The Coroner, Bugs in Your Teeth and More on Mailbag Monday

Join Jerry and Linda for this week's edition of Mailbag Monday. You'll hear a sad tale of death in The Villages, and you'll hear a new theme song for the show. Lots of other topics are covered such as; licensing your car, getting a driver's license, love bugs, The Newcomers favorite places and lots more.
The channel is more than just The Villages. It features episodes designed to inspire retirees to make the most of their golden years. Kayaking, hiking, golfing, music, travel and lots of info designed to improve your retirement is featured.
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[@vickyb5935]

Where ever you are sitting for this video, it`s beautiful!!!! I could really chill out there!

[@beaoppel4708]

HI Jerry and Linda. Beautiful lawn behind you! I love The Villagers. Snow and 10° in Indiana. Gregg's daughter following in his footsteps. She will. Be 1st year varsity coach at Crawford Co. Watclhing you on YTube.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks, Bea! Stay warm! 😁😁

[@halhelms3858]

Aww Gizmo:*( Sweet little boy is having the time of his life up in Heaven! Such a precious pup. Thank you always for such entertaining, FUN, and informative shows. XOgen lane helms

[@carolmullaney8350]

Introducing the Love Bug Calendar!!!

[@robertshearer2743]

Love your videos

[@Tommy3Putts]

Great stuff. Love the mailbag segment

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Think you so much, 1st of the day. We appreciate your kind comment.

[@paularussell8587]

You two are so fun!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks, Paula!😁😁

[@teresaforsyth6185]

I'm a former Villager. (Husband died, I moved back to WV). On my Facebook account, a Ten Year Memory popped up today --- I went to a Brass Ensemble Concert. Good memory.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Sorry to hear that Teresa. Yes, there are many fun things to do here. Some have shut down since the pandemic but there is still quite a bit to do.

[@DuaneWiseChristianC]

Jerry and Linda Gizmo is so adorable.....one of my son's Dachshund is a miniature and he's dark brown smooth coat he loves to be held straight up like you are holding Gizmo the sweetest dogs!

[@halhelms3858]

Thanks for Always being so Wonderful! I'm Definitely here because of you both, like so many others! I'm very into The Southern Villages Fun Girls, (this is Gen, Hal's wife!) with Kellie Robertson and Janet and others-I coordinate a few clubs there; and help with the Ladies of Lake Denham (like the Madhatter Tea Party!) with Janice Parylak and now, somehow, I'm the activity coordinator for all of Lake Denham, throwing an event and just got in touch with your friend, Wally, about it! This place is beyond Amazing and my husband and I LOVE it here and say "Why didn't we move here SOONER?" Thank you So Much again for all the time and love you give to us all! Hope to see you soon now that we got here!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

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[@halhelms3858]

@@JERRYANDLINDA Oh Wow We just got Wally to play at our rec center Franklin 6/14 6-9pm if you're in the area Please stop in for some free food and Wally's music!! This is all because of You Both!!! Love you tons!!!

[@johnmccardell1734]

Hi Guys we are coming to the villages February 3 to 7 hope to meet up with you guys John and my wife Mary.

[@robinobrian4842]

Gizmo is squinting. Soo cute!!

[@teresaforsyth6185]

I worked at Henkel-Harris Co., Inc for a long, long time. It is valuable. Cherry, mahogany, and walnut. Sometimes you can find it on Craigslist, Estate auctions, even Ebay. People's tastes have changed over the years and they now prefer throw-away furniture such as from Wayfair.

[@PederE007]

Linda, Jerry and Gizmo, you guys are great. I love listening to your videos. Keep up the good work. On the furniture: I would think estate sales would be a good source.

[@joyfullylivinglife7114]

You guys brighten my day. Love the joy that you both exude. Thank you for continuing to answer all our questions. I really look forward to all your videos but especially 🎶Mailbag Monday🎶 Linda, your hair looks really pretty. ❤️

[@ceciliapetrowsky2572]

OMG! Is that your backyard? It is stunning!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Yes, THANK YOU, Cecilia!

[@Ellenllee]

Linda's hair is beautiful and her lipstick compliments her outfit BUT the best thing about Linda is her heart that shines through her eyes every episode.Jerry you picked a winner :).Linda - you cheer me with every video,thank you.

[@rebeccamartin4267]

Agree Ellen

[@buffmontana4203]

Moved here 2 years ago. We furnished our house completely using second hand sources. Estate/local garage sales, thrift/consignment shops, Craigs list, TV classifieds, Nextdoor, Facebook marketplace....Just need a little patience. Great deals!

[@jimshoe402]

No need to buy anything new.

[@janeta3509]

I recently moved into my mom's home just north of 466. She bought 25 yrs ago. The original owners in this neighborhood are now gone or in their 80s and 90s. Yes this is a part of the cycle of life. Within 8 months of mom's 90th birthday in 2019 three of her friends/neighbors passed. The neighborhood is now welcoming younger residents as the original owners move on. Such is the cycle of life.

[@jimshoe402]

My ma was the last first buyer on her block ..

[@audreydoremus7984]

My husband and I have lived at the same place for 47 years here in Middle TN. We have lost several neighbors and relatives that lived near us. It hurts no matter where you live. God bless those that grieve.

[@briancasselberry]

Good Morning! Enjoy Mailbag Monday, Thank you for doing!

[@CynthiaMUrban]

Loved the opening song. I really look forward to Monday Mailbag but don't forget about taking us on little adventures around the Villages. Thanks for sharing and God bless.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Cynthia, Covid makes it more difficult, but we will!

[@kathybinthe6037]

I enjoy mailbag Mondays. I watch during my work lunch break and it gives me a chuckle sometimes. It seems like there’s a club for just about anything. Looking forward to my lifestyle visit later this year.

[@kathybinthe6037]

Almost forgot....see you on Wednesday Night Live with Skip.

[@juliegarren2994]

Linda & Jerry, thanks again for all the helpful information. Really appreciate it.

[@deborahvolz3591]

We’re from Louisville, Jerry and Linda. (Brother lives close to Huber’s)👍Bought a home in Apopka, FL 3 1/2 yrs ago to be near hubby’s cousin. We wish almost every day that we should have considered The Villages. At 72, tremendously hard to think about selling and moving. You are very fortunate to have made a decision to be where you are. The activities & being able to be around active retirees is what we miss. Any for one of your MAILBAG MONDAYS, are there active Christian churches in the Villages? We belong to Southeast Christian Church in Louisville and Journey Christian here in Apopka. Would have to have a thriving community church wherever we go. Love your videos. You guys are so cute (although Gizmo is cuter)👍😍

[@LadyPenelope]

I love, love, love your sense of humor Jerry!!! The only thing I love more is how Linda laughs at ALL of your jokes! Secret to a happy marriage!!!!

[@SB-mw1bg]

These folks would be the ideal neighbors. Such a great outlook on life. :)

[@peterboggi9690]

Thanks Jerry for addressing my questions.. hope to see you when we get there (April)

[@Judes121]

Thanks for sharing ! Yes Hugs to Gizmo 🐶

[@annekelley8299]

Great Segment today. Thanks

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks, Anne.

[@brendaburke345]

Glad you are enjoying the outside. We have a high of 20 today in upstate NY.

[@kate1761]

Love love love Wally’s intro!!

[@Jorgeola757]

Hey guys , I liked that theme song , Mailbag Monday. That may be a keeper. Thanks

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank you Jorge.

[@bilbobaggins3336]

Good to see you sitting in the yard. The wind chill here on Long Island was 5 degrees on Sunday and 12 degrees on Monday.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Bbbrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!

[@shariys1]

And that's why I'm not in Ohio anymore!

[@jkom5902]

Love your new theme song!!

[@little5bee]

Your channel keeps getting better and better...never fails to put me in a good mood. LOL at Gizmo watching Linda while she's reading off the club names.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thinks little bee, we are so glad you like it.

[@GringoLoco1]

Good mailbag again this week. Thanks!

[@rachelt2482]

You two are awesome! :) Love your content! Thanks for posting.

[@craigvernon5932]

Thanks for providing the answer to my questions. Hope to see you again in May!

[@nancyzahradnik6021]

Very good question and answer session. Gizmo looks so bored!!!😅

[@KJ-xc6qs]

Linda's very good-natured and tolerant.

[@robk1310]

What is she so tolerant of? Please elaborate.

[@tinkertailor3115]

@@robk1310 Why, Jerry, of course! :-)

[@mamaburr2963]

We know people in the villages who do not have a car, but they use a golf cart to get around...If they need to leave the bubble the neighbors help them..

[@davidoverholt251]

Love watching you Two!

[@michaelvincent8494]

You ‘guys’ are great! I love watching and listening to you! A wealth of information

[@jimhunt7634]

Great video guys.. Thanks

[@floridadreams263]

The best way to start the week is Mailbag Monday! I really enjoyed seeing the outdoors and that beautiful FL weather. Linda, your hair looks great. Jerry, it hurt a little to see you put on an Ohio St hat...... Enjoy the beautiful weather! Thank you!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks, FD… we appreciate ya!

[@nancyoppegard6665]

You two crack me up. Thanks for the entertaining (and informative) video !

[@richardc488]

Thanks guys! That is so sad, you have all the great times in the Villages and then, its game over!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

It's coming for us all, just gotta live it up as long as you can.

[@btaylor9661]

It looks like you are living the dream. Congrats. No since in being bothered by the world. You worked for this and earned your spot in paradise. Way to go fellow BSU Grads and HOWICK HALL GRAD as well!!!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

BILL!! Thanks, bro!

[@carolm1754]

I love your videos! My husband and I are both retired but are not quite ready to move yet. But love all the information you provide. We are from upstate New York. We have been to The Villages to visit friends and family twice now, but only for the day when we were staying in southern Florida. You both are so cute together!

[@happycamper4ever873]

Awesome song!!!!

[@cynthiaamitrano8915]

Just out of curiosity I did the math on 130,000 residents x $161 HOA fee each month. The Villages collects, in the area of $21,000,000 PER MO in dues. I amazed myself. That's around a quarter of a billion dollars per year. Whew. Hey, it's still one of the lowest in Florida. The smaller the community, the higher the HOA fee. Hope it's sunny in Florida. It is in Duluth and a whopping 0° outside. I think I'll stay in. In the winter, the sunnier outside, the colder the temp up in the Northland.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

That makes sense Cynthia, however there is only one amenity fee charged per house not per person, so it would be about 60,000 fees.

[@cynthiaamitrano8915]

@@JERRYANDLINDA my mistake. I was thinking there were 130,000 homes, not residences. Still a chunk.

[@rameye]

Love it---good song!

[@donnagrebe501]

Each time I watch your videos, I enjoy them more than the last. You look like a fun couple and a great neighbor!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks Donna, we are so glad that you like them.

[@nataliesmithhart4511]

Love the beautiful outside view today and what a fabulous intro with the catchy jingle! 🌴❤️🎹 Gizmo was extra snuggly today too! After the restaurant round-up, I’m pretty sure I’ll be thinking about that tower of onion rings for the rest of the day! 😁🧅 YUM! TFS another great Mailbag Monday! 📫💌 Best! ☀️

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Yes, Natalie!! We LOVES us some crispy onion rings! Thanks so much for your happy attitude! 🌝🌝

[@gracealleman4102]

Love you two. Grace the artist

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank YOU, Grace!

[@kimfarb567]

So enjoy your friendly banter. We visited The Villages last July, exploring retirement in Florida. Sadly, we caught the virus somewhere on the way down. We’re fine now, but decided a move to the Sunshine State isn’t for us at this time. Hopefully we will reconsider in the future.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

That's bad luck, Kim. Hopefully, See you when you get here!

[@cametientaucoeur]

Bonjour. Yes, in our age group there is a lot of sad turnover, so to speak. Ambulances, in my development, are on silent mode once gate entered.Very nice review. Linda your hair looks very nice & thank you for the activities list. I would like to hear more about activities. Gizmo needs a little shade cap. Nice way to start the morning with your lighthearted witty repartee. Jeanne

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Lighthearted, witty repartee... ooo lala! We like that!

[@terrie1226]

I sure know about the coroner in my neighborhood I have had 3 in the past couple of months or so (so sad) Thanks for another video...love your favorite places.....enjoy your day from a resident of the east coast.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks Terrie!

[@daxc1972]

Poke em club....Spit my coffee. Thanks for bringing some Florida sunshine and laughs into my cold Pennsylvania, Monday morning.

[@katherineb.3140]

So sad about the Coroner segment but it is also a happy thing. Those people chose where they wanted to be and perhaps spent their last years enjoying something fun. Now they have gone on to something even better. Maybe in heaven they are saying “See you when you get here” . 😀

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Haha... Catherine, that is a great take on it. Like the old saying, tis better to have loved and lost than to never have loved at all.

[@ronaldpass8885]

Thanks for for mentioning me on your Mailbag Monday. I hope you like the hat. Sunday we got a freezing rain up here and I nearly fell down the steps. So today Monday I’m staying in the house. I hate it. I’m looking forward to coming down there soon. Remember the hat is adjustable. So go Notre Dame and go Bucks(Ohio). See you when I get there

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank you Ron. We really appreciate it!

[@clevjam]

J&L, I lIke the new setting in the back yard very much. Full of info..See your live show coming up on Skips channel this Weds. Try to watch!!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks J/C, that will be something new for us.

[@clevjam]

@@JERRYANDLINDA I tried to watch..And it is totally out of control...I will watch your next video..please keep it simple..please

[@giannabella9183]

Linda, your hair looks great! 🌷🌼 💃🌞 cool earrings too. And again, thanks for all the wonderful videos. You are such a great couple. We love love love♡♡♡♡♡ Gizmo. What a cute little face of love he is! 💕💕💕💕

[@harryp1665]

I don’t want to wish my life away, but so look forward to the day when having to deal with bugs on my golf cart ride is my biggest problem. I always look forward to mail bag Monday, thank you for these videos.

[@robertpace901]

The senior high rise I lived in was constantly visited by the ambulance and in the past four months, there were three visits by the coroner. Many times the ambulance was called to lift someone up who'd fallen. I moved to a more regular mix neighborhood. Too much misery in senior housing because many are high density, so the senior population is concentrated In a more compact area.

[@mamaburr2963]

No laughing during love bug season...

[@barbaraebner5889]

Love the intro! You two look great. Stay safe and stay well.

[@longsundayrun9194]

I love seeing how uninterested Gizmo is !...constantly falling asleep !...such a riot !

[@vwbugchic1961]

That is the sweetest little dog, so cute 😍 🐾🐾

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

He's a keeper! Thanks, Cynthia!

[@vwbugchic1961]

@@JERRYANDLINDA absolutely. 😊

[@edwardpetty5401]

Yes, I remember registering my 2 vehicles for the first time when We moved to Fl. Ouch!

[@edithp.7213]

Love your hair Linda!

[@michellealbanese]

Hi. From near Chicago 6 to 8 inches snow coming later today. Huh! Enjoy the sun!😁

[@lauralampe1664]

I am in the northwest suburbs, in Schaumburg, so glad I am working from home these days. Most snow for the Chicago area since April, 2019. ❄❄☃️☃️

[@bonniefuller858]

@@lauralampe1664...Hi Laura! I lived in Roselle before we retired to Central Florida in the early 2000’s....just heard from family that more snow is coming...please stay warm🌹

[@lauralampe1664]

@@bonniefuller858 Schaumburg got 7 inches of snow last night/early this morning. More snow possibly this Saturday and Sunday. Lucky us. ❄❄☃️☃️

[@cherylharter5368]

Linda , your hair looks great! As always, enjoyed your video!

[@barbaramuzychka3836]

I lived in a senior community for 7 years and there were 7 neighbors and myself that were pretty close. One by one they would get sick and die, would fall and die during surgery or would be found dead in bed, having died in their sleep. Then there was only the lady next door to me and myself. All the others were new people and six of the original group had died. Then the lady next door to me died and I thought......seven down, one to go and I was the one.....also thought how it was way too depressing and I hesitated to get close to anyone there and decided to move and get a small apartment in a small town where there were all age groups and get away from all the dying all around me. The neighbors here were really nice and diverse. I especially loved the one couple next to me who were about 25 years younger than me and would always be looking out for me and helping any way they could, They were both so very active, traveled a lot and just so full of fun and laughter., In a matter of around 5 months, one of them came down with cancer and died. It is way harder to lose someone so much younger and so full of life and dreams then one (or 7) of your peers when you are older.

[@rowenah3723]

Linda's hair looks very pretty,much🙂 Gizmo needs a sleep 😴💙 F/ Oz

[@teribunker5223]

Omgosh I can’t concentrate on y’all; Gizmo is TOO stinking cute!

[@debbieteague4474]

Agree

[@karenseman8258]

Mmmmm 😛 Oak Wood BBQ! Beautiful haircut 💇🏻‍♀️ Linda! Great new Mailbag Monday jingle 🎶! Enjoy your swimming 🏊‍♀️ weather - gonna get 2” of snow/ice up here overnight! 🥶

[@robertamcroy7938]

Well when your sons come to visit go shopping and use their discounts! Nice Vlog very informative! I enjoy Aldis Stores, good prices!

[@NavyWife]

Great song by Wally. He is very talented.

[@ashleyrunyon9644]

Lots of Buckeyes here!!! Go Bucks!

[@pault2178]

Tampa bay bucs? Milwaukee bucs??? whom are we talking about:)

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Ohio State Buckeyes!

[@glenschmitt7635]

Thank you guys so much for your videos. We are planning a move this year to the Villages and they are so helpful!!

[@markphillipson768]

A great backdrop cheers me up just viewing it, great as always, I appreciate the research you always put in to make the vlog quality great.

[@toniferguson6455]

Gizmo was trying so hard to stay awake! I love your videos and positive perspective!

[@gwenewing6837]

It looks nice and warm down there! Beats this ice in Cincinnati! As always, enjoy your videos!

[@marilynvickers3545]

Hi Jerry, Linda and Gizmo thank you so much for your vlogs - not only are they informative but they are funny and dare I say it ‘so cozy’ ! I am in the UK, it’s so cold and grey at the moment, I love Florida and obviously with everything that is going on in the world it may be a long time before we can visit again so I absolutely love seeing your lovely home, the areas near you on your ‘buggy rides’ and Gizmo melts my heart, I love all dogs every single one of them but dachshunds have a special place🤗 Hope you all stay well and safe😊

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thinks Marilyn, You are so kind. We are glad you find our videos cozy and welcoming. What a wonderful compliment.

[@danaepperly4912]

Love your new haircut Linda

[@rebeccamartin4267]

Another great video guys. As a sometimes snowbird I agree with Oakwood BBQ! Yummy 😋

[@deec4484]

Gizmo is so cute! He looks like he wants to take a nap! Too cute! Love your hair Linda!

[@susanchristie9322]

Love the theme song!

[@jeannettegrantham5359]

Great intro! Poor Gizmo, looking very sleepy on a Sunday morning! :)

[@angelawhitlock5770]

I love your videos. You both are so kind to each other. Poor Gizmo wants to doze off. He is so cute. Your Texas friend.

[@donaldeverette6498]

Good morning.

[@raymond3855]

I too am a retired LEO. I suggest to the other retired LEO that they apply for the HR-218 Law Enforcement Carry. This allows you to carry your weapon in ALL 50 States (includes Mass, DC, New York, Calif, and other states that restrict gun carry. Not many people know about this law passed several years ago but you can easily obtain one. I plan on moving to TV and look forward to meeting other retired LEO's.

[@alexbloss4163]

So I am new here. Just met a lady in pet park who was from my home town and I graduated with her daughter... yes people are so easy to meet.

[@danaepperly4912]

Love the theme song

[@pattiedixon2429]

Hello to my favorite two. And Gizmo 🥰

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Hi Pattie, thank you!

[@fsuersal]

THAT WAS FUN

[@sharonguy963]

Love the Theme Song!

[@danielbobberson9849]

Wally nice intro...I would keep that one for some time! Gizmo is SO CUTE and well behaved at least on camera.

[@evelynshore9489]

In my village ambulances are not allowed to run their sirens. However, you can see the lights if you’re nearby. We had a fire here not too long ago, and there were three attached units that were destroyed. Fortunately no one was hurt. The fire engines did run their sirens

[@MonicaFlorida]

I don’t hear any sirens here unless they are traveling on a big road and need to let people know to watch out.