[Shimpy]

Originally Posted by Dr Winston O Boogie jr

Honestly, I couldn't care less if I never saw another parade in my life. They are a total waste of money as far as I'm concerned.

Some people like parades, but as far as I'm concerned, if you've seen one you've seen them all." I came to that conclusion when I was about 5 years old.

[skip0358]

It's just another thing that will disappear. When we came down in 2009 the St. Pats Parade in SS put us over the top at deciding this was the place. We had a ball and met many people also having fun. There was a large crowd. however the place is growing and the squares do load up with to many people. I heard the comments passed last year in LS when the ambulance had to get in for an aided case that things had to change because it wasn't safe anymore.Coming from up a FD up north the parade restrictions and safety requirements were getting costly with the extra PD and EMS people that were required.We had to get town,county and village permits along with permission from local law enforcement.Also businesses along the route had a say if they're business was going to be adversely affected. Never mind the parking and noise issues. I do think it's a shame though that things are starting to change now that build out is getting closer. The dream is changing and I'm sure there's more to come. As another poster stated this is added to the growing list.

[swrinfla]

All of the foregoing distresses me no end!

I came here believing that The Villages really knew how to make this place Paradise!" After nearly 8 years, I still believe that!

But, newcomers seem to be less persuaded! As an "elder," I guess that I have to encourage understanding of the database!

Of course, I must also, I think, acknowledge that I am now approaching my "late 70s," and am, thus, "too old!"

Quite frankly, many of the remarks posted heretofore strike me as pure rumour and thus worthless!

Janet Tutt, District Manager, has repeatedly emphasized that she will quash any unfounded rumor; I think this thread is full of them! I frankly challenge The Administrator to forward the remarks herein to Ms Tutt, asking for her thoughtful comments!

SWR

[Muriel Panico]

At least I was able to participate in the past parades, St Patrick's and Itlaian American parades

[mulligan]

... Ms Tutt has already answered...In the village voice.....The parades will continue...watch for dates and times...

[senior citizen]

Originally Posted by jblum315

I don't care about the parades either. My idea of a parade is marching bands and floats and clowns, not golf carts. And I certainly don't like the idea that you have to get there at 7 a.m. to be able to see a parade that starts at 10.

I AGREE.

It comes with age I think. Been there (a lot) done that (a lot) and we did enjoy it.......who doesn't love seeing a parade through the eyes of their children????

However, apparently this entire discussion was "much ado about nothing" as it now seems they were never being cancelled........or maybe my eyes haven't full adjusted yet........still early in the morning.

[graciegirl]

Alright. Since it says there are gonna be parades continuing on all squares in 2013 in the VHA newsletter and Village07 posted that the entertainment department is now privately owned by the Vesco's and I trust the source of both statements....

I will wait and see if and how it is done.

Yesterday we played a golf course in Chatham and had a sneak peek of buffalo grazing in the field adjacent to that golf course. Some of the girls in our group missed their presence inside of TV and some did not.

Time marches on and change does occur. In the five years since we bought our first home here, the important things to us have remained the same. There are too many people driving and golfing in January, February and March for ultimate happiness but that is the nature of Florida.

I have a letter ready to go to Gary Morse anyday now. I have had more wrinkles appear on my face and my speed exiting from a chair has decreased in the five years we have been here. I am sure it is his fault and I may want my money back.

[pooh]

So true, GG....life is always changing. There are times when things we like to do, see, participate in, change....it's life. Something new comes along that sparks our interest and we move on. Of course, we will always miss what no longer is and the memories become more and more special with each passing day....but we make adjustments to new circumstances.

The parades will continue, people who enjoy them will attend. In years past, some of our neighbors have decorated their carts and drove in the parade. They no longer do. I've been to the parades, enjoyed them, but don't feel I need to see any more. Going to the parades is a sort of rite of passage here in TV....but it is crowded and that may just be a bit unsettling for some.

[senior citizen]

Originally Posted by pooh

So true, GG....life is always changing. There are times when things we like to do, see, participate in, change....it's life. Something new comes along that sparks our interest and we move on. Of course, we will always miss what no longer is and the memories become more and more special with each passing day....but we make adjustments to new circumstances.

The parades will continue, people who enjoy them will attend. In years past, some of our neighbors have decorated their carts and drove in the parade. They no longer do. I've been to the parades, enjoyed them, but don't feel I need to see any more. Going to the parades is a sort or rite of passage here in TV....but it is crowded and that may just be a bit unsettling for some.

Words of wisdom for sure.

It does get down to the CROWDS. And if we were put off by not only the heat and the crowds, parking issues, etc. in our small town in Vermont, population 16,000 souls...........TV's parking and "hoofing it with the chairs" or waiting long hours in the sun for the parade to even start......sounds a bit overwhelming. Maybe the 40 somethings and early 50 retirees don't mind..........but those pushing 70 and beyond might say "been there, done that"......

UNLESS.................each village or village area had it's own small parade.

What would be the population of a "village"..........does anyone know the exact population of their village that they live in?????

The guys in the Rotary and Lions Clubs could round up some clowns or clown outfits............the neighbors could rig up some "floats".......

Or, combine several villages for one larger parade........which still wouldn't be as overwhelming as 80,000 or more folks showing up with no place to park or sit.

[lovesports]

There is a real wide range of the number of homes per "village". Example Sunbury is a small village. Pennecamp is large.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by senior citizen

Words of wisdom for sure.

It does get down to the CROWDS. And if we were put off by not only the heat and the crowds, parking issues, etc. in our small town in Vermont, population 16,000 souls...........TV's parking and "hoofing it with the chairs" or waiting long hours in the sun for the parade to even start......sounds a bit overwhelming. Maybe the 40 somethings and early 50 retirees don't mind..........but those pushing 70 and beyond might say "been there, done that"......

UNLESS.................each village or village area had it's own small parade.

What would be the population of a "village"..........does anyone know the exact population of their village that they live in?????

The guys in the Rotary and Lions Clubs could round up some clowns or clown outfits............the neighbors could rig up some "floats".......

Or, combine several villages for one larger parade........which still wouldn't be as overwhelming as 80,000 or more folks showing up with no place to park or sit.

do you really think any of this makes sense?? Parades in each village............

[Here2Stay]

Typical of the Morris Family, unless they can make a penny off anything...they cancel events...rather sad...I am all for heading over to the New Square, where most of the NEW home sales are happening, and walk with a sign...bet that will get their attention

[mulligan]

you'll need a parade permit

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by Here2Stay

Typical of the Morris Family, unless they can make a penny off anything...they cancel events...rather sad...I am all for heading over to the New Square, where most of the NEW home sales are happening, and walk with a sign...bet that will get their attention

There is one R in Morse and no Pee in Lake Sumter.

[Patty55]

Originally Posted by Here2Stay

Typical of the Morris Family, unless they can make a penny off anything...they cancel events...rather sad...I am all for heading over to the New Square, where most of the NEW home sales are happening, and walk with a sign...bet that will get their attention

I don't know these people and certainly don't speak on their behalf but I don't think money is their motivation. IMO, at this point they are addicted to success and having fun.