[graciegirl]

Just how the times are now. I am explaining where we live even to people who LIVE in Florida, but of course instead of all the good things that happen here daily, the news wires pick up the few isolated things that are negative.


It is the same with news of any kind. The negative, scary, awful, human garbage and natural disasters get air time.


But the fact that all of us live here in this beautiful place mostly enjoying life is not news worthy.


Don't let that keep all of you from having another wonderful day here. Good morning everyone.


Don't ever let anyone rob you of this wonderful day. You owe no apology for enjoying it.

[kittygilchrist]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

Just how the times are now. I am explaining where we live even to people who LIVE in Florida, but of course instead of all the good things that happen here daily, the news wires pick up the few isolated things that are negative.


It is the same with news of any kind. The negative, scary, awful, human garbage and natural disasters get air time.


But the fact that all of us live here in this beautiful place mostly enjoying life is not news worthy.


Don't let that keep all of you from having another wonderful day here. Good morning everyone.


Don't ever let anyone rob you of this wonderful day. You owe no apology for enjoying it.

[Martysmom]

Something else we have to get used to...the sinkhole phenomenon! In Iowa when there was a huge hole in the ground for no reason, we called it a septic tank collapse.

[ilovetv]

Originally Posted by Martysmom

Something else we have to get used to...the sinkhole phenomenon! In Iowa when there was a huge hole in the ground for no reason, we called it a septic tank collapse.

And if we moved to Iowa there would be natural disasters to get used to there, too.

The stereotyping of FL and TV by people in other states who've never even been here is appalling.

[Bogie Shooter]

Full explanation of sink hole causes can be found on this thread,and others..............................not worth repeating all of the arguments on this thread.
What Happens To Property Values in Neighborhoods Near Sinkhole Activity?

[Villageshooter]

Originally Posted by Martysmom

Something else we have to get used to...the sinkhole phenomenon! In Iowa when there was a huge hole in the ground for no reason, we called it a septic tank collapse.

we dont have septic tanks here, we have sink holes! WHEN we do have the big one here, i mean the hole that swallows an entire house, the property values will go down the drain like flushing a toilet! this hole COULD be the start of the BIG one. homes within a mile will have a huge increase in sink hole insurance rates. Just look at your home an draw a circle on the map that covers one mile . That takes in a huge number of homes impacted! These Are facts ! i really feel sorry for the folks in the area of this sinkhole as they have taken a major hit! and most have no idea!

[folkh]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

Just how the times are now. I am explaining where we live even to people who LIVE in Florida, but of course instead of all the good things that happen here daily, the news wires pick up the few isolated things that are negative.


It is the same with news of any kind. The negative, scary, awful, human garbage and natural disasters get air time.


But the fact that all of us live here in this beautiful place mostly enjoying life is not news worthy.


Don't let that keep all of you from having another wonderful day here. Good morning everyone.


Don't ever let anyone rob you of this wonderful day. You owe no apology for enjoying it.

Gracie, once again a well stated post!!! Thank You!!!!

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by Villageshooter

we dont have septic tanks here, we have sink holes! WHEN we do have the big one here, i mean the hole that swallows an entire house, the property values will go down the drain like flushing a toilet! this hole COULD be the start of the BIG one. homes within a mile will have a huge increase in sink hole insurance rates. Just look at your home an draw a circle on the map that covers one mile . That takes in a huge number of homes impacted!

The sky is falling once again.

[sailor47]

What's the big deal!!! Sink holes are a part of Florida as they are in other parts of the country, remember the Corvett plant in Ky. When they happen it's not going to be the end of the world. If it's in your back yard you should know about it or maybe not. Just don't open a post if you don't like the topic.

Sorry I mentioned this sink hole but it is in my back yard/neighborhood and I am concerned. If you find sink holes offensive...well you should.

I am from Kentucky originally and believe it or not I had a sink hole in my yard. It was scary but we were lucky and it did not damage our home. Lots in Ky. are large compared to here so there was room in our yard for the sink hole and our house.
Sink holes will generally not affect home prices nor should it frighten people. They are part of Florida. Please chill.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by sailor47

What's the big deal!!! Sink holes are a part of Florida as they are in other parts of the country, remember the Corvett plant in Ky. When they happen it's not going to be the end of the world. If it's in your back yard you should know about it or maybe not. Just don't open a post if you don't like the topic.

Sorry I mentioned this sink hole but it is in my back yard/neighborhood and I am concerned. If you find sink holes offensive...well you should.

I am from Kentucky originally and believe it or not I had a sink hole in my yard. It was scary but we were lucky and it did not damage our home. Lots in Ky. are large compared to here so there was room in our yard for the sink hole and our house.
Sink holes will generally not affect home prices nor should it frighten people. They are part of Florida. Please chill.

Happy to oblige but the panic and fear aren't caused by you. Sinkholes round about here just cause people to get all nervous and jerky.


We have time to think about things that we didn't use to have time to think about.

[e-flyer]

Originally Posted by sailor47

Sink holes will generally not affect home prices nor should it frighten people.

I don't think most owners in TV will agree with this statement.

[sailor47]

Originally Posted by e-flyer

I don't think most owners in TV will agree with this statement.

They may not agree on this forum but in reality, as long as a sink hole is not on your immediate property or right next door it most likely will be corrected and forgot about.
My point is it will not affect general home sales in The Villages. Yes maybe a home actually dealing with a sink hole. I think if we had 20 to 30 houses with sink hole issues that would cause prices to evaporate. No house would be sold at any price.

[forgan]

The so called "sink hole" was actually a water leak caused by a lightning strike that ruptured the main water line to the sprinkler system. The sand was pushed out of the hole by the geyser that resulted. Not really a sink hole.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by forgan

The so called "sink hole" was actually a water leak caused by a lightning strike that ruptured the main water line to the sprinkler system. The sand was pushed out of the hole by the geyser that resulted. Not really a sink hole.

Not really a sink hole, but.....but....they said.....!
Kinda makes all those opinions worthless...................................
Like I said earlier, don't get your feathers all ruffled.

[jojo]

Would someone please amend the title of this thread so that it is not archived for years to come?