Nightly Goodnight Everyone

[T1 Terry]

We water-skied behind a tinnie before I bought the mini hydroplane .... that was still illegal to ski behind because there was no room for an observer, but that never stopped us ..... we weren't rich and certainly not kids, I think I was in my early 20's Learned to single ski behind that, fitted on the roof racks on a VW square back and powered by a very stripped down (to remove weight) 20 hp Mercury outboard ..... great fun for very few $$

T1 Terry

[Swisslulu]

We live in a village, brick and tile buildings, and the rules here are very similar to living outside, with just a few exceptions.
No speeding is a prime one, then there's Dog walking, a short lead to stop them wandering etc in the gardens, pick up all their bogs, and if your dog has social problems, keep it on a short lead and control it!
No free-range animals at any time.
We do our own frontage gardens, and the Village does all the Common areas
Then there's the Old Person syndrome, don't tell me what to do, I know everything, and I'll tell you about it all the time, the best way to be a loner, from what I see here.
Apart from that, I don't see living in this village any different to living outside.
Some people you see a lot of, and some you never see.
Mt next door I saw 3 weeks ago, blinds are up so I know she's alive
One couple I met recently have been here 15 years, but they don't socialise a lot and are quite happy with the village.
But the Village next door ????? !!
Security cameras everywhere, reviewed every Monday to check up on those disobedient Villagers,( Think Gestapo and all the rules to keep them all in line with her decisions and overview )
Friends liked the layout of that Village, now they regret it.
So if you're thinking of Village Lifestyle, do a LOT of research

Ron

Rom, so pleased that you have addressed some of the issues of living in a gated community. I’ve been reluctant as so many here are so anti the idea. There are retirement villages and there are lifestyle villages. We live in the latter and have done so for more than 11 years. Our lifestyle village is specifically designed for those who own RVs, Caravans etc and want to travel for a large portion of each year. Yes, there are rules but not onerous and not much different if one lives in suburbia. The most important thing is to know what your village situation is. In Qld, (I can’t speak for other states) retirement villages have deferred management payments, meaning you don’t retain the full sale value, I.e. an exit fee. Lifestyle villages allow you to retain the full sale value (less commission if you sell through the village). We have a 16x6m garage attached to our house which acts as storage, man cave and junk storage as required.

Village life is not for all but it has served us well and we expect it to continue until we are carted out in a box. We join in what social activities we choose, nothing is forced on us. This year we had a 6 week trip to Victoria, a 5 week Mediterranean cruise and currently 3 weeks into a 6 week Motorhome trip to north Qld. Our home is under supervision whilst we are away.

I acknowledge this is not for everyone but to dismiss the lifestyle out of hand is shortsighted.

[Shirley]

Great explanation Lesley, I believe over 50 lifestyle resort living is very different to retirement villages, especially in layout, construction material & size.

[T1 Terry]

I think the person has to suit living in which ever type of retirement setting suits them .... one size definitely doesn't fit all .... I could never live in suburbia again after the freedom the Mannum house gave us, but some people really enjoy the whole living side by side thing ... each to their own, and as we get older, our needs change a lot as well .... I need to avoid breaking any more mirrors for my remaining time above ground, the powers that be are really taking this mirror breaking thing serious this time

T1 Terry

[dream4red]

Wow Dot, you have opened up a can of assorted worms here mate. Leslie, Noggins, Shirley and Terry have all given different thoughts that are very valuable. Just know that you are getting exactly what suits you and not worry about pleasing anyone except you and George. Take your time to get that just right, for you both. xxxx

Robert, you are so lucky to be alive now, it's not that long ago that my Dad had heart issues. Quadruple by-pass at 50 and by 65 he was told that any more surgery would not happen as he was too old to survive. He died at 70, from a massive heart attack. Twenty years later and we are seeing so many people having such amazing surgeries with positive results and many of those patients are well into their 70's. Hope all is well with you mate...I replied to your message before seeing your health post. Stay well my friend.

I went down to my shed today in brilliant sunshine and the bottles look great. I put the last pair in for a firing tonight and then I will concentrate on more interesting things. The earrings have now helped to bring back my creative vibes. I ended up with 25 pairs on the bench, all ready for firing. I had to force myself to stop making them. I will make more if and when this lot get purchased. . The rest of the day was pretty mundane.'

night all xxx