Tag Archives: Making friends

Making Friends at a Certain Age

“It takes courage” to confront a stranger to start a connection.  Alex Williams addressed making friends for those over forty in his New York Times essay - Friends of a Certain Age. As people approach midlife, the days of youthful exploration, … Continue reading

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You Can Always Read a Book

It’s hard to make new friends when you don’t have a dog or little children.  Walking around the neighborhood pushing a stroller or tugging on a leash is bound to connect you to someone – even if it’s the Mr. … Continue reading

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