I sure could use a friend..... anyone

[emmer]

I need now, maybe more than ever in my life, someone to be my friend. Just two weeks ago I hated everyone....me too. I also badly abused drugs. I have not been perfect since my first meeting at N.A. but have improved more than I could have imagined. My problem now.... I'm lonely. I loved my solitude for many years but it was a disfuntional life. Will you consider praying for me ?

Thank-you for reading this. ....Joe

[velvet]

Hey joe...how you doin'? I'm your new friend....I see you live in Canada. I was at Niagara Falls over the summer. I have a very good friend that lives in Vancouver. It is so beautiful, both sides of Canada. You'll find lots of friends, here at SR....but let me be your first! I'm heading off for work. I teach special education at the high school. I come to SR because my daughter is a meth addict. It makes me extremely upset and sad...but I'm learning how to deal with life by coming here. I've gone to the nar-anon meetings, but feel somewhat out of place. I get too emotional. Been doing lots of reading. I use to be very outgoing...but now I am happy with myself and don't mind spending time alone. Of course I have three kids still living at home, so I guess I'm not alone, too much. What do you do for fun Joe? Do you have a job? I'm sure by this evening, when I come back, you will have tons of friends. So don't forget me in the crowd!! HAVE A GOOD DAY JOE.

[bella]

Hey Joe, glad you came around. This place is full of people who are willing to be there for you no matter what. Trust me, I just learned that myself. Stick around, solitude is not the way to go. I think we were meant to be with other people and share our experiences. I for one am here for you if you ever want to chat, just pm me; and i'm postitive there are plenty of others that are the same way. Just give em a chance to get off of work and respond

samantha

[best]

I love my solitude but there are times that I felt alone.
In a crowded room, filled with people I know, I still felt alone.
Once I came to realize that no matter where I am, Jesus is always with me, my life started to settle down.

As you said Joe,
you are doing better then two weeks ago.
In two weeks again, you will see even more growth.

Know that prayers are always here for you. Your not alone.

[splendra]

(((JOE)))

I am so sorry you are feeeling down and lonely. You are amoung friends here don't forget that. I think it is very brave of you to be able to say how you are feeling and to ask for prayers. My prayers are going out for you...

[sayaprayer]

just imagine, you have a better thing with your life now, Brothers and sisters in christ, we may not be there in face but in spirit each and everyone of us are there with you through faith,
we will pray that you will meet new people who will inspire and incourage you. we are always here for you Joe, you have friends in us
when i was in the world it was so important for me to get a strong relationship with someone ANYONE but myself, now my best friend is God, now of course i do understand where you are coming from, and it is good to fellowship as it keeps us focused on the lord..........
me and my husband are here if ever you need us p.m us anytime. alot of us go through the stage of feeling lonley but the truth of the matter is that is the prime time when we need to get down on our knees and take time out for prayer and meditation once your closer to God you will realise that is all that is missing in your life.......Let God fill the gap that you feel is missing from your life... Blessings all the way....... from your brother and sister in christ Angela & Tonyx

[sugarssweetpea]

Lots of prayers to you Joe. I, too am a former user of drugs & alcohol. I too did not know where to turn when I quit. I now have a lot of friends at the church I attend. I also enjoy the support & fellowship I find here at SR. But as the above posts read, JESUS is my true comfort. He is always with us no matter where we are. He is always there to talk to. Just pray. Lots of love & hugs to you Joe. It will get better.

[HockeyMom]

Welcome! ((((((HUGS)))))))

I'm glad you posted this. I was feeling really lonely today also. My AH is in a residential rehab program. He's been in for 3mths and has 3mths to go. He's home most weekends, but the week nights are so lonely. And lately there's no one around where I work, so my days are lonely too.
Welcome to SR & Congrats on striving for sobriety

PS. Perfect is based on your expectations. As my AH learning in his program, pick something easier to be perfect at, like brushing your teeth for 3 minutes. Or making your bed every day.