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[quote=Anonymous]I think this is just a signal to you that you need to invest more in your neighborhood or other local friendships, and create that sense of community you need.  I haven't lived in my hometown since high school and DH's parents live several states away.  We prioritized making those friendships over the years, even though we are both pretty introverted people.  We volunteer in the community, joined a church, were active in the newcomers club in our town when we arrived, served as Girl Scout troop leader etc.  The type of friends that you can count on when you are sick take a lot of effort in the beginning and time to develop.  Family doesn't have to fill all those helping roles, but when it comes to non-family, it does mean you have to give as much as you take, if that makes sense.

Another thing to keep in mind is that for some people, even living near relatives doesn't mean those relatives are necessarily warm helpful people who help out, whether with the kids or when you are sick.  [/quote]

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