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11th Apr 2020La1612 commented on:
"really" making new friends!Hi Lily, this is a difficult one isn't it. After living in the Midlands UK for 60yrs, we moved to Devon to be near grandchildren. I was worried about leaving friends and family behind, however I have found the local area to be friendly, I have joined some groups and I do a Pilates class 3 times a week, I do agree though that once people have completed the activity they rush home. The only difference I have found is the Pilates class and that is because the teachers have a coffee and biscuit ready for everyone after the class, we all sit around on sofas and relax, this gives people the time to chat to get to know one another and not just concentrate on the activity. I have also met new friends in our local coffee shop, the same people seem to pop in for coffee so they became familiar, we invited the owners to our house for a drink and nibbles and have continued to build friendships in that way, by either chatting in the coffee shop or inviting neighbours etc around for a coffee or drinks. What about a dance class? you can go along without a partner, I usually find them very friendly and there is nothing more fun than some music and dance lessons, they also often have social evenings to try your new dance skills out or just to have a social get together. Good luck, don't give up, I'm sure you will find some friends soon xx