[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Pugchief

The only thing you "learn" from commercials is what product the sponsor wants you to buy. They should not be considered anything remotely close to educational.

I agree. The product, "Balance of Nature", is advertised entirely by testimonials where people who use the product say they "feel better". But, apparently, that is enough to convince other people to buy it. That is the power of advertising.

[Stu from NYC]

Drug companies that tout the wonders of their drug followed by all the ways it can harm you.

If your doctor does not put you on the best drug for you, why are you still with him/her?

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Stu from NYC

Drug companies that tout the wonders of their drug followed by all the ways it can harm you.

If your doctor does not put you on the best drug for you, why are you still with him/her?

I agree, but how do you know if your doctor has you on the best drug? Some doctors don't keep up with the latest treatments, or they are paid to recommend something else. Also, they often don't know when an expensive drug goes generic. My PCP told me that a different blood pressure drug would cost $300, but, in fact, it was only $3. Another example is "Gentle Cure" for skin cancer. It is advertised on TV, but I don't think many dermatologists even mention it because they don't offer it as an alternative to surgery.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

I agree, but how do you know if your doctor has you on the best drug? Some doctors don't keep up with the latest treatments, or they are paid to recommend something else. Also, they often don't know when an expensive drug goes generic. My PCP told me that a different blood pressure drug would cost $300, but, in fact, it was only $3. Another example is "Gentle Cure" for skin cancer. It is advertised on TV, but I don't think many dermatologists even mention it because they don't offer it as an alternative to surgery.

Good questions but my primary care physician seems to be up on drugs.

[CoachKandSportsguy]

Originally Posted by Stu from NYC

Good questions but my primary care physician seems to be up on drugs.

hmmm, pretty ambiguous. .

by just changing one word, a near synonym:

my primary care physician seems to be high on drugs.

[New Englander]

Originally Posted by RICH1

no place around our area to get a wiener reduction ... getting tired of hauling around big lumber.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by CoachKandSportsguy

hmmm, pretty ambiguous. .

by just changing one word, a near synonym:

my primary care physician seems to be high on drugs.

hmmm.

[Marmaduke]

Originally Posted by ROCKETMAN

I still chuckle when someone posts what you need to retire. I have never had more than $250,000 in investments or cash and live comfortably on $6000.00 a month in income. Take one big trip a year and one 2 day someplace on the water. Not a cruiser. Eat out once a week, play golf three times a week. One person posted I was just surviving.

It seems to me~

You figured it out! You have put your priorities in order and realize that there is more to life than money. You have realized that money doesn't buy happiness, but according to some~
moving to 16 different houses in The Villages, because you have ants in your pants and are searching for the elusive dream home....always with a pool, waterfall and a monthly trip to Trader Joes in Gainesville may fill a deep psychological and money oriented need.
Just think how MUCH $$$$$$ you've saved in closing costs, gas, stock trading fees, while ENJOYING YOUR WONDERFUL LIFE.
I know I'd like you, just in how you speak of LIFE☆

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by jimjamuser

I think that people that USE very little amenities due to aging and living in The Villages for over 10 years SHOULD get a discount on amenity fees.

Sorry, but I disagree. I might just be one of those people who you think should get a discount, but that was not a choice when I bought here. Point is, when one buys in here, we buy the opportunity to use and enjoy the amenities. We don't have to use them, but the are available. Like a buffet, you can eat every thing or nothing. The price is the same.

How about a discount for veterans?

[ROCKETMAN]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

Impressive…….was that your intent?

I would be the last person trying to impress someone. Just saying you can live here and don’t have to be a millionaire.

[Nana2Teddy]

Originally Posted by MrLonzo

My general complaint is about people who don't follow the rules. They gain some advantage at the expense of those of us who do.

A corollary complaint is making up rules that aren't enforced. This encourages rule breaking and, if taken to the extreme, ultimately leads to anarchy.

A specific complaint within these general topics is people using the swimming pools without showering first. Yes, it is a rule! Why? Imagine all the chemicals and toxins that go in the water from those who don't bother showering first -- skin creams, sunscreens, hair gels, deodorants, after shave, perfumes ... and things you'd care not to think about.

Seriously?! You think a quick shower at a pool is going to remove all of that stuff from people’s hair and skin??! Nope!

[Flyers999]

Originally Posted by Rzepecki

Green light has the right of way; red light has to yield.

Right. Here's the way the law is written:

"The driver of a vehicle which is stopped at a clearly marked stop line, but if none, before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection, or, if none then at the point nearest the intersecting roadway where the driver has a view of approaching traffic on the intersecting roadway before entering the intersection in obedience to a steady red signal may make a right turn, but shall yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and other traffic proceeding as directed by the signal at the intersection, except that municipal and county authorities may prohibit any such right turn against a steady red signal at any intersection, which prohibition shall be effective when a sign giving notice thereof is erected in a location visible to traffic approaching the intersection.

316.075.1.c.a Traffic control signal devices
Chapter 316 Section 075 - 2012 Florida Statutes - The Florida Senate

That "as directed by the signal at the intersection" says it right there that if you are making a left turn you have the right of way and you don't have to stay in the left lane when you turn. You can turn left to the right lane. The "signal" doesn't say anything different.

[Pugchief]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

Point is, when one buys in here, we buy the opportunity to use and enjoy the amenities. We don't have to use them, but the are available. Like a buffet, you can eat every thing or nothing. The price is the same.

Of course. UpNorth, our suburban real estate tax bill had a line item for Park District, Library, etc. It doesn't matter how often I don't go shoot hoops or don't check out books. The bill is the same. It's what keeps the community nice. Bonus: When you sell your home, other people want to live in that community.

[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by ElDiabloJoe

Other than that, you're not an ignorant opinionated S.O.B., I don't care what anyone else has said about you.

Opinionated? That's what this thread is about. And I am sure that some people share SOME of my opinions.

[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by Pugchief

If you weren't already so popular here, this opinion might cause people to think poorly of you. Why don't you present us with a list of amenities YOU think they should keep. SMH

Volleyball, water volleyball, badminton, tennis, paddle tennis, softball, soccer, archery, track and field, swimming, pool and billiards, bowling, basketball, air hockey, and air rifle. Not pickles-ball because it is too hard on the arm and knees (on hard court, not wood) and the sound of the, so called, ball is irritating to anyone with normal hearing. ......A plastic ball for a plastic sport. And rip up those golf courses because of too much chemicals on greens, waste of water, water of space,lack of exercise, and replace them with outdoor parks and walking trails. There that should increase my popularity.