I don’t have a close circle of friends any more and I really miss it. I’m just so acutely aware of it. I’m a mum and I do go to parent and toddler groups and socialise there but it seems a lot of the other mums are so set in their own social circles/families they don’t have time for more than casual friendships. Its really depressing me and always on my mind. Help!
Re: Gaping gap in my life
Hmm, well are you taking the socializing (with these other mums) beyond the parent and toddler groups? For example, if there are a couple that you seem to get along with, you can maybe invite them over to your house.....or plan to go to a movie. But you can't keep it vague like "Oh we should go shopping or watch a movie some time." Rather, if you pick a day or time....it will have more direction and won't be so up in the air. You can't always wait for the other person to ask, sometimes you have to take the initiative yourself. And taking that risk can enable you to see if you want to pursue the friendship or if you should find other people.
Or how about the masjid? You could meet people there as well.