Before moving to Ohio many years ago, I had a great group of friends. They were the type of friends that I could call on when I needed something, they were a shoulder to cry on, we use to get together and have a blast.
We would call each other on the phone and make plans to get together with the kids. While the kids played, we would drink our tea and talk. We would spend the whole day together, sometimes even running into dinnertime. So we'd throw something on the grill or order pizza and the play date continued! We would do this any day of the week, not just at scheduled play groups. It was so relaxed and fun.
On weekends, our families would get together and spend the day just hanging out. Sometimes at the beach or sometimes in a backyard with a campfire. And every once in awhile we would go out, just grown-ups! We weren't just friends because of the kids.
I miss those days. Since moving to Ohio, I have not found friends like that. I've met people here, good people, but I've not formed the type of friendships I had back home. Lots of moms here get together at scheduled play groups and activities with their kids, but that's not what I want. I want real friendships....not just the 10 am-noon play group type. That's not to say I haven't attended groups and activities. I have. It just never became anything more than that.
It's been tough not having any really close friends. As I said, I've met some great people here, but none that I feel really comfortable with calling and asking them to come over and keep me company because I'm lonely. It would be great to have someone just call and tell me they'll come take the kids for awhile so I can get a break! Thankfully, it won't be much longer and I'll be moving. It's a good thing...I don't know how much longer I could go without losing my sanity!!!!!
I hope once I get settled in my new home I'll be able to make some close friendships. It'll be a fresh start. I can't wait!!!
