[WVMtnBoy]

Here's a few more!!!

[WVMtnBoy]

Here's the last ones!

[WVMtnBoy]

Originally Posted by A-4 Skyhawk

THE MAYOR OF GILCHRIST (209 & 210) WAS ELECTED THE GOVERNOR OF GILCHRIST TONIGHT

Some people reported that he spent his evening handing out money to buy his way into the position. It looks like the "Governor" will be replacing his current staff. Money talks in Gilchrist.

Contrary to what the venerable A-4 has posted...no money was handed out last night that originated in the village kitty. All money disbursed was the result of a 50/50 drawing. The Mayor merely drew the tickets and the Honorable Mr. Bacon handled all of the funds. The mayors hands never touched the money!!!

The promotion to Governor was, while flattering, not expected or even really wanted (being mayor is enough work). The only sweetener in the pot was that I was advised that the financial compensation for the position has been doubled (what's 2x0= ??????)

To quote a famous (or infamous) former American president..."I am not a crook!"

[Jayhawk]

Originally Posted by WVMtnBoy

Okay, for all of your out of towners here's some pics of the Pot Luck dinner that was held at the Bradenton Rec Center last night. I think that the coordinators were a little overwhelmed at the response they received. But, our thanks go out to Claire & the Euclid Terrace group who organized and put on the event!!!

WOW, looks like everyone had a great time !!

[batman911]

Looks like a full house at the party, which reminds me that I need to move all these boxes so we can get moved to TV. Using one of the empty bedrooms for storage as we pack. I believe one POD will be sufficient. Attic, kitchen and closets are almost empty. That leaves my office and the garage. Moving is becoming a full time job.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Originally Posted by WVMtnBoy

I do believe that all has been forgiven regarding the errant 10 iron shot even though it did cost me a Coor Light at Havana Country Club after the round. Fortunately the ball hit the clubs mounted behind the cart and not the cart itself. I was afraid that I was going to have to ask Jimbo to come back home to do the body work for a good price!!!

So this morning the Flintstones, Mrs. A-4 and I hit the links at Bonita Pass. Was a beautiful morning until we got to the last hole and Mrs. Flintstone launched a ball off a pitching wedge into the Sumbrella of my golf cart. We had a good laugh with some comments about the Governor's 10 iron assault on Tin Can Man's cart. Mrs. Flintstone chalked up her cue and proceeded to launch her next shot into the undercarriage of the same cart. All we heard was a long series of ricochets' under the cart and the ball disappeared. As Mrs. Flintstone was walking to the back of my cart to look for her ball, several seconds later, all of a sudden, as she puts it, "the cart pooped my ball out" on to the ground at her feet. This rash of golf cart attacks is getting a little crazy.
P.S. . . . . . the cart is okay and breakfast afterwards was great.

[chiefrose]

It is starting to look like golf is almost as dangerous as pickleball!

[WVMtnBoy]

Originally Posted by A-4 Skyhawk

So this morning the Flintstones, Mrs. A-4 and I hit the links at Bonita Pass. Was a beautiful morning until we got to the last hole and Mrs. Flintstone launched a ball off a pitching wedge into the Sumbrella of my golf cart. We had a good laugh with some comments about the Governor's 10 iron assault on Tin Can Man's cart. Mrs. Flintstone chalked up her cue and proceeded to launch her next shot into the undercarriage of the same cart. All we heard was a long series of ricochets' under the cart and the ball disappeared. As Mrs. Flintstone was walking to the back of my cart to look for her ball, several seconds later, all of a sudden, as she puts it, "the cart pooped my ball out" on to the ground at her feet. This rash of golf cart attacks is getting a little crazy.
P.S. . . . . . the cart is okay and breakfast afterwards was great.

Looks like Sue & I need to become partners!!!

Serves you right, A-4, for making fun of your beloved Mayor!!!

At least I didn't try to hit Mike like Jimbo tried to bean me with a fairway shot!!!

[jimbo2012]

Originally Posted by WVMtnBoy

At least I didn't try to hit Mike like Jimbo tried to bean me with a fairway shot!!!

Wait a minute I missed U on purpose!!!!!

[junction29]

Originally Posted by jimbo2012

Wait a minute I missed U on purpose!!!!!

Thank you for posting the pictures Your Governership, it looks like the pot luck was a fun night despite the crowds!

We appear to be missing all the fun on the golf courses, mind we have been having fun our selves.

Yesterday we set off to play 18 holes on a top private course over here and as you would expect in an English summer, it started to rain by Hole 5, and despite raincoats and umbrella's (standard kit over here), by Hole 9 we were soaked and gave up, plus my back was killing me dragging the golf trolley up and down the hills!

I think the Florida Sunshine has thinned our blood for this wet cold weather.

To even consider Jimbo would countenance assault by a golf ball or even near miss by accident, he is much too good a player to miss a shot he is aiming for - honest.

[GilchristCruisers]

Originally Posted by junction29

Thank you for posting the pictures Your Governership, it looks like the pot luck was a fun night despite the crowds!

We appear to be missing all the fun on the golf courses, mind we have been having fun our selves.

Yesterday we set off to play 18 holes on a top private course over here and as you would expect in an English summer, it started to rain by Hole 5, and despite raincoats and umbrella's (standard kit over here), by Hole 9 we were soaked and gave up, plus my back was killing me dragging the golf trolley up and down the hills!

I think the Florida Sunshine has thinned our blood for this wet cold weather. :cold

To even consider Jimbo would countenance assault by a golf ball or even near miss by accident, he is much too good a player to miss a shot he is aiming for - honest.

Dave say all British golf balls are waterproof so there's no excuse for quitting. He also says it never rains on the "BACK" nine.

We miss our Royal pundits. Come home soon.

[jimbo2012]

ANDY.............

Raincoats????

I guess those "American English" lessons R paying off, when U were here U called them "waterproofs"

keep up the lessons, that way folks here will think U live here for years.

Now as far Rusty, I told him time and again not to stand in front of a player.......but no his name is Rusty so he can do what he wants, screw the rules.

Anyway I missed him by at least 2"


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[A-4 Skyhawk]

Originally Posted by WVMtnBoy

Looks like Sue & I need to become partners!!!

Serves you right, A-4, for making fun of your beloved Mayor!!!

At least I didn't try to hit Mike like Jimbo tried to bean me with a fairway shot!!!

I HAVE A HARD HAT AND A CUP FOR WHEN JIMBO GETS BACK. I'll give up my cart to protect myself from his attack. He was getting PRETTY GOOD before he took off for up north, but I'm guessing the layoff will hurt his game / accuracy and our safety.

[jimbo2012]

Haaaa, played 18 in cool NY yesterday, can't let U guys get the edge.

[BerbG]

Originally Posted by Schaumburger

WVMtnBoy, Welcome to TOTV! I hope your move to the Village of Gilchrist goes smoothly! Read and post on TOTV as it has a wealth of info. about moving to and living in The Villages.

Congratulations on your choice of Gilchrist and the Zinnia. I did both as well, and it's a great place to live and my home is wonderful too.
Good luck!
Barb