Sad and lonely...

[Donnaj4962]

I would suggest that while you are trying to find another job that you also try to find something that you can volunteer for. I work at our local Council on Aging, and there are so many lonely seniors in today's world that I think you would find it fun and fulfilling to do some volunteer work with them. Also, many day care centers would absolutely LOVE someone to call and say they would like to volunteer. Talk about a fulfilling position (although no money!)!!!! And unconditional love!

I, too, was without a job for a while, am a little shy, and had virtually no friends. I found it helpful to just get out and DO something, even if it was to apply for jobs. I was able to talk to people and get fresh air! Sometimes it is hard to drag yourself out of the house, but believe me, it will be worth it!

Keep the faith that a job will come along. You never know, a volunteer position could suddenly become a paying position! That's what happened to me!

[moosmom]

DJ,

Volunteering, especially at an animal shelter, is a great way to meet people. It also allows you to do what you like best, shmooze with animals and give them the love and attention they so desperately need.

I'm sorry you're feeling so sad and lonely. It's difficult when you are in a city you don't really know anyone. I'll be home after work around 10:30 if you want to chat via IM.

(((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))) to you honey!

[Karen]

You have friends here!

A good book is always a nice way to pass alone time. Is there a library at which you could volunteer? Not only will that allow you to meet people and maybe find a friend, browsing the periodicals for jobs can't hurt!

[lvpets2002]

Hey your not alone = you have all of us & the critters... I love the idea of going to the library & or park.. Volenteer work is good.. Always remember if one door closes there will always be another better one open..

[DJFyrewolf36]

Thanks guys! I guess why I feel so lonely is because I went away for a year to college back in 2000 and when I came back everyone I knew was gone. I suddenly knew no one in a town I grew up in! It was, and still is a very wierd experence. All of my girl friends moved away, and I havent really been able to find any one else outside of my jobs since. I realize how important it is to have other types of relationships, other than my husband, and mostly I think thats why Im feeling kind of sad about things. I want to have friends and stuff but like I said, I'm shy about people. Im going down to the shelter tomorow to see if they need voulenteers. I might go to the humane society too to see.

[slleipnir]

I feel for you. I really do. I'm the same way. I really dont have any friends of any sort. I wish I had something supportive to say, but I don't really know what to say. I'm here if you every want someone to talk to though

[davidpizzica]

DJ, call me up on MSN Messenger! I;d like to hear about the blue pill! P.S. that festiva parts car is still at that junkyard near me!