-off spots where you can park your cart and enjoy a brown-bag or take-out meal with friends at a picnic table, in the shade of a water oak.

When I ride down to Sumter from the Historic Section, I go past the 466/Morse intersection and under the first tunnel - then on the way to the second tunnel there's a little side-lot with space for a dozen golf carts. I often see people there, sitting together to enjoy a meal under the shade of the trees. There are picnic tables at Paradise Park too, on my side of 441, but I don't see them getting as much use as that other one closer to Sumter.

There are lots of little spots like that throughout The Villages and it'd be sad to learn that the developer isn't going to provide any for the new areas.

As we are cruising around on our cart we often comment on what a great spot they failed to take advantage of. I think in the last week we've noticed 8 or 10 places they could put a small parking lot and some picnic tables and a few benches. They've done a great job as is but I would like to see a few more. Of course it all costs money and they have to strike a balance. Some of the giant oaks are begging for a bench it picnic table.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by LeRoySmith

As we are cruising around on our cart we often comment on what a great spot they failed to take advantage of. I think in the last week we've noticed 8 or 10 places they could put a small parking lot and some picnic tables and a few benches. They've done a great job as is but I would like to see a few more. Of course it all costs money and they have to strike a balance. Some of the giant oaks are begging for a bench it picnic table.

Depending on where these neat places are it could be we and not they picking up the tab.

[LeRoySmith]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

Depending on where these neat places are it could be we and not they picking up the tab.

Based on the huge maintenance fee increase I'm confident who is paying for this stuff (ok, not as big as it was going to be but they will catch up next year).

[buster21]

I look forward to her responses the most!

[Normal]

Originally Posted by Gpsma

TV is just becoming a sprawling suburb

Totally Agree!

[Mleeja]

Do I care? Depends on the topic. I live north of 466. Because of our CCD structure and shared maintenance costs, I care that the newer areas are successful. I care that the new business are successful. The people who purchase homes need places to go for entertainment and dining. It is nice to take a road trip down to Edna’s a couple of times per year. If a new restaurant opens which offers good food and service we would probably go south to give it a try. I don’t care about the golf courses south of 44. Probably will not find me there. Don’t care about the entertainment at Sawgrass grove. For that matter Brownwood either. Don’t care about the people crying about folks from “down south” clogging up restaurants, golf courses, etc.

[Pinball wizard]

Originally Posted by Kenswing

Simple solution. Quit watching Don’s videos. Quit reading threads with topics you’re not interested in. Venture out and try to find something you enjoy. This site just might not be for you.

[yankygrl]

Originally Posted by Gpsma

For those who live north of 44..or north of 466a..or maybe north of 466….do you really care what is being built south of 44.

Are you tired of Don Wiley,s videos? Or those that just moved in south of 44 extolling that they now have found pardise?

Good for them..enjoy your new home and lifestyle.

But, peraonally, i dont care what is being built south of 44…many people north of 44 dont care what is being built a half hour or more drive from them.
Up north..did you care what was being built? Harldy

Enough already..no one cares anymore..TV is just becoming a sprawling suburb

I have no need to go south of 44…I have on a few occasions but grudgingly. Everything I need is basically between 466 and 44.