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Penguin 09-05-2012 11:11 AM
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Originally Posted by mollypeanut (Post 551727)
This is an observation on my part... Every time I go to the pool. I notice that as people enter the pool they kick off their sandles or flip flops... while I understand that maybe someone does not want to walk accros the cement..... I don't think they are thinking about the person who needs to hold the railing to walk down the steps into the water... If the pool is busy there end up to be several pairs of shoes... always around the railing.. so you actually have to navigate the shoes to hold the railing. I am just wondering if anyone else has noticed this...any thoughts??
Just another example of " I'm the only one on this planet" syndrome

ddan32162 09-05-2012 11:51 AM
I leave my crocs by the edge of the pool, but not near the hand rail. I have past issues with plantar faciatis (? sp) and never walk anywhere barefoot. I even feel guilty at leaving them by the side because people walk close to the edge, but . . . and also, the cement does get quite hot. I agree that if you need to wear flipflops and need to use the handrail, then you should move your stuff away from that area so others are also able to use the handrail. It's just common courtesy.

uujudy 09-05-2012 11:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Barefoot (Post 551829)
Oh mollypeanut, I applaud you. You're a very thoughtful person. I've noticed this "shoe collection" by the walk-in rail many times. People with mobility problems may also have vision problems and not realize there are shoes in their way. It's not a huge problem, and just a little thought can make life a bit better for those who use the railing. Good for you for bringing it to people's attention.
Yes, thanks for bringing it to our attention. I've been guilty of doing this in the past, but since you made me aware of it I won't do it again. Thank you. :thumbup:

ohiogolf 09-05-2012 11:55 AM
My wife is disabled and uses a rollator to get around. We try to visit the pool daily and the flip flops at the top of the railing are a problem for her. That said, when folks notice, they are quick to hurry over and move their gear. All is done with a smile and a nod.

Down Sized 09-05-2012 12:10 PM
I don't believe this!!!

BobsLovinTheVillages 09-05-2012 01:03 PM
twisted ankle
 
I had twisted my ankle and had to use the hand rails so i took my shoes off at the side of the pool too. My friend behind me almost tripped over my shoes and hurt her ankle. So we are sorry and it was not at all funny. The blind leading the blind. We still had a great swim.So your post is definitely appreciated and a lesson learned.

mulligan 09-05-2012 01:22 PM
There goes my insurance business.........WWWWAAAAAAYY too much common sense going on here.

wonderboy 09-05-2012 01:39 PM
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Originally Posted by mollypeanut (Post 551727)
This is an observation on my part... Every time I go to the pool. I notice that as people enter the pool they kick off their sandles or flip flops... while I understand that maybe someone does not want to walk accros the cement..... I don't think they are thinking about the person who needs to hold the railing to walk down the steps into the water... If the pool is busy there end up to be several pairs of shoes... always around the railing.. so you actually have to navigate the shoes to hold the railing. I am just wondering if anyone else has noticed this...any thoughts??
Noticed the same thing

Vic&Judy 09-05-2012 02:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Chief X (Post 551774)
Come on people, don't be a heel. Toe the mark. Hmm, hope I didn't just put my foot in my mouth.:shocked:
C'mon, where is your sole????

Bogie Shooter 09-05-2012 02:42 PM
Hard to belive this has gone to 25 posts........................

paulandjean 09-05-2012 04:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Down Sized (Post 551886)
I don't believe this!!!
Get use to it.......................................

ladydoc 09-05-2012 04:25 PM
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Originally Posted by DGx2 (Post 551768)
Life is pretty good in the Villages when sandles left around the pool is a problem.
It is a problem for those of us with severe mobility problems. Just because something does not effect YOU does not mean it is not an issue.

Barefoot 09-05-2012 06:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Down Sized (Post 551886)
I don't believe this!!!
I'm sorry if you find this thread offensive in some way. I think it's a good reminder to people to be a teeny bit more careful.

If you have more compelling issues that need to be discussed, please feel free to start a new thread.

Carmpat 09-05-2012 09:10 PM
I tripped over someone's flip flops the other day but the real problem was the rubber came off the railing at Captiva and I was trying to reach the part of the railing that was covered by the rubber. You are right. The next time I am in the pool, I will do what Connie mentioned. Captiva did fix the railing and put in new rubber.

asianthree 09-06-2012 10:10 PM
leave mine under my chair


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