Dear KT1909, We are kindred spirits!  I am the person who started this thread originally.  I too work long hours and have a long commute, plus a house and yard to keep up and by the end of my work days have no desire to get out and do much.  I do fil...

I agree and thanks for your reply.  I am currently exploring some volunteer opportunities too.  It is amazing to me that even when I join groups and offer up my time, that often the leadership of the group does not take me up on the offer.  Even volu...

Thanks for your reply.  Your situation sounds very similar to mine and reassures me that I am not such an odd ball after all! I don't feel unhappy with my current situation, but do wonder if I can sustain it in the long run.  Thanks again!

I have not totally discounted the notion of moving.  I have to find the energy to do so though.  Selling your home, keeping it "perfect" for the showings...packing up and moving...that takes lots of energy.  I am working up to that I think and maybe ...

Would love to hear others thoughts on this topic... I work full time as a nurse so I have a lot of social interaction there, but am not socially active with co-workers as very few are: 1. single and 2. over 50.  I live out in the country, alone. I do...