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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I actually really want to move to a retirement community where there are lots of planned activities. I read an article about that Margaritaville place and I’m ready to move there now! I’d love on-site golf, tennis, dining, etc. But we are only in our mid 30s with young kids so that won’t happen any time soon. [/quote]

OP here and I'm really trying to understand... you don't think you would get bored of this lifestyle?  Would you be fine with just seeing only people of your age group?  You wouldn't feel disconnected from the rest of the world and society?[/quote]

When I was in college, I lived in a dorm and socialized almost exclusively with other college kids.
When I was in my mid 20s, I lived in city apartment and socialized primarily with other young unmarrieds or newlyweds.    
When I had kids, I moved to a suburban neighborhood and socialized mainly with other parents.
When I retire, I'll probably want to spend most of my time with people my age.  Yes, they're old but I'll be old too.  
Retirement communities aren't prisons and they usually aren't located in remote areas.  I'll still be able to travel, engage with the larger community, volunteer, and interact with people outside my age group.  [/quote]

This.  I kind of think of it as college for older people. Planned  activities and a somewhat structured social scene may be better for some types, although one can certainly have/make their own community in any city.  Preparing to die? No, just having some fun.

That said, I'm not sure if we'll actually go for it, just that I can see the appeal.  It likely depends on 1) do i still have a spouse 2) what kind of community do we hace / can we develop where we are living 3) where any family / kids are at.  I would personally hate to move to a new city and start all over from scratch, but maybe I'll change my mind.  (Yes, I'm introverted and not the most adept socially, but I'm optimistic my social skills will continue to grow :))[/quote]

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