A sad realization

[arewethereyet]

It's hard to be surrounded by people and still be lonely.

My family of origin is pretty much disconnected. I speak with my sister now and then and send a 'Happy Birthday' to my brother on Facebook.

My oldest and youngest live here in town. We all get together very seldom due to work and kid schedules but enjoy the time we do have together. My daughter and I talk a few times a week on the phone and she comes over a few times a month.

Luckily, I am pretty introverted and can entertain myself just fine. Husband and I are often miles apart on various subjects. There are times I just tell him that I don't think we need to talk about certain things. We are both smart asses so that helps.

I am sorry you are feeling as you are. Being forced into retirement is quite a change.