[Maxman]

We've been here five years and love it.

[Skybo]

Originally Posted by outlaw

Based on TOTV and the online news comments/letters, there seem to be a lot of unhappy TVers. Could it be disillusionment in the reality of living here versus the vacation lifestyle visit that sold them on TV? Could it be TV changing from the "friendliest village" to just another overcrowded municipal area with a lot of stressed out people competing for limited resources? Or maybe, it has to do with world politics and global unrest. It's just a sense I have. I'm not sure it even exists. Just wondering if others sense this undercurrent of discontent.

Outlaw, I have a question for you. Are you basing your opinion that there are "a lot" of unhappy Villagers strictly on Internet posts/comments...or have you actually met and talked to unhappy people who live here...such as your neighbors, people you meet, etc.?

[maryanna630]

Please, Rubicon, don't cave now. I, for one, love to read your varied comments and absolutely appreciate you taking the time to post. Variety is the spice of life and I am more than capable of making my own decisions and creating my own happiness in life....don't stop now.

[Chi-Town]

Originally Posted by rubicon

Hi manaboutown: Your comments pass my mind every time this topic reappears. Succinctly, stated you said "don't rain on my parade". And its why I rue the times I responded to this topic. So apparently I am a slow learner but eventually even I can catch on. So now in addition to never discussing politics or religion I will add The Villages to my list because all its going to do is get people to believe that you are just a malcontent; irrespective of the truth about your nature. And a parting thought is that I don't need to live in The Villages to be happy I just need to be living.

To all members of TOTV I pledge upon the penalty of being banished from this forum never to address the topic of The Villages again

Personal Best Regards:

Just like the Terminator, you'll be back.

[dholley76]

We are looking carefully at the Villages and will be there in August to do the lifestyle visit. but in our research, we have heard that due to the continued growth of TV, many of the activities are very crowded, and difficult to get into. One person said that to get into activities like Zumba, or water aerobics, or card games, etc. often one would have to get to the event an hour early and wait in line as they are first come, first served. This is during the snowbird season from Nov. to April, when there are numerous rentals. Can anyone comment on the validity of this statement? Thanks,

[Skybo]

Originally Posted by dholley76

We are looking carefully at the Villages and will be there in August to do the lifestyle visit. but in our research, we have heard that due to the continued growth of TV, many of the activities are very crowded, and difficult to get into. One person said that to get into activities like Zumba, or water aerobics, or card games, etc. often one would have to get to the event an hour early and wait in line as they are first come, first served. This is during the snowbird season from Nov. to April, when there are numerous rentals. Can anyone comment on the validity of this statement? Thanks,

Yes, I would say that is true, for the most popular activities. However, Jan-Mar are actually the busiest months. I wouldn't consider Nov, Dec or even Apr that crowded.

[pbkmaine]

The most crowded class I attend in the winter is yoga. I get there about an hour early, get my card scanned, get a ticket, put my yoga mat in line at the door, then sit and visit with the others who are waiting. A half an hour before the class, the door opens, we put our mats down, stretch and visit some more until the class starts. I am fine with this, considering that the class is free.

[DARFAP]

The 10% rule: 10% of the people do 90% of the complainimg.

[Justus]

Cut the OP some slack, folks. He had a thought and shared it with what he perceived to be open-minded group, in hopes of getting some responsible and thoughtful feedback. Then the killing of the messenger occurred. Is there any wonder that one might hesitate to be so forthcoming in the future?

[F16 1UB]

Originally Posted by dholley76

We are looking carefully at the Villages and will be there in August to do the lifestyle visit. but in our research, we have heard that due to the continued growth of TV, many of the activities are very crowded, and difficult to get into. One person said that to get into activities like Zumba, or water aerobics, or card games, etc. often one would have to get to the event an hour early and wait in line as they are first come, first served. This is during the snowbird season from Nov. to April, when there are numerous rentals. Can anyone comment on the validity of this statement? Thanks,

Water aerobics at COLONY is the least busy from Nov thru Apr and is NO problem getting in. The outside air temps are lower and class rarely fills to capacity of 85 even though the water temps are in the low 80's. Yesterday, July 31st, it was filled by 8:40 AM.....this is coming from the horses fill in the blank. 5 yr instructor at Colony. C ya when you get here.

[outlaw]

Originally Posted by Buffalo Jim

The Truth remains : There are a small minority who live to whine , complain and demand that " there should be a new rule , new law , new regulation because........ of that person`s latest " issue of the day ".

The thing that makes me smile each time is realizing that some poor soul is stuck living 24/7 with such a "PITA " !
I see a large number of " slope shouldered men " walking behind a constantly loud effusive complainer who would appear to be that fellow`s spouse . [ and often appearing to be wearing some of his clothing and using his barber to " style her hair " !!
NOW LET IT RIP !!

It was nice knowing you buffalo.....

[outlaw]

Originally Posted by Skybo

Outlaw, I have a question for you. Are you basing your opinion that there are "a lot" of unhappy Villagers strictly on Internet posts/comments...or have you actually met and talked to unhappy people who live here...such as your neighbors, people you meet, etc.?

I guess it is mainly TOTV and local news comments. Could be squeaky wheel syndrome. Maybe it is the men I see that, because of their age and facial expression, seem like they are mad, unhappy. But when I interact with them, they usually are nice and accommodating. I honestly have only met a couple of people who were nasty or did not seem happy.

[outlaw]

Originally Posted by dholley76

We are looking carefully at the Villages and will be there in August to do the lifestyle visit. but in our research, we have heard that due to the continued growth of TV, many of the activities are very crowded, and difficult to get into. One person said that to get into activities like Zumba, or water aerobics, or card games, etc. often one would have to get to the event an hour early and wait in line as they are first come, first served. This is during the snowbird season from Nov. to April, when there are numerous rentals. Can anyone comment on the validity of this statement? Thanks,

Waiting in line is a fact. The down side to all-you-can-eat buffets is that you always get a lot of people who want everything. A lot of people down here come from bigger, more crowded places. They don't seem to mind waiting in line. I always chuckle when I pass by the sports pools and see the water volleyball people lined up 30 to 45 minutes prior to their activity scheduled time. Here they are; finally retired, and they have to stand in line for 45 minutes just to get a spot. Same with yoga, table tennis, some card games...

[mulligan]

IMHO since I moved here 4 years ago, the developer has failed to match the growth with the amenities. 2,400 clubs sounds real good until somebody actually tries to join one (sorry, we have 161 people on a waiting list). Try for a ( exec) tee-time in February early enough to actually be able to finish before dark. Park within 1/4 mile of a square on market night. Is TV utopia? no Is TV a fairly nice place to live ? You betcha, but it's not as nice as it was 4 years ago.

[mickey100]

Originally Posted by mulligan

IMHO since I moved here 4 years ago, the developer has failed to match the growth with the amenities. 2,400 clubs sounds real good until somebody actually tries to join one (sorry, we have 161 people on a waiting list). Try for a ( exec) tee-time in February early enough to actually be able to finish before dark. Park within 1/4 mile of a square on market night. Is TV utopia? no Is TV a fairly nice place to live ? You betcha, but it's not as nice as it was 4 years ago.

Many people would agree with you, myself included. Its a great place, but not perfect. There are certain compromises to be made.