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Darn. I found a great dentist in Sarasota and now my husband's insurance is changing. She is not in the new insurance network. So....I'm back to square one. Does anyone have a great dentist in Sarasota? I need one who is part of Bluecare (the Blue Cross/Blue Shield network). Thanks.

Anyone here live at Lakewood Ranch outside Sarasota? This is one of the few planned communities near Sarasota. It seems to be very family oriented. Is it good for retirees? Are there planned activities or do you have to find them on your own outside the community? Would appreciate anyone's...

We are planning to move from Illinois to the Sarasota area and need a good mover. It seems like they all have low ratings. Anyone out there very happy with their mover and can recommend them?

I plan to move to the west coast of FL as soon as my TH sells...somewhere between Tampa and Venice. Although I plan to rent month to month and investigate various communities before I buy, I'm wondering if buying is a smart move. Yes, price in FL are very low and perhaps buying at the low is a...

Anyone out there living in Water Valley in Windsor, CO? Would appreciate your input on how life is there for retirees.

Hi! Assuming all that oil doesn't wash up on Florida's west coast, we plan to move there next year - IF we can sell our townhouse. Does anyone live in one of these three communities? I'd appreciate hearing from a resident about what you like, what you dislike, what made you select that community...

Any retirees living in Ft. Collins or Loveland Colorado? We're thinking of moving there - don't want the big city of Denver but don't want a provincial attitude either. Any tips on the differences between the two? Which is better for over 55? Thanks for your input. My husband will be working...

We are thinking of moving to Florida's west coast next year - someplace between Sarasota and Venice. Now, we're concerned that these 39 million gallons (or is it barrels?) of oil will find it's way to Florida's shores. Any thoughts about this? Are people worried? I guess by next spring, we'll...

We are coming to the west coast of FL in Aug or Sept for a week to "see for ourselves" Bradenton, Sarasota, Venice, Punta Gorda and Lakewood Ranch. Any suggestions on where we might stay? Don't want to spend too much on this fact finding trip - but want to get a real taste of the area and be...

Can anyone tell me the main differences between Bradenton, Sarasota, Venice, Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda? We plan a trip to see them all...but would like to hear from those "in the know" how they are different. Cost of housing? Insurance? Size? Political temperment? We want to move to one of...

Before we say "The Villages" is IT, I thoght I'd solicit opinions about alternatives. We are looking for a small to med sized city with a lot to do. Plenty of golf. And at least a month or two of all 4 seasons. Any input on Asheville, NC or other suggestions? We like the idea of unlimited...

Does anyone live in a golfing, 55+ active living community in Florida that is NOT THE VILLAGES? Would be interested in hearing how you like it, where it is etc. Did you consider the Villages and decide against it? Happy where you are? Thanks. We like the Villages but might want something a...

A friend of mine recommended this site. He has learned alot, enjoys the read, and thought I would too. I am 59 yrs old, a writer, married to a geek who loves his job. I have stopped looking for work...just do what ends up in my inbox. But I'm considering "hanging it up" at the end of this year...