Community is so important. A friend of mine had a pact with her older neighbor. The neighbor would open her laundry room blinds every morning to signal that she was up and about. One morning, she didn't and my friend was there for her to help. We all need someone to lean on. Thank you for this topic.
Years ago, this was my experience also with an older and very dear neighbor. She knew that when she woke up, she rolled up her bedroom window shade (that I could see easily from my house, just across the driveway) . We both actually enjoyed that arrangement we had. She knew I was looking out for her and it also gave me a sense of purpose. I miss her ♥
When my son was in his early 30’s he went through a life changing experience, rehab, recovery and we were sitting there on one of those post difficult days and he said, “What now mom, my life is over, what now? And I turned to him and with all the love and optimism in my heart I said, “What now? Oh my dear child, you haven’t even met your best friends yet!” I was in my early 60’s then, just retired and we had just relocated from where we had brought up our children and I was telling a new friend of that conversation I had had with my son and she lit up, like turning on an afternoon lamp, she looked at me kind of shocked and then smiled and I knew, she knew, we would we would be best friends. What if we always held that idea, as a real possibility, no matter what age we are, “Oh my dear child, you haven’t even met your best friends yet!” It came out of my mouth, not from me but through me, for me and for everyone I can share it with.
@@LindaVater In my life, that is what I call a God moment. No matter what you may believe, a power higher than you saw your need and answered it. Gratitude abounds for those moments. I have been privileged to be a part of moments such as that as I live these 82yrs. Love is forever.
Oh, did I ever need this today. I just wrote it down in red sharpie and put it on my fridge. At 74 and newly relocated, the inspiration is a blessing. Thank you.
It’s really interesting and comforting to know IT’S NOT JUST ME! Gosh, yall are spot on. I have a fraction of the friends I once had,,,some lost by simple evolving lives, some I’ve chosen to let go of thru that “mental flushing” you called it. As for choosing where to place an investment on NEW friends, I’m much more choosy now than when I was younger. Hence the deficit. But I look around and think, “Dang, where’s everybody at! What did I do?” But it sounds like it’s more common than I thought. 🤷🏻♀️
I live by myself..and love it so much..I am not good at finding people..and I was married for 45 yrers..until Paul passed. Just feel ok about it❤ Not wanting anybody.been alone 5 years..Just moved into a new build, completely passionate about designing my home..I am 72.
It was wonderful to see Michele again - I remember the tour of her lovely home. This is such an important conversation. Since retiring 5 years ago, then covid hit, then I had some medical issues that laid me up for a while, .... I found it was easier to pass on invitations to gather with friends and kinda lost my spontaneity. My goal this year is to make the effort, take the initiative in planning a meet-up with friends. Thank you.
I feel blessed one of my best friends she moved in the neighborhood when we were 10 . We have been friends for 54 years we been thru everything over the years . Married , kids now kids are grown have their own families . We live 30 mins from each other and talk every day . We laugh we will always be friends we know too much about each other . She is one I know she would be there and has no matter what .
Thank you Linda. Your message about making friends at any age is so important and relevant. After retiring and relocating to another city it's been so hard to start over and make new connections.
This is very good. I’m 64 and lost my youngest son to suicide 6.2.24. Several people that I thought were good friends literally deserted me! (Apparently I was not fun anymore. My son’s death changed me.) I had to do what you call a “mental flushing” by no choice! I am very selective these days who I share with. I also am pleased with how many new people that have experienced tragedy have reached out to me and formed new friendships. We do changed as we get older and have different expectations from the friends that remain. And that’s perfect acceptable!
I am 72 years old and me and my childhood friend since we were 5 years old still endures. We grew up living across the street from each other. Our mom's were best friends until they passed away. We live several hours away from each other, but we still talk and text every week. It is fun reminiscing about the past and keeping up with each other as we age.
I have a low tolerance of toxic anything in retrospect of previous friendships that were short lived. Sweet friendship you have with Michele, and such a lovely home tour! The land of friendship truly has to be cultivated. My occasional problem is time permitting, but am grateful for friends that are understanding and even loads of fun. Loved the boutique with the many colorful choices. When I open my closet now, it's obvious that I've tend to tone things down a bit
In the shop showing the layering pieces... I am 74 and remember back in the 60s and 70s... they sold sets of patterned cuffs and collars. You would layer them under sweaters , eliminating the bulk of a full blouse. i remember I had an entire drawer of them in different colors and patterns. They were so fun! I definitely need to learn the skills of initiating new friendships. I just moved and left my home of 52 years. I have only been in my new home for 10 weeks, and I live alone. I love her home and use of little lamps , with pools of light everywhere. This is soooo me. I really like the two next to each other on the bar. I would not have thought to put two so close, but absolutely love the look. Linda, how fortunate to be able to just move near friends and a neighborhood, and be relatively close to where you were. Also the fact that you are a well known garden blogger , does invite others to approach you.
“Practice” that word really resonated with me. I tend to just want to be private and not step out of my comfort zone. But, I need to practice socializing more which will help me overcome some of my anxieties. You two ladies are very well suited in terms of your personalities, articulation, home decor styles, etc etc. Loved this conversation and thank you for giving me some tools to help me practice…
When I was in my 30s, I was working hard as a musician playing practically six nights a week most weeks. My mother made friends with people who were my age. They were in a theater group that she was involved with. I almost felt jealous of her because, she was able to socialize in the evenings and I was working on my career. But then she said to me your day will come Suzanne. You will need to make younger friends when you get to be my age. I am now older than she was when she said that to me, but I never forgot it. I’m loving your topic because friendships do change throughout our livesand what appropriate one point is not in another. It’s something that should be re-examined from time to time. Thanks for your topic. We love listening to you.
What a valuable discussion on making friends! Years ago, when I moved to a new city and lived in a townhouse, I met most of the neighbors while walking my dogs every day. Some of the friendships have lasted to this day. Now, living out in the country where houses are farther apart, it has been harder, especially since I'm an introvert and not likely to knock on someone's door if I don't know them. Much to think about. . .Thank you for the practical lifestyle content of your videos - they're always fun as well as informative.
I was involved in several groups and clubs here where I live and the issue was that these people were not of the same mindset that I was other than what the subject matter was, being gardening or art. Many of the people were opposite me socially and politically and their intolerance was very palpable and I felt that I had to censor myself constantly. I have no problem making friends, it's always been easy for me to talk to anyone of any age. I'm not one who gets lonely so having friendships, actually just acquaintances is fine with me. I do have one person now that I met about 3 years ago and she and I have become very close and I do confide in her and she does in me as well. A few very old friends dating back to the '60s '70s and '80s, I no longer speak to because of their once again, intolerance of my views. I don't discuss certain topics with people who are not like-minded, I do accept the fact that we don't think alike however they don't accept the fact that we don't think alike. Therefore walking on eggshells is not something I want to do with people. So I can take it or leave it when it comes to relationships with others. Even my own daughter has disowned me and never speaks to me anymore because of her extreme views. I shrug my shoulders at all of this discourse, and all I want to do is be at peace with who I am. I do enjoy my garden however and my neighbors who come by and say hello and want to see the garden. But as far as developing any close friendships with anyone, I limit myself to just a few people.
I think it’s admirable when people keep their friends even when the friend is going through something tough and maybe they aren’t always fun or great company. That’s a real friend. The concept that seems so prevalent in the last 15-20 years, even in this conversation a bit, that it’s okay to dump a friend if they’re not as fun anymore, or a drag because they’re going through hard times of some sort, or you don’t have a lot in common at this stage; that just seems like it wasn’t ever a real friendship because a real friend is someone you wouldn’t dump or flush when they need you to actually be a friend. I guess it’s the difference between acquaintances and real friends.
This episode is so important and relevant to myself !! With the record snowstorm we had in Pensacola my very sweet and strong younger neighbor texted me and asked if I need help to get ready she knew I had a lot of patio plants ..IT WAS A GODSEND SINCE I HAD A BACK INJURY AND MY HUBS JUST HAD PACEMAKER REDO SO HE COULD NOT LIFT HIS L ARM I TOOK HER UP ON OFFER SND HER AND HER 14 year old son moved heavy large pots indooors and saved them from snow and today they lugged them back out she did not Want $$$ but I did pay her sweet son it was such a Godsend for us!!! So I so get this !!!! GREAT VIDEO THANKS TO YOU LINDA YOUR FRIEND AND STEWART FOR SHARING!! Inspired!!! JUDY IN PENSACOLA FL BTW WE GOT 7-9 “ last record was 1895 with 3” .. UNBELIEVABLE…😨♥️♥️👏👏👍
Loved this!!! Could not survive without my besties! One thing, Linda, I think that long pink vest at The Cargo Room would look absolutely beautiful on you! Try it on! A collared white shirt underneath, straight legged jeans for casual or slacks for dressy. Do it!!!
Great conversation! I occasionally get lonely since I retired. I miss the comradery of my coworkers but this conversation has inspired me to get out and make new friends.
I am a 74 year old lady that was born in Argentina. At that point my country was socialist, so my family and I experienced that way of government. My stepdad was awesome enough to get us out of it. My situation now is that I am a conservative lady and live in California. It is very difficult to find women that I can connect with. Also, I have never been an outgoing person, so I now pretty much keep to myself because I don’t want to get into all the controversy.
I totally understand how you must feel, and especially living in California where 80% of the population is liberal and more to the left politically, it's very difficult to melt into the crowd because you think differently than they do. You just keep doing you because you will feel more in control of your situation. Don't worry about keeping to yourself, if that's what makes you at peace. You're doing okay
i had to laugh as I am a native born Californian. And yes, I am not a conservative. But my family and their acquired relatives are. So I just do not talk politics , as we just have to agree to disagree. I am also 74. I am recently relocated after 52 years in the Bay Area, to So. Cal. I need to get out and try to form some new friendships, as do feel a little isolated from my old friends and neighbors.
🌹🌹🌹It is the truth that it is the hardest for women over age 50 to make new friends and for me it is the truth also. I moved to Philly in the 90s for a short while and had two women beg me to be their friends because they had not made any in PA in the 18 years they had been there. That state is very clannish and they want nothing to do with you if you were not born there. Here in CA, I have never been welcomed into a new neighborhood except for once. If I moved to Indiana, I would have new friends the same day. So, a lot depends on where you live.
Linda, did I somehow miss an episode; your living room has a style change and I thought I saw your new door panel in a previous episode. Can you update your fans, please. Love your channel and by the way, Stewart is charming. 😊
Today I had a FaceTime visit with my soulmate friend who lives far away. We met in college and are now both recently retired. During our 2 hour chat, we discussed this very topic! Now that we are no longer in the workforce and seeing our colleagues on a daily basis, how do we find new connections. Also, we both live far away from family, so who do we turn to in an emergency. Very timely discussion which has given me much food for thought. Thank you. I LOVE when you do these talks!
You should meet seven new people each year. Church, Library, form a card club. Volunteer...those 7 some fall away but they bring in people. Form a group to a bus trip...to an event
As a lifelong introvert and now a widow, it’s nearly impossible to make friends. Many people are ignorant and/or intolerant of grief. I have reached out so many times and been shut down, I’ve pretty much given up. My inner circle has always been small but since Hubs went to the stars, I’ve resigned and am accepting to be content with what I have now. I’m too young to be this old as they say, sad but it is what it is. ❤
Why ppl dony have close life long friends is bc when ppl get to know you they can't except u for the way u are but they want u to except them for the way they are ...that's my story an I'm sticking to it...I had one good close friend that I thought I could tell her anything told her something an ask her not to tell anyone an I found out she did that's when I learned the hard way not to put my trust in man but in the Lord .
What a great topic! Unfortunately with the political divide it stirs up a lot amongst friends and relationships and I just don’t talk politics. I joined the ymca to put myself out there and went to a Senior breakfast and they served Breakfast taco and a lady and gentleman started in on the politic subject so right away I changed that subject by asking Wow where did they get these delicious tacos and just like Batman BAM 💥 the subject went away🤣 they do have a lot of Senior activities at the Y so get on out there and mingle and the plus is exercise and movement, Linda I think you and Stewart should plan a weekend getaway with your followers in the city there since there’s so much we all could do and make new friendships there.A meet and greet some shopping happy hour and book a great cozy hotel for us to go. I won’t go on but you’ll be great at planning this I’m in Austin and would love to come !❤🎉 Cheers and happy friendships lovely gardening ladies out there 😊😊
Your video today really helped me as I am currently preparing to move across country to live closer to family. I am 80 years old and have thought a lot recently about how I am going to make friends and become active in a new community. So thanks for your topic today. By the way, have you looked into the NOSH protein bars about which I previously messaged you?
Community is so important. A friend of mine had a pact with her older neighbor. The neighbor would open her laundry room blinds every morning to signal that she was up and about. One morning, she didn't and my friend was there for her to help. We all need someone to lean on. Thank you for this topic.
Years ago, this was my experience also with an older and very dear neighbor. She knew that when she woke up, she rolled up her bedroom window shade (that I could see easily from my house, just across the driveway) . We both actually enjoyed that arrangement we had. She knew I was looking out for her and it also gave me a sense of purpose. I miss her ♥
When my son was in his early 30’s he went through a life changing experience, rehab, recovery and we were sitting there on one of those post difficult days and he said, “What now mom, my life is over, what now? And I turned to him and with all the love and optimism in my heart I said, “What now? Oh my dear child, you haven’t even met your best friends yet!” I was in my early 60’s then, just retired and we had just relocated from where we had brought up our children and I was telling a new friend of that conversation I had had with my son and she lit up, like turning on an afternoon lamp, she looked at me kind of shocked and then smiled and I knew, she knew, we would we would be best friends. What if we always held that idea, as a real possibility, no matter what age we are, “Oh my dear child, you haven’t even met your best friends yet!” It came out of my mouth, not from me but through me, for me and for everyone I can share it with.
Oh how I love this!!
@@LindaVater In my life, that is what I call a God moment. No matter what you may believe, a power higher than you saw your need and answered it. Gratitude abounds for those moments. I have been privileged to be a part of moments such as that as I live these 82yrs. Love is forever.
Oh, did I ever need this today. I just wrote it down in red sharpie and put it on my fridge. At 74 and newly relocated, the inspiration is a blessing. Thank you.
Relate and love this ❤
This conversation was lovely and very honest. I really enjoyed it, and it's also nice to realize that we're not so different from everyone else.🙂
Loved this show & how you are branching out in different directions! Thanks Linda..
I agree.....more of this.
Your channel is such an excellent source for women in their 70s & beyond - such a great example of how to age gracefully!
It’s really interesting and comforting to know IT’S NOT JUST ME! Gosh, yall are spot on. I have a fraction of the friends I once had,,,some lost by simple evolving lives, some I’ve chosen to let go of thru that “mental flushing” you called it. As for choosing where to place an investment on NEW friends, I’m much more choosy now than when I was younger. Hence the deficit. But I look around and think, “Dang, where’s everybody at! What did I do?” But it sounds like it’s more common than I thought. 🤷🏻♀️
I live by myself..and love it so much..I am not good at finding people..and I was married for 45 yrers..until Paul passed.
Just feel ok about it❤
Not wanting anybody.been alone 5 years..Just moved into a new build, completely passionate about designing my home..I am 72.
Good for you!
Designing your home at 72...how fabulous!!
It was wonderful to see Michele again - I remember the tour of her lovely home. This is such an important conversation. Since retiring 5 years ago, then covid hit, then I had some medical issues that laid me up for a while, .... I found it was easier to pass on invitations to gather with friends and kinda lost my spontaneity. My goal this year is to make the effort, take the initiative in planning a meet-up with friends. Thank you.
I feel blessed one of my best friends she moved in the neighborhood when we were 10 . We have been friends for 54 years we been thru everything over the years . Married , kids now kids are grown have their own families . We live 30 mins from each other and talk every day . We laugh we will always be friends we know too much about each other . She is one I know she would be there and has no matter what .
Thank you Linda. Your message about making friends at any age is so important and relevant. After retiring and relocating to another city it's been so hard to start over and make new connections.
I know! It is tough…
I really like the way you are branching out Linda❤😊
I bought one of her match boxes, the one with the squirrel on top of it. I look at it every day, and it makes me smile!
People come into your life for a reason, a season or a lifetime.
This is very good. I’m 64 and lost my youngest son to suicide 6.2.24. Several people that I thought were good friends literally deserted me! (Apparently I was not fun anymore. My son’s death changed me.) I had to do what you call a “mental flushing” by no choice! I am very selective these days who I share with. I also am pleased with how many new people that have experienced tragedy have reached out to me and formed new friendships. We do changed as we get older and have different expectations from the friends that remain. And that’s perfect acceptable!
I’m so sorry ❤
Oh my heart breaks for you. I can’t imagine how isolated you must have felt!
I am 72 years old and me and my childhood friend since we were 5 years old still endures. We grew up living across the street from each other. Our mom's were best friends until they passed away.
We live several hours away from each other, but we still talk and text every week. It is fun reminiscing about the past and keeping up with each other as we age.
I have a low tolerance of toxic anything in retrospect of previous friendships that were short lived. Sweet friendship you have with Michele, and such a lovely home tour! The land of friendship truly has to be cultivated. My occasional problem is time permitting, but am grateful for friends that are understanding and even loads of fun. Loved the boutique with the many colorful choices. When I open my closet now, it's obvious that I've tend to tone things down a bit
In the shop showing the layering pieces... I am 74 and remember back in the 60s and 70s... they sold sets of patterned cuffs and collars. You would layer them under sweaters , eliminating the bulk of a full blouse. i remember I had an entire drawer of them in different colors and patterns. They were so fun! I definitely need to learn the skills of initiating new friendships. I just moved and left my home of 52 years. I have only been in my new home for 10 weeks, and I live alone. I love her home and use of little lamps , with pools of light everywhere. This is soooo me. I really like the two next to each other on the bar. I would not have thought to put two so close, but absolutely love the look. Linda, how fortunate to be able to just move near friends and a neighborhood, and be relatively close to where you were. Also the fact that you are a well known garden blogger , does invite others to approach you.
Those cuffs and collars sound fun! I bet you could find some vintage ones somewhere?
Loved your show today. Felt like I was setting in your space and enjoying the conversations.
That was a great episode, Linda. Thank you for sharing it with us.
“Practice” that word really resonated with me. I tend to just want to be private and not step out of my comfort zone. But, I need to practice socializing more which will help me overcome some of my anxieties. You two ladies are very well suited in terms of your personalities, articulation, home decor styles, etc etc. Loved this conversation and thank you for giving me some tools to help me practice…
Great topic Linda. Thanks for sharing.
When I was in my 30s, I was working hard as a musician playing practically six nights a week most weeks. My mother made friends with people who were my age. They were in a theater group that she was involved with. I almost felt jealous of her because, she was able to socialize in the evenings and I was working on my career. But then she said to me your day will come Suzanne. You will need to make younger friends when you get to be my age. I am now older than she was when she said that to me, but I never forgot it. I’m loving your topic because friendships do change throughout our livesand what appropriate one point is not in another. It’s something that should be re-examined from time to time. Thanks for your topic. We love listening to you.
What a valuable discussion on making friends! Years ago, when I moved to a new city and lived in a townhouse, I met most of the neighbors while walking my dogs every day. Some of the friendships have lasted to this day. Now, living out in the country where houses are farther apart, it has been harder, especially since I'm an introvert and not likely to knock on someone's door if I don't know them. Much to think about. . .Thank you for the practical lifestyle content of your videos - they're always fun as well as informative.
I was involved in several groups and clubs here where I live and the issue was that these people were not of the same mindset that I was other than what the subject matter was, being gardening or art. Many of the people were opposite me socially and politically and their intolerance was very palpable and I felt that I had to censor myself constantly. I have no problem making friends, it's always been easy for me to talk to anyone of any age. I'm not one who gets lonely so having friendships, actually just acquaintances is fine with me. I do have one person now that I met about 3 years ago and she and I have become very close and I do confide in her and she does in me as well. A few very old friends dating back to the '60s '70s and '80s, I no longer speak to because of their once again, intolerance of my views. I don't discuss certain topics with people who are not like-minded, I do accept the fact that we don't think alike however they don't accept the fact that we don't think alike. Therefore walking on eggshells is not something I want to do with people. So I can take it or leave it when it comes to relationships with others. Even my own daughter has disowned me and never speaks to me anymore because of her extreme views. I shrug my shoulders at all of this discourse, and all I want to do is be at peace with who I am. I do enjoy my garden however and my neighbors who come by and say hello and want to see the garden. But as far as developing any close friendships with anyone, I limit myself to just a few people.
Hey totally understand I’d be your friend😊
I think having friends of all ages is wonderful!
Really enjoyed this video, Linda! Thank you.
I think it’s admirable when people keep their friends even when the friend is going through something tough and maybe they aren’t always fun or great company. That’s a real friend. The concept that seems so prevalent in the last 15-20 years, even in this conversation a bit, that it’s okay to dump a friend if they’re not as fun anymore, or a drag because they’re going through hard times of some sort, or you don’t have a lot in common at this stage; that just seems like it wasn’t ever a real friendship because a real friend is someone you wouldn’t dump or flush when they need you to actually be a friend. I guess it’s the difference between acquaintances and real friends.
You girls had a wonderful conversation -- i enjoyed it & the advice. Thankyou.
This episode is so important and relevant to myself !! With the record snowstorm we had in Pensacola my very sweet and strong younger neighbor texted me and asked if I need help to get ready she knew I had a lot of patio plants ..IT WAS A GODSEND SINCE I HAD A BACK INJURY AND MY HUBS JUST HAD PACEMAKER REDO SO HE COULD NOT LIFT HIS L ARM I TOOK HER UP ON OFFER SND HER AND HER 14 year old son moved heavy large pots indooors and saved them from snow and today they lugged them back out she did not Want $$$ but I did pay her sweet son it was such a Godsend for us!!! So I so get this !!!! GREAT VIDEO THANKS TO YOU LINDA YOUR FRIEND AND STEWART FOR SHARING!! Inspired!!! JUDY IN PENSACOLA FL BTW WE GOT 7-9 “ last record was 1895 with 3” .. UNBELIEVABLE…😨♥️♥️👏👏👍
That is truly unbelievable. It just goes to show that there are good and caring people out there.
Loved this!!! Could not survive without my besties! One thing, Linda, I think that long pink vest at The Cargo Room would look absolutely beautiful on you! Try it on! A collared white shirt underneath, straight legged jeans for casual or slacks for dressy. Do it!!!
Love your guest! I do remember her beautiful house tour! She is so creative! Beautiful video!❤
Great conversation! I occasionally get lonely since I retired. I miss the comradery of my coworkers but this conversation has inspired me to get out and make new friends.
I am a 74 year old lady that was born in Argentina. At that point my country was socialist, so my family and I experienced that way of government. My stepdad was awesome enough to get us out of it. My situation now is that I am a conservative lady and live in California. It is very difficult to find women that I can connect with. Also, I have never been an outgoing person, so I now pretty much keep to myself because I don’t want to get into all the controversy.
I totally understand how you must feel, and especially living in California where 80% of the population is liberal and more to the left politically, it's very difficult to melt into the crowd because you think differently than they do. You just keep doing you because you will feel more in control of your situation. Don't worry about keeping to yourself, if that's what makes you at peace. You're doing okay
i had to laugh as I am a native born Californian. And yes, I am not a conservative. But my family and their acquired relatives are. So I just do not talk politics , as we just have to agree to disagree. I am also 74. I am recently relocated after 52 years in the Bay Area, to So. Cal. I need to get out and try to form some new friendships, as do feel a little isolated from my old friends and neighbors.
I loved her match decorations.
Yes, I remember her house!! WOW
Great topic for discussion.
Thank you for your video Linda 🎉. Sending hugs from a very cold, windy 🏴 Rosie O 😊x
🌹🌹🌹It is the truth that it is the hardest for women over age 50 to make new friends and for me it is the truth also. I moved to Philly in the 90s for a short while and had two women beg me to be their friends because they had not made any in PA in the 18 years they had been there. That state is very clannish and they want nothing to do with you if you were not born there. Here in CA, I have never been welcomed into a new neighborhood except for once. If I moved to Indiana, I would have new friends the same day. So, a lot depends on where you live.
Linda, did I somehow miss an episode; your living room has a style change and I thought I saw your new door panel in a previous episode. Can you update your fans, please. Love your channel and by the way, Stewart is charming. 😊
I get it…I have friendships that don’t work anymore. We just don’t have much in common…..hard to deal with.
Loved this segment Linda xx
Today I had a FaceTime visit with my soulmate friend who lives far away. We met in college and are now both recently retired. During our 2 hour chat, we discussed this very topic! Now that we are no longer in the workforce and seeing our colleagues on a daily basis, how do we find new connections. Also, we both live far away from family, so who do we turn to in an emergency. Very timely discussion which has given me much food for thought. Thank you. I LOVE when you do these talks!
This was a great video! great tips on cultivating friendships;house tour and tips on matching clothes.
So enjoyed this video. Thank you!
Loved this show. I just want to say that women need friends much more than men. ♥️
So true about guarding your time as we age.
Stewart is one in a million!
There’s a Bible first that says if you want to have friends, show yourself, Friendly 😊
I also heard a phrase that is so true If you want to have a friend... be a friend.
HiLinda, Love how you styled your plaid blazer 😍
Great conversation! ❤
You should meet seven new people each year. Church, Library, form a card club. Volunteer...those 7 some fall away but they bring in people. Form a group to a bus trip...to an event
Loved this show!
Thank you for addressing these issues head on. ❤
Love the content variety !
As a lifelong introvert and now a widow, it’s nearly impossible to make friends. Many people are ignorant and/or intolerant of grief. I have reached out so many times and been shut down, I’ve pretty much given up. My inner circle has always been small but since Hubs went to the stars, I’ve resigned and am accepting to be content with what I have now. I’m too young to be this old as they say, sad but it is what it is. ❤
Well, I do hope you feel as if you have some companionship here, dear
Why ppl dony have close life long friends is bc when ppl get to know you they can't except u for the way u are but they want u to except them for the way they are ...that's my story an I'm sticking to it...I had one good close friend that I thought I could tell her anything told her something an ask her not to tell anyone an I found out she did that's when I learned the hard way not to put my trust in man but in the Lord .
What a great topic! Unfortunately with the political divide it stirs up a lot amongst friends and relationships and I just don’t talk politics. I joined the ymca to put myself out there and went to a Senior breakfast and they served Breakfast taco and a lady and gentleman started in on the politic subject so right away I changed that subject by asking Wow where did they get these delicious tacos and just like Batman BAM 💥 the subject went away🤣 they do have a lot of Senior activities at the Y so get on out there and mingle and the plus is exercise and movement,
Linda I think you and Stewart should plan a weekend getaway with your followers in the city there since there’s so much we all could do and make new friendships there.A meet and greet some shopping happy hour and book a great cozy hotel for us to go. I won’t go on but you’ll be great at planning this I’m in Austin and would love to come !❤🎉 Cheers and happy friendships lovely gardening ladies out there 😊😊
We have discussed it, and will definitely take it under advisement!
I have reached out to several youtubers to try and start a friendship, I feel they are not interested in making friends with subscribers.
I very, very much enjoyed this. I felt this & going through this. My 18 yr friendship with my best friend ended last year. It’s almost like a death
I’m so so sorry…
The rat Hill link doesn't work. It takes you to a page that says uh-oh
Really such an important topic. Community is everything. We will need each other more than ever in the coming years.
Love your hat ! Looks beautiful!
Please share where you purchased that wonderful black hat.
I got it so so many years ago I can’t remember!
I remember her home tour it is beautiful
Sometimes it is just too much for an introvert to put oneself out an about and develop friendships.
Your video today really helped me as I am currently preparing to move across country to live closer to family. I am 80 years old and have thought a lot recently about how I am going to make friends and become active in a new community. So thanks for your topic today.
By the way, have you looked into the NOSH protein bars about which I previously messaged you?
Looking beautiful linda❤
Be great if she was miked up ...can you mike up guests please, like John when you do his house tour and anyone else when you do a house tour 💖
Senior or community centers are great
Did you move your couch Linda?
Hi guys it is hard as my health has changed also has my long term friendship of my friend of 35 years 😢
That must be terribly terribly hard
Loooove the match boxes!