Happy Memorial Day Monday, Villagers! Whether you're on the golf course, the pickleball court, or the lanai with a cold one — hope it's a good one. Inside today: we want to know how many original parts you're still running, the Elite Eight bracket is officially underway, there's a Begonia with two master suites and a Jacuzzi worth a look, and the Sleep Series tackles the midnight bathroom mystery. Let's go. ☀️

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🗓️ On This Day in 1969 — Apollo 10 splashed down safely in the Pacific after the "dress rehearsal" mission that paved the way for the Moon landing just two months later. The crew came within 47,000 feet of the lunar surface — then turned around and came home.

— Kevin Rogers, Publisher

Poll of The Week

Are You Still All Original Parts?

In most places, joint replacement surgery is a big deal. In The Villages, it's practically a rite of passage.

Between the pickleball, the golf, the tennis, and the decades of just... living — our joints have logged some serious miles. And modern medicine has gotten very good at the tune-up.

So let's find out where everyone stands:

Drop your answer in the comments — and if you have a recovery tip, a surgeon recommendation, or just a good war story, we want to hear it. 👇

🏡 House of The Week

Dual master suites, a private Jacuzzi patio, and a stained glass front door that'll stop you in your tracks — this Begonia Designer Home in Dunedin is the one to see this week.

💲 $569,000 | Open House 📆 Wednesday, May 27 | ⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

📍 1424 Walnut Way, Village of Dunedin | 📐 2,337 sq ft

Why it stands out:

🚪 Stunning stained glass front door with matching side panel & transom
🛏️ Two full master suites, each with ensuite bath & walk-in shower
🍳 Upgraded eat-in kitchen with solar tube, pendant lighting & under/over cabinet ambiance lighting
♨️ Private paver patio with heated Jacuzzi & lush privacy hedge — your own backyard retreat
🌡️ Enclosed, temperature-controlled lanai with remote-controlled roll-down shades — year-round comfort
🚗 2-car plus golf cart garage with custom closets & whole-home water filtration throughout

Two master suites, a Jacuzzi, and a temperature-controlled lanai — this Begonia has the upgrades that matter most in The Villages lifestyle. A short golf cart ride gets you to Brownwood Paddock Square for dining and entertainment, with Evans Prairie Country Club just around the corner.

🌴 Villages Pulse Lifestyle

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Pulse Sleep Series

🚶 Why You Keep Waking Up to Use the Bathroom — And What to Do About It

You fall asleep fine. Then 1am hits. Then 3am. Then 5am. Each time, the same reason.

Waking once to use the bathroom is common after 60. Waking two, three, or four times? That's nocturia — and it's one of the most underreported sleep disruptors in older adults.

Here's what's actually driving it:

Your body makes more urine at night as you age. A hormone called ADH (antidiuretic hormone) that normally slows nighttime urine production declines with age. Less ADH = more trips.

Fluid timing matters more than total intake. Drinking most of your fluids after 4pm — including that evening wine or sparkling water — loads your bladder right when you're trying to sleep.

Swollen legs are a hidden trigger. If you retain fluid in your legs during the day (common in Florida heat), lying down redistributes that fluid straight to your kidneys. Elevating your legs for an hour before bed can move that fluid out before you lie down.

It's sometimes a symptom, not just a habit. Diabetes, sleep apnea, heart conditions, and prostate issues can all cause nocturia. If it's new or getting worse, mention it at your next appointment.

What actually helps:

💧 Cut fluids 2–3 hours before bed — but don't restrict daytime hydration 🧦 Compression socks during the day reduce evening fluid buildup in the legs 🛋️ Legs elevated for 60 minutes before bed moves fluid before you lie down 🩺 Track how many times you wake — it's useful data for your doctor

📖 Nocturia: Causes & Treatments — Sleep Foundation 📖 Nocturia: Symptoms & Treatment — Cleveland Clinic 📖 Behavioral Therapies for Nocturia — NAFC

Villages Pulse Battle of The Bands

We started with 32 bands. We're down to 8. The Elite Eight is officially underway — and if your favorite made it this far, now is not the time to stop voting. Four battles drop this week. Don't miss them. 🎶

Upcoming Events

Want a Featured Event with a poster/image? Reach out.

🏌️‍♀️ Ladies Putting Clinic | Central Lake | Tue May 26 | 8 am | Details

🏌️ High Pitch Shots Clinic | Legacy Lopez | May 27 | 8:30 am | Details

Joaniefit Kickboxing | Sawgrass | Wed May 27 | 9 am | Details

Sunset Socials | Black Lake Trail Walk | Wed May 27 | 6 pm | Details

Outdoor Movie: Raising Arizona | Farragut Softball | Thu May 28 | 6 pm

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Thanks!

Thanks for reading. Whether you're still running all original parts or you've had a tune-up or two — you've earned every mile. Vote in the poll, keep an eye on the bracket, and we'll see you Thursday. 🎶

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