I Want to Make Friends

I wish I had friends to go out with. People my age I can connect with. I wish it was easy to make friends. I feel like the older you get the harder it seems. At this point I wish I had one genuine person in my life I could depend on.

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greenmountaingal · 70-79, F

I have become a lonely old lady. All my close friends and relatives have died or moved far away or are busy with their own problems and are ignoring me. It's been tough at times. It's harder to make new friends when you get older. I just moved to a new town a few months ago and at times I am a very lonely soul. Wish I knew some easy answers.

Goldengirl22 · F

Aw that makes me sad. I'm sorry. If you were in my town I would love to hang out with you! Are there any social events in the area? Or even joining a club perhaps?

greenmountaingal · 70-79, F

@Goldengirl22: I've joined a church. And it helps a little. I have a friend in the next town but she has a demanding job with a long commute. So I visit when I can. I live in the CA desert..
Let me know if you're out my way!

Goldengirl22 · F

@greenmountaingal: I was thinking about saying church but wasn't sure if you're religious or not. I know my aunt is your age and she goes to church every morning and has made some friends going.

greenmountaingal · 70-79, F

@Goldengirl22: I became a Christian last year. I really enjoy my church. In general, churches are friendly places. I have signed up to go on a women's retreat in Feb.