I would like to make new friends for general conversation only
Watch this postI have recently moved to a new home, and I feel very isolated where I am living not knowing many people here. I would very much like to make and chat with some new friends. Is there anyone else in the same situation?
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I’m wondering if you know about U3A which is a great way of meeting people alongside playing table tennis, yoga etc. I came to Edinburgh 7 years ago and have a full life with a little help fr9m U3A so I would recommend it.
Patricia
We are out in the country on a farm and since all the kids have grown and flown this summer it's been a weird. Too quiet! My trusty cat meets me at the door when I get home from work, hubby gets in much later. Happy married. I'm happy to chat with strangers. So say hello!
Would enjoy hearing from another octogenarian! Florida USA my home base, presently residing in a building of 72 residents, most of whom are younger, although this is a 55 and older residence. Brighten my existence - send a greeting or two or three!
I’m 64 & live in Worthing. I love it here & im just a 5 min walk from the beach . I live on my own & looking for new friends. I Love painting & drawing ,reading .
Just down the road from you in Ash
As many on this thread, I would like to make new friends and meet for coffee and a chat.
I am 64 and going through separation and divorce, which at my age seems quite late. Could do with some new friends! Sundays are quite challenging.
I am in North Hampshire, but close to West Berkshire and Berkshire too...
Would love to hear from someone interested in making new friends.
New here too, I live in south Hertfordshire and happy to chat
Happy to chat. I am not too far from you in Gloucestershire.
Deb
I've just joined the site. My husband passed away earlier this year, and although I'm slowly building a new life, I'd be grateful for some tips on how to survive the first year.
I would also like to chat to dog lovers and book worms!
Welcome to Silversurfers. Sorry to hear about the death of your husband - I think that the first year after a bereavement is especially hard as it's "the year of firsts" as you cope with birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas etc without your partner. I hope that you find many topics of interest in the Forum which you can join in with. I'm the leader of one of the Book Groups for my local U3A so am sometimes taken right out of my comfort zone having to read books which other members have recommended. I disliked "Elmet" by Fiona Mozley - too violent but have just finished "Ma'am Darling" by Craig Brown which is quite an informative book about Princess Margaret - lots of gossip and scandal 🙂
You might feel like joining your local U3A as they usually have lots of groups ranging from Antiques to Whist and everything in between. I'm in our Singing for Fun group which is great. We also have a Holiday group and it is nice going away with them as you usually know most of the people by sight at least so there's always a friendly face to chat to and quite a few people are single so you wouldn't feel alone in a crowd. Good Luck 🙂
I am so very sorry for your loss. I lost my husband 10 years ago this October. As Carole said, the year of firsts is tough as you navigate the first birthday, Christmas or other occasion on your own. I remember wishing I had a sign on my forehead saying "broken" because that's how I felt. It is that feeling of being lost all the time, or not knowing which way to go.
I joined my local book club, and although I didn't like every choice, it did give me something to think about. I also joined a local walking group and many of them do encourage dogs. You can find local groups via Meetup which is a good place to start.
Just remember you are not alone Tulabelle.
Deb
Lizzyann
I do spend most of my time pottering around the garden.
I have two dogs. Lovely family but who are busy with their own lives.
Like you I dip in and out of the site occasionally. I too have 2 dogs....feel free to drop me a line if you wish.
Sandra
Lynn im kimberley and i,ve just jojoined im from Dover,Kent where do you live?
kimberley