Lonely

[birdalicious]

I have always had my bouts with lonliness and feeling isolated, but even at my lowest I've always been able to identify the fact that I'm wallowing a bit and if prodded, admit that I have a great big group of friends who would do anything for me if I seriously needed it (and let them know). This is the first time in my life I can honestly say I

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[feel_my_abs]

I do believe that this is a natural progression of life,(as you have pointed out)that we put away frivolous pastimes eventually, and become more interested in comfort and home as we get older. It just naturally follows that it is more 'comfortable' to enjoy our few close friends, at greater intervals, than in running with the 'pack' as often as we once did. That time of our youth was about becoming an individual, finding ourselves, by finding the others that were like us. Once found, we can relax into a more cozy sense of being, not having to strive to prove anything, but just being. It's natural as well, I think, to mourn the loss of the 'pack', and wonder why it ever changed. Do rest assured that it was supposed to. Luv ya! *hugs* Cheer up sweetheart.

[birdalicious]

After talking to some folks with who I still feel close, I think you're correct...it is a natural change. I'm feeling much better.

[spytfire]

I have to say...since leaving Houston, the one thing I miss the most is that circle of friends. The group changed over the years, but there were a core group of folks that I always will cherish, and you, dear Bird are one of them, without a doubt

[birdalicious]

Miss you too. Maybe we'll get to Canada one day for a visit. Brian's brother just married a Canadian.

[birdalicious]

Thanks for the kind words. Love you too.

[neph13]

i felt that way a lot while I was in Houston. I lost connection with people, then ultimately, myself. It was a weird experience and one that I felt ended me and K's relationship. I tuned out, but only because I felt I was being tuned out. Since moving, I have regained ma lot of my sensible views on friendship, but one thing I do hold onto is regret for what should have been...for what I could have done..and I miss you guys and everyone that touched my life on levels beyond friendship. Know that this is a natural phase, I guess as we get older we thin out the circle to come down to the more important levels. You are loved.

[birdalicious]

I do think it is natural and should be expected, but sometimes the realization of what is taking place is unexpected. :-) I'm glad you're enjoying Seattle.