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[quote=Anonymous]Honestly, I think its more this area than anything--the only real exception to this, in my experience, is when we lived in Glover Park with their great front porch culture. But, especially in the close-in burbs, many of my friends report similar experiences.

That said, we're further out now and the neighborhood is very friendly. Occasional block parties, kids trick or treat together, etc. But people move to our neighborhood for that type of vibe.

I will say, I do warm to the neighbors who seem to want to get to know us first as adults as opposed to "parents." We were invited over for drinks by one neighbor (kids were welcome, with the expectation they'd all entertain one another) and that kicked off a much more natural neighbor friendship than those who invited us over for playdates as the first "getting to know you" activity, which sets a very different tone.

All totally fine, but even out here in the family-centric 'burbs, I do prefer people who at least make an effort to get to know one another as people (as opposed to simply being "X's mom and dad.")

OP, if you haven't tried that approach, perhaps something to keep in mind in case others feel like me. [/quote]

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