I just had the scare of my life!

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6. Thanks, niyad...

I have approached the Council on Aging here, but maybe because it's such a little town and filled with retired officer types, I just didn't feel comfortable. And I found that unusual, as I generally find it easy to strike up a conversation with anyone. I'm hoping this counselor can give me some clues to other groups in the area.

For now, one of my coven sibs who's wife is in pretty bad shape (she's one of my best friends) is checking in with me each day to tell me how she's doing and to see if I need any help. It's funny how that little text message at about the same time each night gives me something to look forward to, and makes my heart feel a little lighter when I read it. And, thank goodness, his wife seems to be recovering well...

I lean on DU more than I probably ought to, but I really don't have anyone else around to "let it all hang out" when I've reached that point, ya know? Was talking to my SIL yesterday, and actually broke down crying while on the phone with her. I miss her so bad... and I think I just miss that physical touch from someone who knows and cares. Being retired really shrinks your social circle, something for which I was not prepared.