tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post9044717605636424785..comments2024-03-27T22:13:53.704-04:00Comments on The Misadventures of Widowhood: Condo Rules, Widowers, Breasts and Pocket Change---Oh, My!Misadventures of Widowhoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17262709452281226620noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-59706169139701859352015-11-21T18:01:15.271-05:002015-11-21T18:01:15.271-05:00I know what you mean! it's a scary thought.The...I know what you mean! it's a scary thought.The fact that they can change the rules makes me nervous! I think a person with a pet has less opportunity to even buy a condo because while you're getting your dog approved someone else without pets could come in and make an offer that doesn't depend on the boards approval.Misadventures of Widowhoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17262709452281226620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-70199584634342682132015-11-21T17:53:07.842-05:002015-11-21T17:53:07.842-05:00I would be very, very nervous about those pet rule...I would be very, very nervous about those pet rules the Condo association has. Of course, I've heard some real stories about HOAs, etc. The problem isn't the rules when you move in -- it can be what happens after. One thing you might find out is if they change the rules, you can be grandfathered in. For example, if they were to go to "no dogs over ten pounds", would you be shoreacreshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16284698314697628805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-80775467763807952352015-11-21T16:18:54.251-05:002015-11-21T16:18:54.251-05:00What gets me is it isn't just men who don'...What gets me is it isn't just men who don't like seeing a baby breastfeed in public. Some women are also very much against it, even discreet breast feeding.Misadventures of Widowhoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17262709452281226620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-56556502900195287182015-11-21T16:00:11.134-05:002015-11-21T16:00:11.134-05:00Amen! Crazy double standard. I think it smacks o...Amen! Crazy double standard. I think it smacks of sexism. Women as sex objects are fine. Women as mothers, caring for their babies? Not so much...since it reminds what those breasts are actually for!<br />donnajurenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10799559087972759233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-64014943183015482492015-11-21T12:13:07.682-05:002015-11-21T12:13:07.682-05:00I can actually understand the DNA requirement in a...I can actually understand the DNA requirement in apartment houses and condos that are stacked. Finding poop in a hallway or elevator would not be fun. You have a dog, you need to be responsible. But strict condo rules are making rethink the condo idea. I just can't imagine putting on my winter clothing and boots each time Levi wants to pee.<br /><br />You sound like my great niece-in-law. Misadventures of Widowhoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17262709452281226620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-54553544635713760132015-11-21T11:13:19.753-05:002015-11-21T11:13:19.753-05:00DNA testing???? Why? That's just weird. I g...DNA testing???? Why? That's just weird. I guess I understand the "rules" on dogs (likely trying to keep out the big potentially dangerous ones?) but really...I'd be worried too that some dog-hating board could disrupt your living situation over a dog issue of their choosing. Nope. <br /><br />Breastfeeding. JUST DO IT IN PUBLIC! The more mothers demonstrate the normalcy donnajurenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10799559087972759233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-7839150999196795552015-11-20T09:03:07.299-05:002015-11-20T09:03:07.299-05:00I really don't have a problem with the DNA tes...I really don't have a problem with the DNA testing for dogs, especially in apartment housing but I'd protect the heck out my dog's droppings so they couldn't get stolen and him set up for a crime we didn't comment. We once had a neighbor who was fighting with another neighbor and that neighbor went around the neighborhood collecting dog poop and put it all over the other Misadventures of Widowhoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17262709452281226620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-989175981934856882015-11-20T02:19:09.125-05:002015-11-20T02:19:09.125-05:00Rules, rules, rules. You can ask (and I would) fo...Rules, rules, rules. You can ask (and I would) for a copy of the CC+Rs, ByLaws and any House (or Administrative) Rules. I have never heard of the DNA testing ... but it's a good idea if you have someone who doesn't pick up. They can easily identify the culprit! Expensive, but fair.<br /><br />Our condo says 2 domestic pets. They are considering having breed specific or size specific.The Awkward Widowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03729456066739275695noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-56963283557418525482015-11-18T21:44:16.266-05:002015-11-18T21:44:16.266-05:00It's really disappointing! Especially since a ...It's really disappointing! Especially since a good share of the condos in this community are zero steps condos with features for older people like wide hallways and doorways, level door handles, tall toilets.That's one of the reasons I like it. I don't know much about condos so it's a learning curve for me. I might end up with just a smaller house, but that's not my first Misadventures of Widowhoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17262709452281226620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-75436713843425467492015-11-18T21:34:29.511-05:002015-11-18T21:34:29.511-05:00Yikes! However flat the walking paths, a condo ass...Yikes! However flat the walking paths, a condo association that does not <i>ever</i> allow a dog to be tied outside for a few minutes to relieve itself does not seem very friendly to older people who live alone. What happens if you get sick? Or have a broken bone? No matter -- you still have to get out and walk the dog. I could understand a rule that dogs can never be left out barking and Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-82336613735641088052015-11-18T19:19:46.489-05:002015-11-18T19:19:46.489-05:00It's the principle of the matter for me, too. ...It's the principle of the matter for me, too. The store cash register receipt had a website on it to take a survey about my shopping experience. I usually ignore that stuff but this time I took the time to fill one out and let the change headquarters know I don't appreciate being asked if I want my change. If I hear anything back, I'll let you all know.Misadventures of Widowhoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17262709452281226620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-88706562991234189502015-11-18T18:14:29.559-05:002015-11-18T18:14:29.559-05:00I learn things from your blog. Re small change, it...I learn things from your blog. Re small change, it's only a few cents now, then a couple of dollars....Why should I be shamed out of my change?! I prefer to donate to a charity of my choice. Plus, I've never known a store (exception being small owner owned stores) to say - when I'm hunting for the last 5c , to say "forget it". Admittedly 5c multiplied by zillion customers isAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-64126290745573045892015-11-18T11:09:48.622-05:002015-11-18T11:09:48.622-05:00The problem with lying about Levi's weight wou...The problem with lying about Levi's weight would be that if anyone had a problem with me or him or just plain didn't like dogs the condo board would have an excuse to vote him off the island. When we rented an apartment while the house was being built we paid $20 a month for him. I don't get charging extra for cats when you own your mobile home and your cats don't go out. Just donMisadventures of Widowhoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17262709452281226620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-70137910905192925542015-11-18T10:56:47.366-05:002015-11-18T10:56:47.366-05:00Makes you wonder what other rules they have, doesn...Makes you wonder what other rules they have, doesn't it. I've learned one thing important, though....look at the condo rules before even thinking of putting in an offer, don't just take the owner's word. Misadventures of Widowhoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17262709452281226620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-80083053071926221542015-11-18T10:33:38.607-05:002015-11-18T10:33:38.607-05:00I'd never move into that condo. They must hav...I'd never move into that condo. They must have problems galore. Good grief those pet rules are over the top.<br /><br />Have a fabulous day. ☺Sandeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06785788498697004273noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-39424228725727008952015-11-18T09:56:39.017-05:002015-11-18T09:56:39.017-05:00How in the world do you check a dog's DNA? He...How in the world do you check a dog's DNA? Here, we have to pay $10.00 extra a month in rent if we have a dog. Used to have a 25# weight limit too and Fred's dog weighed 29#, so I just lied. Now, I see all sorts of big dogs around, so that weight restriction must have been changed. Suppose to pay an extra $10.00 a month for EACH cat too, so I lied again, when we got them. My cats Judyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03399435237919718544noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-17706505738611177502015-11-18T08:20:02.356-05:002015-11-18T08:20:02.356-05:00That's what shocked me, that a condo board cou...That's what shocked me, that a condo board could make rules for inside beyond what the township says about animals. When I asked about why a rule about birds she couldn't tell me. She was just manning the phones and reading from a book. This is the first time I've asked about condo rules so I have a lot to learn. I might have to start looking for a small house but I really don't Misadventures of Widowhoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17262709452281226620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-47435791968538730522015-11-18T08:14:11.896-05:002015-11-18T08:14:11.896-05:00The donate a dollar or round up your change for ch...The donate a dollar or round up your change for charity is common around here but it goes in the cash register and shows up on your receipt that you donated. This dollar store and the other two places aren't doing that. <br /><br />The dog DNA around apartment houses is common. I just didn't know condos did it too. The 'at the discretion of the board' makes me uncomfortable. I Misadventures of Widowhoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17262709452281226620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-8723833641712510632015-11-18T06:25:20.914-05:002015-11-18T06:25:20.914-05:00And one more thing... I'm surprised that the b...And one more thing... I'm surprised that the board's reach extends inside the homeowners residence. My rebel side would feel compelled to get two birds.Bella Rumhttp://bellarum.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5990351249805345004.post-7473529417291834822015-11-18T05:05:34.426-05:002015-11-18T05:05:34.426-05:00I haven't had anyone ask me if I want my chang...I haven't had anyone ask me if I want my change yet, but I have been asked if I want to donate a dollar to.... whatever the cause de jour was. Also, there was a thrift shop that I frequented when I lived at Dad's. They kept a jar on the counter and always asked if you wanted to donate your change. <br /><br />That condo's doggie rules are a little over the top. DNA!?! I've never Bella Rumhttp://bellarum.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.com