tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post4520705842597232134..comments2023-09-17T15:44:55.446-04:00Comments on My Wandering Mind: Getting Old and Moving AwayJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-437482115164620832015-07-18T08:48:59.011-04:002015-07-18T08:48:59.011-04:00Thank you, Pua. I'm not giving up!Thank you, Pua. I'm not giving up!Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-25701564826788800722015-07-11T22:41:40.838-04:002015-07-11T22:41:40.838-04:00I'm from Manhattan where I can make friends in...I'm from Manhattan where I can make friends in a NY sec. Now I live in a cul de sac in SC---where people were incredibly unfriendly.<br />I was beginning to think it was me. Affected every area of my life and couldn't understand why I met more people before I actually moved here--and never saw them again<br />I joined several meetup groups and met great people. Then joined local facebook groups. Now I host one of the lunch groups<br />New friendly neighbors moved in<br /> Fortunately I have some friends here but they only live here part time<br />It's hard Jo but keep looking---and join groups with and without your husband. I'm so not a joiner but it works for mepiahttp://courtingdestiny.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-73658553258892937432015-07-11T09:03:18.394-04:002015-07-11T09:03:18.394-04:00I think you are going to be fine because you are a...I think you are going to be fine because you are a joiner. I'm not. I don't want to be obligated to attend anything, I know you're not really obligated, but if I join, I will feel obligated. Volunteering has entered our conversations and even been tossed around with some serious thought. Something with the preservation of the marine life, wildlife preservation, animal rescue work...even finding a volunteer position at a doggie daycare or boarding place. But again, I really don't want anyone to count on me to be somewhere and do something.<br />It's 10 months since I lost Momma and I still feel like I need not to be needed, yet.<br />I'm very glad to be having company this week coming. I've missed my kids so much and this visit is more than welcome. TOMORROW.Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-84529134125454024072015-07-11T08:52:32.740-04:002015-07-11T08:52:32.740-04:00Lonely...that isn't really the right word beca...Lonely...that isn't really the right word because there are many people to talk to and I have Roomy and Jake. It's more a feeling of being a "visitor" with no outside connections. Lots of acquaintances and waiting for friends and family to come visit us. Hard to explain, but odd.<br />I can see why you were homesick, the shy gene is not a friend in a new life. I am neither shy nor uncomfortable. I'm not homesick either, though I know Roomy has had a few bouts of that.Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-68933989749371186052015-07-11T00:44:37.491-04:002015-07-11T00:44:37.491-04:00Well, I have to agree with Joe up there. Those fol...Well, I have to agree with Joe up there. Those folks have no idea what they're missing out on by not befriending you. I will be in much the same boat when we move. I've already contacted a few friends and was surprised to find out how many of them don't do anything anymore, everybody's tired.. Me, I'm ready to fly! I got out the calendar of events happening in the city, I've made note of the ones I'd like to attend. I'm very fortunate that mostly everything is free, and I've looked up some writing groups and crafting groups too. There's always something going on, and if not, there will always be early mornings and quiet nights on the back patio or drives to the mountains. I do totally get missing those bdays and holiday get togethers.. I miss the kiddos and my grands every second of the day and every day I question my move but all around, I know it was for the best. When I do go visit I get quality time, blocked out just for me and that to me is special. What about volunteering opportunities? I've checked into those too. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-29067127613641813412015-07-10T23:01:53.970-04:002015-07-10T23:01:53.970-04:00Just out of high school I moved to Nashville, Tenn...Just out of high school I moved to Nashville, Tennessee to go to college. I thought it was going to be the best thing ever because I loved to visit. The only thing, once I got there I realized living there was a whole different ball of wax. I had to time my trips here and there well before or after rush hour, most times staying on campus studying. I had no friends, really wasn't as familiar with the city as I thought, and my folks lived 8 hours north. I found out very quickly I was lonely and wanted to go home. I discovered I was shy and I longed for the familiar. I am happy you are adjusting and I can sure understand the mixed bag you are experiencing. I hope things get better for you. Enjoy the beach. Enjoy Florida. Be happy. You were quite used to having family gatherings and being around lots of people you know, and I can imagine that Florida is quite lonely.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11564863484894692249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-85294758845634005052015-07-10T22:35:58.853-04:002015-07-10T22:35:58.853-04:00I keep telling these people what an awesome couple...I keep telling these people what an awesome couple we are! LOL<br />Hard cider? Maybe. Beer is good for now.<br />I love the heat and it's a great excuse to just sit or hang out at the beach.<br />😘😎<br />Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-71031274789593446442015-07-10T21:25:56.071-04:002015-07-10T21:25:56.071-04:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Joe Ormerodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03337984962516170189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-2621260419882107462015-07-10T21:25:45.214-04:002015-07-10T21:25:45.214-04:00Glad you're enjoying the move...
Wish your nei...Glad you're enjoying the move...<br />Wish your neighbors were smart enough to get to know you like we do...they're really missing out.<br />You could try one of the hard ciders instead of wine...maybe they won't bother your tummy.<br />DO take it easy in the heat!!! You're still sporting that Northerners blood...give it a couple years to thin out and you'll be wearing down coats if it gets below 60° just like you were born there!!! LolJoe Ormerodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03337984962516170189noreply@blogger.com