[BigSteph]

I positively didn't know that it could be cool as often as it has been in January and February.

I positively didn't know that CENTRAL FLORIDA had as much abject poverty as it does -- I had always visited touristy areas and while I saw poverty, I figured it was part of the mix of any large city -- Orlando, Miami, Tampa, St. Pete, Jacksonville, Daytona, etc.

I positively didn't know about the "wet" season and the "dry" season -- both of which have proven true in my 1 year here.

Lastly, I positively didn't know that the wages for work done in Central Florida were 33% - 50% lower than the same work performed in another state (East Coast). This was a complete shock and completely my error to have not researched.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

I got pretty much exactly what I expected.

[ithos]

What is with these threads that only solicit responses from people who agree with the OP?

If there are mentally disturbed people who regret moving to Florida, I would be most interested to read their opinion.

[Jimmay]

You’re asking for peoples opinion but you only what positive responses?

[Susan1717]

I would never live anywhere now but Florida. I love the warmth and also love the humidity. Both work perfect with my wellness program. Im a water and boating person so enjoy ft lauderdale up to Jupiter but The Villages was also a lovely place to live, especially if you’re a golfer.

[midiwiz]

Originally Posted by Jimmay

You’re asking for peoples opinion but you only what positive responses?

isn't that the only way it's allegedly supposed to work in the 'friendliest" place in the world?? (cough cough cough) over compensate liberal qualities for the better good?

[MidWestIA]

I stopped by The Villages after a conference and was overwhelmed by all the things to do. But living here everyday is the same the way I have done it but that may be more like missing a work life and having a purpose

[Cher1119]

Originally Posted by Jimmay

You’re asking for peoples opinion but you only what positive responses?

My thought also.

[Serendipatti]

Why even ask a question like that if you only want to hear positive responses?

[Freeda]

Yes. We moved.here full time in 2007. For the first few months I felt at times "what am I doing here??" After that, I started asking myself "what on earth took me so long to move to Florida?!" The Villages became hone, and I would never live anywhere else..

[Black Beauty]

We spent 11 years wintering in Mexico...paradise, but we got stolen from 3 times. Then we came back to the good old USA looking for paradise. The first year we spent in 5 different locations in Florida, settling in TV. No regrets, lots to do...been here 4 years now!

[Suzay]

It beats shoveling snow and sitting in the house all winter long .

[BlackhawksFan]

Originally Posted by rustyp

A tough decision for most - after moving to Florida did it meet your expectations ?

PLEASE ONLY POSITIVE RESPONSES ALLOWED.

If you want only positive responses doesn't that defeat the purpose of your question?

No it didn't. I'm looking to move out.

Sorry I was honest.

[Bethwill]

Absolutely

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by ithos

What is with these threads that only solicit responses from people who agree with the OP?

If there are mentally disturbed people who regret moving to Florida, I would be most interested to read their opinion.

Then start a thread asking if moving to FL DIDN'T live up to your expectations...

I'm sure you'll have plenty of mentally disturbed people posing there...