[DougB]

I agree with jhrc

[jannd228]

Originally Posted by floridanative17

???

The people who post here are kind, courteous, and friendly

Be happy, you are able to be retired at a young age and live in a wonderful community, maybe you should change your outlook from all about "me" to all about "we"

[jimmer]

I am 49 and have lived here for 4 years. I too have been profiled at the rec centers. It does bother me. It does help me understand what minority people in this country have gone threw. Being a white male and growing up in a white northern town, It has helped me grow.
PS - I have noticed it decreasing over the years. I am sure when all the developers advertising stops after "build out" it will further improve.

[rockyisle]

I see our group got a little out of control and now the administrator has taken down Gracie's new thread post. To you, our Florida Native - I say thank you very much for your service to our country. I would hope that most of us are happy to have you here in TV to share your retirement dollars and youth.
My brother (53) and his wife(45) purchased a home here this spring because they have loved the lifestyle that only TV can give. Unfortunately, that does bring with it some amazing discriminatory comments - especially toward his working wife - who is still contributing to our social security system so those of us who have retired can continue to receive our checks each month. She is always carded and definitely snide comments are made by older women on being too young to be here. I've witnessed it myself.
Reading is fundamental (read your contracts before you purchase) and perception is reality for some. I'm also guessing that some of our senior contributors have conveniently forgotten that we have a "family village" here as well. Without younger people around us, there would be no one to serve them their drinks at the bar each night or card them at Publix.

[k2at]

This problem will pass with time.

[NECHFalcon68]

Originally Posted by floridanative17

My mother is Miccosukee, and was less than willing to move to a "Carpetbagger" community than I, being from the Indian Reservation in Collier County and all.

Thanks for your service, but the use of the term "Carpetbagger" sort of puts a damper on your post.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by rockyisle

I see our group got a little out of control and now the administrator has taken down Gracie's new thread post. To you, our Florida Native - I say thank you very much for your service to our country. I would hope that most of us are happy to have you here in TV to share your retirement dollars and youth.
My brother (53) and his wife(45) purchased a home here this spring because they have loved the lifestyle that only TV can give. Unfortunately, that does bring with it some amazing discriminatory comments - especially toward his working wife - who is still contributing to our social security system so those of us who have retired can continue to receive our checks each month. She is always carded and definitely snide comments are made by older women on being too young to be here. I've witnessed it myself.
Reading is fundamental (read your contracts before you purchase) and perception is reality for some. I'm also guessing that some of our senior contributors have conveniently forgotten that we have a "family village" here as well. Without younger people around us, there would be no one to serve them their drinks at the bar each night or card them at Publix.

Just to set the record straight. I don't drink. I bought wine for a party at Publix a couple of weeks ago and jokingly said...AREN'T you going to card me? They did. I'm good.

I really thought it was someone pulling our collective legs. I am sorry for my snarky remarks.

[Cantwaittoarrive]

Maybe we should start a group of young retirees. I don't mind the comments and questioning I just figure they are jealous they couldn't retire young.

[JP]

Pretty odd thread in general. Me thinks there are issues at play.

[floridanative17]

Originally Posted by JP

Pretty odd thread in general. Me thinks there are issues at play.

And what is your theory? I am interested in your reply.

[DianeM]

I think it's a smart move for a younger person who is retired to live here. There's lots to do and a potentially profitable home ownership experience. I embrace younger people. They keep me in the loop with what's current and prevent becoming stuck in a mindset.

[floridanative17]

Originally Posted by NECHFalcon68

Thanks for your service, but the use of the term "Carpetbagger" sort of puts a damper on your post.

A poor choice of words on my part. But the term was used to indicate that there was a time, not too long ago, that Southerners were not as accepting of our new neighbors from the North. And yes, I recognize the irony of the term with regards to this thread, and apologize for it's use.

[nitehawk]

I know how you feel when i went to college at 14 years old - i felt out of place i thought about quitting and joining the service but i did not---if i only know what a great job the military can be

[quirky3]

When I finally get to TV, if I were lucky enough to have this happen to me more than once, I would give them a beaming smile and say "Thank you!" And if they asked to see my TV ID, I would give them a wink and say, "I'll show you mine if you show me yours!", then walk away.

[floridanative17]

Most of the comments on this thread have been positive in nature, thank you for the good karma. It gives one food for thought, maybe the problems I am having are just a result of running into the wrong people and possibly giving them a bad vibe. Maybe I am beign overly sensitive and should care less what they think and just go on with life.