[junction29]

Originally Posted by Jayhawk

We had our toast at the designated time. Not the same as being there but the anticipation brings a smile

Here is the photo our Villages agent took of our new home. We are on Regency, #2925 (210.65).

See you all soon !

Ed and Eloise Waller
Overland Park, Kansas

What a hansome couple you guys make in front of your new home.
Look forward to meeting you when we get back.

Well done on doing the toast and telling us on the forum.

[Twinspin60]

Originally Posted by junction29

Well that's it,

The Goodbybration is over and what a great night it turned out to be.

It is really great (nearly said 'Fabulous' then) that some of you 'Absent Friends' joined us in the toast and posted it on the thread.

That just shows everyone what a great, friendly and fun group we all are, with the sense of comaraderie, whereever we might be residing at the time.

As well as saying goodbye and the hugs and kisses, we had two presentations, one to our neighbourhood cleanup champion, Mike, who was awarded the 'Order of the Can' for his selfless devotion to the cleanliness of the neighbourhood when he is walking Beau.

Lady Wendy was supposed to read out the citation to Mike, but didn't bring her reading glasses and could'nt see a thing and when asked why she hadn't brought them replied "I can see the Wine Glass well enough to see when it needs refilling"

The Lady Mayoress stepped in and read the citation wonderfully.

The second one was to Hotrodgirl, who was awarded a security certificate to present to her new friend Mick, who saw first hand the craziness of this new neighbourhood.

We are trully in awe of this wonderful place, you will all be missed and we will be back as soon as we can

Ditto on that--and it was nice to see everyone again and be made to feel so welcome and at home. Safe travels next week and come back "home" real soon as we'll miss you both!

[GilchristCruisers]

Originally Posted by WVMtnBoy

Hi Everyone! There has been a lot going on in GillyLand the last few days. Lots of new neighbors moving in and a few neighbors traveling north and far, far east. The neighborhood continues to grow and it's still the best one around.

On Thursday, Janice and I hosted an 82nd birthday for the youngest Mum in Gilchrist, Sally. She turned 82 years old on May 9th and we actually surprised her with a party. I've attached some pictures to celebrate the event.

Wonderful get together. Great friends. A few libations. A bit of food. What more could you ask for?

[WVMtnBoy]

Originally Posted by CalcTeacher

Well...actually, this is pretty good news for me! When I arrive there permanantly at the end of June you won't see evidence of the massive amounts of toilet paper I'm bringing with me...I will be able to hold my head high. Be safe and return quickly!

Oh, not to worry. We now have security cameras strategically mounted to monitor the upcoming TP shortage that's bound to hit town when Calc comes to town and to see how much she tries to sneak into her home!!!

[WVMtnBoy]

Thanks to Pat Lauer for the picture taken when Mike Roberts was inducted into the Order of The Tin Can.

That's just one of the things I love about this place. Someone is always bound to have a camera!!!

So here is the end of the ceremony featuring Lady Wendy, The Mayor, The Tin Can Man, The Lady Mayoress and Sir John.

[Heavenstobetsy]

Well - the first week after closing is over. It went by so fast with all the "projects"- blinds, gutters, appliance delivery, furniture deliveries, etc.
We even started painting the rooms .....

Sorry we missed the celebration on Saturday- sounds like it was another great time.

Happy Mother's Day to all the great MOM's i have met this week.

Betsy

[bgonzen]

Fellow Gillylanders:

Nancy and I have been so busy with her dads house that we have been totally absent of checking the forum. It looks like you all are having a great time in our absence!!!

Mike congratulations on your award, we are duly impressed. Andy you need to chose your battles more carefully with the alligators.

We can't wait to get back to Gillyland to see what all has transpired since we left at the Ed of April. Looking forward to seeing all of you who we have met and those of you who we have not yet met.

Have a great summer and we hope to be back the end of July or early August.

Please keep the lights on for us.

Bob & Nancy Gonzenbach
1444 Hillstream Street

[Yankee Quilter]

Originally Posted by Heavenstobetsy

Well - the first week after closing is over. It went by so fast with all the "projects"- blinds, gutters, appliance delivery, furniture deliveries, etc.
We even started painting the rooms .....

Sorry we missed the celebration on Saturday- sounds like it was another great time.

Happy Mother's Day to all the great MOM's i have met this week.

Betsy

Been trying to figure out if you are there or not! Waving from the lanai!

[Doug Gardner]

Rock Chalk! Looks like there are at least three Jayhawks in Gilchrist! Check us out at 3118 Dafoe terrace.
Doug and Kathy

[SMills]

Originally Posted by SpicyCajunPugs

WELCOME TO YOU !! We are also moving in 214 on the corner of Olustee and Vicksburg Ave...we closed April 10th and will be permanent residents full time beginning May 16 and would luv to meet you guys. We have been in about once a week taking care of after market stuff, but have had fun visiting the last several months and can't wait until we settle. We like parties and socializing also so hope to meet you guys soon.

Bruce and Marcy

Jim and I are coming down July 6, arriving at The Villages on the 7th for a quick week of design meetings. We hope to meet you all and share a glass or two. Hope all is going well with your move. Looking forward to seeing everyone, making new friends and building our dream home. Be well, hope to hear from you when you have the time. Regards, Sharon

[SpicyCajunPugs]

Originally Posted by SMills

Jim and I are coming down July 6, arriving at The Villages on the 7th for a quick week of design meetings. We hope to meet you all and share a glass or two. Hope all is going well with your move. Looking forward to seeing everyone, making new friends and building our dream home. Be well, hope to hear from you when you have the time. Regards, Sharon

You have a deal...there seems to be a lot of nice people moving in and around our little corner of the village world, isn't there?

[GilchristCruisers]

Originally Posted by Doug Gardner

Rock Chalk! Looks like there are at least three Jayhawks in Gilchrist! Check us out at 3118 Dafoe terrace.
Doug and Kathy

Or as others on Facebook are fond of posting after a victory: RCJH!!!!

[WVMtnBoy]

Welcome to Sean & Freddie! Most of you will remember them from my story several months ago about being in the garage piddling around when I heard a woman calling from the street saying she was looking for the mayor. Sean & Freddie were up from Tampa checking the place out and ended up on our lanai for about 90 minutes and also meeting Terry & Teryl.

The fun for them has begun. The preliminary stakes are in the ground. It'll be fun to see what happens next!

Here's a few pics to kick off the build!!!

[Jayhawk]

Originally Posted by GilchristCruisers

Or as others on Facebook are fond of posting after a victory: RCJH!!!!

And we got the #1 recruit in the country today.

Rock Chalk Jayhawk.

[Buckeyephan]

We need to find a lawn company pretty quickly. Many people, including our wonderful neighbors Mary and Jim, use Stellar. When I spoke to the company today, they wanted to sell me a big package of services. Besides mowing, weeding, edging, and pest control, what other things do you consider must-haves? Is their big package that gives us 14 months for the price of 12 a good idea? Thanks for any suggestions.

Barbara