[Madelaine Amee]

Originally Posted by robertj1954

I can attest to not being bored and we are under 57 and live in Hacienda South, an established neighborhood. The neighbors/friends are awesome, and we recognize that we are the first of many new baby boomers who will be continuing The Village culture that makes living here so great. It's like having dozens of parents who enjoy sharing their stories and expertise with you.

We looked at the newer Villages in the south and they are very nice and the people living there are great. But, we took the tour found out what we wanted (based upon the available models) and used the bond money (we did not have to pay) to upgrade the previous owned home we purchased at a great price. The result a completely updated designer home in a great neighborhood. Win Win! Take your time choosing and keep an open mind, because regardless of where you choose to live, you will love living here at The Villages! Good Luck!

IMHO this is a GREAT post which really shows what happens in a retirement community - we all age, pass away, go back to family - or do whatever, and our homes are then purchased by younger people who redo our older homes and make them "theirs". You may be the first baby boomers in your area, but the natural attrition rate will make sure you are not the last.

[TraceyMooreRN]

We bought our first home at age 30 and 40. We moved here fulltime at age 38/48. We LOVE IT. Our kids have never lived here- we moved out of Virginia when they were in College. They have no intention to moving to "our" retirement community.

We both work fulltime- so we miss out on a ton of local gatherings for the neighborhood. We are addicted to Water Volleyball, Softball, Golf and just relaxing with new friends!

Welcome!!