[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by villager joyce

than our jobs are done. Nap time.

Problem solved. Well done TOTVers. Time for a nap. zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

[justjim]

how about plantation shutters for the bedroom? Maybe the neighbor already has them and that would be a perfect way to strike up a conversation.......

[duffysmom]

We installed motion lights and our new neighbor came by and said the lights were shining onto his lanai (rabbits, lots of rabbits setting them off). We adjusted the trajectory of the lights and the problem was solved. Motion lights are inexpensive to buy and easy to install. We appreciated our neighbor letting us know it was a problem and the fix was easy. Personally I miss being able to see the stars with all the light pollution in our world today.

[blueeagle65]

Originally Posted by looneycat

that is what curtains and blinds are for.

[asianthree]

Have to say when I am alone I leave the outside lights on all night. And sad to say sometimes the TV. It's a comfort thing. Our solar lights last till about 3am but dim as the night goes on. Some coming from a big city may need those brights to feel at home

[Skip2MySue]

Spotlight shining into neighbors window or door....Visit Neighbor
Soft glow of light into the sky....Light blocking shades, blinds or shutters
Skip 2

[cquick]

Our neighbors across the street have uplights on their landscaping, but they go off a few hours after dark. I have christmas lights around my screen room, and I have them on timers, too.

Timers are a good idea

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by looneycat

that is what curtains and blinds are for.

I agree, Due to the outside street lighting we put up darker curtains and when we want more light we just open them up I can not control what the community or my neighbors do. too bad I wish I was that important

[queasy27]

Does no one besides me sleep with their windows open?

Being able to circulate some fresh air in trumps any security concerns for me, so a blackout curtain wouldn't help.

But my bedroom is never completely dark these days, anyway, what with the digital clock and various luminous electronics. I leave a towel draped over the modem because it's so blinky.

[gomoho]

I love to leave the windows open when the weather permits. I hate to close my blinds because I like to see outside while I can't sleep at night. I always, always check with a neighbor if something I do outside is bothersome - wind chimes, uplighting, etc. If we could just think about the other guy instead of ourselves this world be such a better place.

[DruannB]

I agree that the neighbor may be unaware. My current next door neighbor put a large light in their front yard that resembles a turn-of-the-century lightpost. It lights up the block. And our bedroom, which is at the front of the house. Their bedroom is at the back, so they didn't realize the light was so bright at night. We mentioned it one night while we were out to dinner together and they put it on a timer, so now it goes off at midnight. We never go to bed before then, so that's fine. Everyone's happy--except the neighbor on the other side of us who still resents the light. He used to be a forest ranger and he loves the dark.

[fred53]

Thinking that posting it here and that would somehow wander to this board and this exact post is not reasonable....nor is it a display of common sense...no offense...

Put up some blinds, shutters or curtains that put the room into darkness even in daytime...that way you'll know they'll block out their lights...

As to approaching them...that should have been done immediately and with a great deal of politeness...believe me when I tell you waiting will only bring a tone into your voice you might not be able to disguise...

[big guy]

Originally Posted by queasy27

Does no one besides me sleep with their windows open?

Being able to circulate some fresh air in trumps any security concerns for me, so a blackout curtain wouldn't help.

But my bedroom is never completely dark these days, anyway, what with the digital clock and various luminous electronics. I leave a towel draped over the modem because it's so blinky.

I can't imagine sleeping with the windows op[en in this heat and humidity.

[Sandtrap328]

The OP did not say if they were acquainted with the folks who have the big night light.

If not, it is a perfect time to invite them over for a glass of wine - and not a glass of "whine". Discuss a timer as a solution. You might find a new set of friends in The Villages.

[graciegirl]

One of the first things our law enforcement officers suggest as a deterrent to crime is keeping the areas around our home lit.