One of the best things about the Florida retirement lifestyle is the never-ending list of things to see and do year-round. Residents of Lake Ashton frequently enjoy the Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland. This former cattle ranch has been restored to its original natural state and ranks as one of the most impressive bird… Read More »
7 Things to do at Circle B Bar Reserve
Lake Ashton Spring Cleaning Checklist
Long before the days of electricity and air conditioning, when homes were heated with coal, oil and wood and lighted with candles and kerosene, spring cleaning was a time to open up the house and get rid of the soot and grime that accumulated over the winter. Of course, if you are enjoying owning a… Read More »
Florida Retirement Lifestyle: Expressing Gratitude
It’s spring, and if you’re fortunate enough to be enjoying Florida retirement, you have a lot for which to be grateful. We asked some Lake Ashton residents for thoughts on how to celebrate gratitude during this lovely season and all year. Some ideas we heard: • Instead of an Easter basket full of candy, have… Read More »
Walking is the Perfect Winter Fitness Plan for Healthy Florida Retirement Lifestyles
One of the best things about Florida retirement is being able to exercise outside all year round, and walking is one of the best ways to stay fit at any age. The benefits of a daily brisk walk include: • Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight • Preventing or maintaining various medical conditions, including heart… Read More »
Before You Tour Retirement Communities in Florida
Retirement in general is a major life transition and choosing where you’re going to live after you retire is one of the most important choices you’ll make as you prepare for the process. If you’re considering retirement communities in Florida, these tips will help you get the most out of your tours: • Make a… Read More »
Florida Retirement Lifestyle: Keeping Your Memory Sharp
Forgot where you put your keys? Can’t think of the name of someone you know well? These types of memory lapses are normal for people of all ages. Even so, there’s plenty you can do even after you move to Lake Ashton to keep your memory sharp. We did some research and came up with… Read More »
Making Fitness Part of Your Florida Retirement
Did your New Year’s resolutions include a commitment to maintaining or improving your level of fitness? Or are you just looking for ways to incorporate a workout area into your retirement dream home in Florida? In any case, a fitness space that is convenient, attractive and efficient is far more likely to be of use… Read More »
Beat the Winter Blues with Fun Things to do in Your Florida Retirement
Even though Florida winters don’t include snow, the temperatures can drop enough to make retirees want to stay inside more than you do during the rest of the year. With holiday events over, here are some things you can do indoors to avoid a post-Christmas letdown: • See a movie. For big-screen viewing of first-run… Read More »
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