[Byte1]

Originally Posted by RodSheets

Rules are rules. Change the rule or abide.

Or not.
As I read the many comments in this thread, I see a lot of FEAR.

I think I will eat lunch and mow my lawn.

[golfing eagles]

Originally Posted by GrumpyOldMan

I pretty much agree. I think the point of the covenant is to help maintain property values. A rusty car up on blocks would be a problem, a pole dancer made out of LEDs on a flag pole would be a problem. But, birds, crosses, small fountains, etc. are not a problem.

Whatever the cross represents is not relevant, since it is an article of faith. That there are so many people that feel compelled to complain constantly is just sad.

Just one question: WHO decides which "ornaments" are and are not a "problem"?

[Rose Ann Vinci Igoe]

Its not the Cross, its where its placed. Just relocate the cross, problem solved.

[Challenger]

Originally Posted by asianthree

Yet so many swear clipboard trolls don’t exist. Now you have it in writing, yes they do.

Thankful for persistent Trolls. If you don't break the rules , Trolls have nothing to report.

[La lamy]

I don't have a problem with crosses, but seeing one on a lawn always makes me think someone was buried there. It's certainly not any cause for me to complain about, but I do find it very unusual.

[Sherry8bal]

The only reason this is happening is because there is some busybody in that neighborhood who complained. Who in this world would complain about one small white cross - is it what it represents that bothers them so bad? Shameful. Only anonymous complaints are addressed by the District and someone in that area is a sad and sorry individual.

[asianthree]

Originally Posted by Challenger

Thankful for persistent Trolls. If you don't break the rules , Trolls have nothing to report.

Read post #69

[Retiring]

I’m new to TV, what is this push for white crosses in the yard? I’m a devout Catholic and would love to have a statue in my yard. BUT, I don’t need a statue or cross in the yard to live my faith. Maybe someone can give me a short history of this phenomenon. Is it required by one of our sister protestant denominations? Is it a grave marker for a buried pet? Is it simply a way to express your “freedom of speech?” I wear a crucifix around my neck 24/7, my personal reminder of the Passion of Christ. I have a rosary cd in my car, which is used as a private/personal prayer aid. I don’t understand the “need” for white crosses in the yard. I understand it would be nice if we were permitted but you can witness by your everyday interaction with people. As St. Francis said, “Preach the Gospel always, and if necessary, use words”

[Byte1]

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

Just one question: WHO decides which "ornaments" are and are not a "problem"?

Just a thought, but why not have a panel? How much difficulty could that be? I have seen many traffic violations and small misdemeanors excused by the judge even though there was NO doubt the person was guilty of the violation. Surely, some leeway can be found in this matter. Makes no difference to me. If they come around tomorrow and tell me that I am in violation, I will put my garden gnome away...

Some on here would rather a 💩 because that is legal.

[Byte1]

Originally Posted by La lamy

I don't have a problem with crosses, but seeing one on a lawn always makes me think someone was buried there. It's certainly not any cause for me to complain about, but I do find it very unusual.

You were joking, right? Sorry, I didn't get it.
When I see a cross around someones neck, I automatically wonder if someone died......not. I assume that I am speaking to a person of faith that is not embarrassed to show it. Maybe not, but I doubt if an atheist would wear a silver or gold cross around their neck.

Personally, I believe folks should worry about what actually might effect their lives rather than something that others are doing that you do not agree with. I don't like yellow painted homes. I don't own a yellow painted home so it does not bother me if someone else has a yellow painted home.

I guess I am just older than some on here, or maybe I have seen things that really make a difference in the world that makes disputing over a tiny little white cross that gives comfort to some, to be just a petty little nothing. That's right, fighting over what someone has in their yard is NOTHING. It is a waste of time, energy and breathable air.

[Velvet]

Originally Posted by Byte1

You were joking, right? Sorry, I didn't get it.

No she wasn’t. I thought the same thing.

On another note, my “white cross” is within my heart where the only “person” who needs to see it, does.

[Spalumbos62]

Originally Posted by jimkerr

If you don’t like the lawn ornament rules just move to the historic side. You can do whatever you want there apparently. I’ve seen cars on blocks with junk all over bushes that the homeowner was using as a table. He had rags, car parts, brooms, all on top of his bushes.

When we rented up there it easily swayed us to move south.

I'm glad you did.

[Byte1]

Originally Posted by Velvet

No she wasn’t. I thought the same thing.

On another note, my “white cross” is within my heart where the only “person” who needs to see it, does.

Great.
Sorry if I do not understand how anyone would think there was a body buried in someone's front yard. Of course, folks come from all different states and countries to the Villages, so maybe that is part of one's culture where they come from. Even when I am at a VA cemetery, when I see a white cross I think of what it really represents. Since HIS death and resurrection does not have meaning to some, I will not elaborate on what it means to me when I see a cross. However, I have never thought of a possible grave in someone's yard. Then again, just because I have never seen anyone buried in someone's front yard in my travels around the world, it does not mean it doesn't happen.
Does a pine tree in someone's front yard make folks believe that Santa is buried there?

Time to rustle up some dinner. I have accomplished much today and still obtained my daily entertainment on here. Thank you, ALL and God Bless you.

[Spalumbos62]

Originally Posted by Byte1

Great.
Sorry if I do not understand how anyone would think there was a body buried in someone's front yard. Of course, folks come from all different states and countries to the Villages, so maybe that is part of one's culture where they come from. Even when I am at a VA cemetery, when I see a white cross I think of what it really represents. Since HIS death and resurrection does not have meaning to some, I will not elaborate on what it means to me when I see a cross. However, I have never thought of a possible grave in someone's yard. Then again, just because I have never seen anyone buried in someone's front yard in my travels around the world, it does not mean it doesn't happen.
Does a pine tree in someone's front yard make folks believe that Santa is buried there?

Time to rustle up some dinner. I have accomplished much today and still obtained my daily entertainment on here. Thank you, ALL and God Bless you.

I don't remember who said this to me, but when shopping for our home I noticed all these crosses on the lawns and inquired about it.. I was told it was bc the person lost a loved one... which made total sense in a senior living community. If that is correct, then how low can a person go to request it be moved.

[Ben Franklin]

None of these gnomes are taller than 8 inches. Hope you don't mind them in my front yard. ;-)