THREE YEARS IN FLORIDA... Surviving or Thriving?

[@theresatitus-lawson3431]

May I say that you both look younger and so much more at ease than 3 years ago. I think it's because you are happy living in such a beautiful environment as The Villages! This place is not perfect, but I think it's as close to perfection as you can get! I for one am thankful that spirit sent you here! Thanks for the three years of you two and Gizmo! One day we will meet in person!

[@Melaniexb1]

I second that thought :)

[@piafassold9444]

I agree. You both look very good.

[@dianneharris2870]

You Guys do look younger, healthier, and happier! Moving to Florida agrees with you.

[@zzzzipy12]

Yes, y’all do look younger today, even when sickly! Must be the Sun & fun living! Prayers for continued healing! 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

[@lauragraham4079]

The Villages / Florida Life has done right by both of you...You both look years younger then you looked in the throwback vlog pics...You've convinced me that FL is where I want to retire....

[@patricialynch6532]

You are both such a joy and blessing! 🥰

[@harryp1665]

I can’t believe it’s been three years. I remember watching all these early videos. You guys do look happier and much better coloring.

[@TamiDunn]

You are both fantastic people. I was very worried when you missed last week. I kept checking the community page or your Facebook page for an update. I’m so glad you are feeling better and hope Linda gets her taste back to 100% soon ❤️

[@beingright]

One of the biggest secrets to success on yt is to have a positive attitude and smile. People deal with issues in their lives every day and when they go online they want to see a positive influence like you two have been. Keep up the great job!

[@janetpartyka5968]

Linda, God bless you. Even when you aren't feeling the best, you keep on smiling.

[@BobbiDoll]

Before I even started watching the video I was thinking how much younger and more relaxed the two of you looked.

[@michaels1813]

You guys are great! Watching you enjoy life is so much fun!

[@mishloud4215]

I can't get over how much younger you both look! I know I have said it before, but that alone is a reason to move to the Villages!!

[@juleebailey3046]

Good morning. Great show and I hope you get to feeling better and better. You guys feel like friends to me as well. Thank you for taking the time to put together your videos and sharing a piece of your lives with us. Take care 🙂💕

[@suereed3847]

Wow, in the old video you both look wiped out. It looks like the Villages has done you both a world of good. Linda you look like you have had a complete makeover. You look great! Sorry to hear about your Covid. From friends and family who have had it ----the biggest complaint is exhaustion. So just give your bodies a chance to heal. I have been keeping both of you in my prayers. Blessings from Sue in Southern Delaware

[@Mary-qg3sd]

The stress of moving is tiring and hard on the body. I’ve been catching up on the Vlogs and I believe in one, you mentioned the first few were meant for family. Three years later, you’ve mastered the Villages, have met people, and have a bit more color. In watching, what I notice most is the love you have for each other.

[@kathybriscoe1474]

I always look forward to your Monday and Friday videos. You both have a great sense of humor and it’s always fun to hear about your adventures.

[@crazycat6833]

You guys do look much refreshed and younger! Florida agrees with you….

[@lisacasey6055]

I agree!! Ya’ll were so cute then but NOW….. looking even sharper !!! God bless The Villages !!

[@MsLorie-ef6fo]

It's funny seeing how pale your skin was back then, from living up north, and how tanned you both look now. If you need time off to feel better, don't push yourself to produce videos for us. We love the effort you put into making them funny, informative and entertaining. I usually watch your videos more than once, because it's like being with family. Rest up you two !!!!!!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

AWWWW... You are so sweet Ms. Lori! 🙂🙂🙂

[@judiruthmeredith6427]

Love love love this look back! Feel better! I had it too, all will be well and you’ll be back to normal - I can attest.

[@MomsCoffee2]

Ya'll look Healthier & such Pros now😉I took a nice long walk in our Trilogy Community this morning to remind myself not to stay inside too much, Thank you!! I'm 62 & Retired since 2016, Husband 70 still works... Resort Living is such a Wonderful Lifestyle 😊

[@marypaquette8705]

I think now, you are more relaxed now, less worry and winter, will do that for your body, love Ya!

[@markphillipson768]

Living the Dream, you clearly made the right move as you both look great. So glad your feeling better and on the mend all your viewers love you, your good people. Take care and have a great day.

[@maureenwebb9716]

You seem so much happier now. Thank you for your videos. They are always a fun watch.

[@FrattandChelsea]

OMG we are all SO GLAD you both are feeling better!!! DO NOT LET those Rotary dudes tire you all out tomorrow!!! WOW The Villages and FL and been GREAT to you all-you look years younger and healthier BUT we NEED you all to stay that way!!! LOVE you both and Gizmo and thank you for ALL you do!!!

[@tammydaniels170]

Even though at this time I have no plans of moving, I throughly enjoy your blogs. Thanks

[@katherineb.3140]

Glad to see you are feeling better! God bless!

[@deedeew4040]

OMG, you both look younger!! All the fresh air and sun makes your bodies younger.

[@christinepineau3678]

These have been so fun to watch! I noticed you’re both a bit tanned now. A nice glow of happiness and some Florida sun. Thank you for sharing. Stay well!

[@mamagirlinoh]

I hope you both are feeling better. I love your videos and I love Gizmo. Have a great day.

[@marilynnschroeder4436]

Wow, Florida agrees with you both! No, you don’t look like zombies in the older videos, you just look healthier a year ago and more relaxed. Keep on keeping on you guys!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank you Marilyn, so kind of you to say. 🙂🙂🙂

[@airybrook]

2 ply....true marker of an upscale neighborhood!

[@oceandreamer1958]

There’s definitely something to be said for sunshine and happiness! You both look much younger and have a glow, even with not feeling well! Prayers for a fast and full recovery. Hugs!

[@Brian-nb6fb]

Having flash backs to “The best of Carson”. Like those shows, yours was funny then and funny today! Many things have changed for you two over the past 3 years but your excitement of living in The Villages remains, makes your shows fun to watch!

[@jeffhawkins7394]

Glad to hear y’all are feeling better and we love y’all too!!!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@terrie1226]

You guys take care and don't over-do....thanks for the videos.

[@salfromoregon4369]

You both look so relaxed and rested compared to the original photo taken just after arrival. You are a testament to TV lifestyle.

[@carolanncurrid8246]

Florida agrees with you! So fun to watch the early shows with your comments. I don’t know how I found you, but can’t believe it’s been 3 years! Take care of yourselves and keep feeling better.💐😊

[@Mary-qg3sd]

I don’t know how I found them either. Somehow they were just there. I’m binge watching to catch up! I didn’t know The Villages was so large.

[@hosegooseman5]

To say you are as great in person as you look on your videos, it’s an understatement. We are glad we know you and can call you friends and neighbors. Saludos !!!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Absolutely! High praise from you, Jose! 😁😁😁

[@Travis_125]

I had Covid the first of January. The first four days was like a mild cold. Day five I crawled into bed and crawled out day nine. Took about three weeks to start feeling normal. My sleep is still off.

[@jenniferlee7167]

You look more relaxed than when you first moved down from Indiana! Your skin tone is much better too--you were too pale back home! The sun agrees with both of you and you really do look younger now! Love it!

[@lindadurst2290]

You look so much more relaxed and happier.

[@barbaras8932]

Hope you both feel better and good as new real soon. I’ve been on board with you since your very first show and have watched every one. My Monday and Thursday ritual is to watch your show before I get out of bed and yes, I was definitely concerned last Thursday when there was no show. I’m so glad you’re doing okay for the most part and really hope to meet you both one day. God bless!

[@wholmes5955]

I had it in August, and again in mid January. 1st time was worse than 2nd time, but still not too bad. I only just started getting my sense of smell back last week! I'm glad to hear you're feeling better. God bless you both.

[@steveboussom6564]

Prayed for your complete healing. You are both such an encouragement to many.

[@piafassold9444]

Florida does agree with you. You both look wonderful. Wishing you a full recovery from Covid. Rest as you need . ❤️

[@texasmimi5566]

I bought my house when it was 4 years old from the original owner. I also recognized when I had lived here/owned it longer than he owned it, it then truly became "my house".

[@MrBackspace4848]

Is it an insult to say you look younger, more vibrant, smiles! I also have had the dream of owning a large piece of property. But this Florida life looks sooooo neat!

[@billsugar1183]

So glad to hear that both of you are recovering. The joy you to have for each other and life is contagious. Keep enjoying each day and hope to see you again August while I am there.

[@billsugar1183]

Sorry for the typo. Meant to type two instead of to. Getting old. Ha

[@laurakilmer8652]

enjoy your videos. I am from Indiana also but my parents brought me here Dec. 18 1964. I still have the Indiana ethic in me. I love Florida and I think it was a great thing. My wife and I live in Ocala now b/c my daughters family is here. thanks for your work.

[@tammybowen9399]

Just wanted to tell y’all I started my search for an area to move too at retirement age. I watched your videos, came to the villages for myself, made an offer in a courtyard villa at end of February, and I will see ya when I’m there at my closing at end of March!!! Thank you both!! Love your videos and all the info you share.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Congratulations! Yes indeed, see you when you get here!😁😁

[@stephenmadonna6142]

Glad you are feeling better and almost over it. !

[@myjoysunshine]

You two look so much younger now than 3 years ago! Keep on doing what you’re doing. We love your channel. 💕

[@TheSilverSpider355]

Jerry you look 10years younger today, compared to 3 years ago. Linda you too. I am glad I am emigrating to Ocklawaha Lake Weir Florida, I'm moving from U.K. on 23/feb/2022 see you when i get there!! Best wishes from Jay and my 7 cats!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks, Jay! Finally someone one that thinks I'm keeping pace with my bride! have a safe trip! 😁😁

[@lynnchiofalolucas3777]

You look younger and healthier now! The Villages Lifestyle agrees with you. ~Lynn

[@brendaburke345]

The life in the Villages sure does look good on you both. So glad you are both feeling better and just be sure to rest and continue to get better. We have watched you from the beginning and just enjoy your videos. Keep getting better

[@donnakotoff9949]

You look so much better! Thank God!!

[@Melaniexb1]

Bless you both! Prayers for continued daily improvement!

[@tjlarson6519]

Glad you're both feeling better. Florida suites you both well. You both look younger and thinner. Don't push yourselves to do too much until you're healthy again. Stella sends her best to Gizmo.

[@daisyoliveras5663]

I’m so glad you are both feeling better. You look so much more relax now. Love watching your videos.

[@barbromano9975]

Glad you both are feeling better. My taste buds changed. Stay well!

[@edgrossman8929]

You two look 10 years younger since moving to the Villages. Congrats

[@cindifrank5878]

I agree that you look much happier now. Pray that I get that condo in Dunellon! 🙏🙏🙏

[@leslieedge7642]

My self and my husband both had Covid in January so even though we were fully vaccinated it still takes a week or 14 days to recover and when you guys didn’t post a video last week I just knew something wasn’t right and I’m glad you took the time off because you need to rest and recover , God bless and have a great day!!☺️

[@Katee586]

Neither one of you has changed in the 3 years I have been watching your videos, but MY life has! Lost my husband in December to Covid. His dream of retiring to Florida will never happen. :( Only 60 years old. Enjoy Florida, my friends.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

So sorry to hear. Please take care.

[@Katee586]

@@JERRYANDLINDA - And you both as well. Hubby enjoyed watching your videos about Florida. He was thisclose to choosing to live in The Villages.

[@teresawilson110]

OMG I just knew something was up . I pray you both get better and go forward and upward and I know you will. So glad to be a part of this adventure with you both. Just look at how much (healthier) you both look hummm something in that Florida air I think .

[@stevenwilburn235]

Thank you guys for sharing. I’m glad you are feeling better.

[@mavisrobin]

Have you guys done a video on your process of even finding the villages? Did you look at other retirement communities? What was your thought process deciding to move to a retirement community versus just finding a condo somewhere in a warm state? Did you only look at Florida or did you entertain the idea of other states? Did you visit other retirement communities in Florida?

[@jane5923]

Good question. There’s an idea for another video 😉 Thank you Jerry, Linda & Gizmo for your time and information! Glad you’re feeling better.

[@happycamper4ever873]

Really enjoyed this Jerry and Linda- you are a bright light in the world! ❤️

[@SKA-vi4oz]

Y’all really do look younger!!!

[@petragannon9902]

We love you dito! Greetings from East Texas. We pray for your complete and speedy recovery. God willing we will see you all, when we get there. God bless you both and Agape in Jesus.

[@paulkent2219]

Glad you are both ok & feeling better. You both look great even if you can’t sleep.

[@beautyover6018]

I am glad your both are on the mend! You had warm welcomes from the beginning of the move ❤️ The villages look good on you both, it’s amazing what peace and happiness does to our soul and our physical being, it’s all connected! Y’all are funny too luv the show!!

[@jcm9356]

You glossed over the Fullbright Award but that is a big deal. Well done.

[@smartybloomers]

It's amazing that ypu both look younger and healthier now.

[@lulu2050]

It’s such fun to watch your KZbin videos…thanks so much for the great information…you keep me motivated to stay with the dream 🥳. Watching your three-year episode I noticed that you both look younger, happier, more confident…is it The Villages? Living a life outdoors? Helping people in an entertaining way? Being engaged in you community? Whatever it s, you look great!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Probably all of the above, Lulu. Thank you for your kind words.

[@andreamartin3645]

Hi guys! You look great. You look like you are really enjoying The Villages. The sunshine has been good for you. I am considering moving there from the Windy City Chicago. Would love some warm weather right about now. 🥶 Keep making those videos, I enjoy watching them and learning so much about The Villages. Thanks ☺️

[@carolapostolos8929]

So sorry you two contracted CoVid, but glad you weren’t ill enough to be hospitalized. It was fun to see the “Then” and “Now” vlogs. Hope you guys recover quickly.

[@bw7471]

Sorry to learn you guys under the weather. Hope you get back to 100% fast. Thanks for your hard work, I for one really appreciate it. God Bless.

[@jackierahali595]

I do enjoy watching your chats. Its really lovely 😍 every time your broadcasting, something new and interesting every time. I wish you all good health and lots more adventures. Fondest regards from Hertford GB

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Always love hearing from you over the pond!

[@lizharen56]

Wow!! 43,000 subscribers, holy cow! Well done.

[@angelmission]

Glad you guys are feeling better. Florida sure seems to have agreed with you both.

[@adamstoehr3795]

Sweet Video guys! Hope you all have a speedy recovery, get well! Take Care.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks, Adam! 🙂🙂🙂

[@marychimento373]

Good Morning Jerry and Linda. Linda, I made your meatloaf recipe last night and it was delicious! My husband loved it! Thank you so much for your recipe. I'm originally from Jacksonville, Florida and I miss being close to the beach. I do love the snow though and we had some snow here in northern Virginia this year. Praying for your speedy recovery. Thanks again.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Glad you liked it, Mary! Thank you! 😁😁

[@mariagrady6923]

You both look awesome! We are coming up to the villages in End of February. The villages agree with you both!

[@bethwallace4994]

Happy to hear you are over the worst of Covid. The Florida sunshine does agree with you. Missed seeing Gizmo today and wish him a Happy 13th birthday!

[@allenerobertson3263]

Thank you for the smiles....you two totally make my day brighter! Btw Linda, I too am an identical twin and she watches your show as well.🙂

[@loririenhardt7329]

Been watching from the start. You have certainly perfected your videoing skills. You are the best. Thank you for all the fun ❤️

[@aks8823]

Jerry & Linda: Hope you continue to improve and are soon feeling as good as new. Hugs from Texas!

[@belindatayvinsky4271]

So glad you are both feeling better!

[@christinemowbray6116]

You both look great , sun kissed and healthy ! Florida agreed with you ! Thanks for the really great videos 😀

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks, Christine!

[@ToRetirementAndBeyond]

Hey Jerry! Hey Linda! Sorry to have to tell you, but it's been 4 weeks since I had COVID and I'm still feeling worn, and still munching cough drops for that tickle in my throat. Karen still hasn't got [ that's NYC grammar, Teach] her taste buds back 100%. That being said, Florida has been good to you guys. Looking good :)

[@annekelley8299]

I just saw this and sorry to hear you are both under the weather. I hope you are both feeling up to your young selves soon.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks, Anne! 😁😁😁

[@pattom65calhoun37]

You said that you got lucky and won a Fulbright. It is more than luck to be awarded that. It is very prestigious and extremely difficult to get. Good for you Jerry!

[@rentfromavillager]

You two are growing young in The Villages! 😎 Glad to hear you are both feeling better too!

[@becky6568]

Work done come on they should be honest about it . 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

HaHa... ya gotta be kidding! 😛

[@rogojo9853]

Wonderful video. Both of you do look younger! It’s the Florida Sunshine ☀️, both of you have a nice tan now. I also hope both you and Linda continue to feel better. Take your time! Tell Gizmo I sad hi! ✨🌼

[@janekrieger8162]

So happy you are feeling better- I so enjoy your videos! Blessings from So Cal!

[@jennifermiller7139]

Hi Linda and Jerry. I just found your channel. It’s amazing , in a good way, that you and Linda both look so much younger than you did when you moved there. So relaxed. That’s a good thing. Those pizzas were delicious. Thanks again.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

You are welcome Jennifer! You and Rick deserve it... And so does Brandon, what a fine fellow. We do love it here, the warm weather is so nice.

[@Nikkipicky]

Glad to hear you two are doing better💕Definitely can tell you got a golden Florida glow now🌞

[@johntamulonis4626]

Great video! You have a great show, thank you for sharing. Love it.

[@gweneckard5110]

You both look great! Florida agrees with you. Really enjoy your videos. God bless you both.