I know just how you feel, too. I’ve always been shy and only ever had a few close friends. I went to university and left my high school friends behind. I made friends at college, but as soon as I left, they all dropped off the face of the earth, it seemed. I was working at a department store and had friends there, but I had to quit a year ago (I developed a back problem that prevented me from being able to perform the duties of the job) and I NEVER get a call or a text or a Facebook message asking me to hang out. I had a really good friend, we considered ourselves each others best friend, there, and she hasn’t spoken to me at all. When I tag her in a Facebook note or write on her wall, the most she will do is ‘Like’ it. I know that we have grown apart, but it’s just a shame. I feel hurt that she is able to let me go so easily, you know?

I live alone and that is another reason why I’m lonely. I also have NO money, as I am still unable to work, to go out and take classes or visit places, and I struggle even with volunteering because I can’t be on my feet for more than a few moments. It’s a really difficult time in my life right now.

Just know that there are others out there who are able to sympathize with you 🙂

-Si