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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I'm boot jealous, more curious about how well these people know each other, whether they're the kind of friends you call to help you move or whatever, whether f they're really friends or more of what I would consider acquaintances.[/quote]

I have what one might consider a large social circle.  We do things like go to the OBX each year and get two huge houses next to each other, grilling at each others homes on the weekends, participating in races together…usually the same 10-15 couples where a few rotate in and out. We all have young children, so it really is a way to still maintain a social life, while the kids all run around and play with each other…..kind of like an extended community of cousins.

With that said,there are about 3 other women that I’m very close with. These women, I would consider life long friends. We are completely comfortable with each other and we can open our hearts to each other.

I think most everyone, universally has just a handful of very intimate relationships that number well below 4 people. The difference is that my DH and I really do enjoy being “social” hence the large group that gathers.  The rest of the people, we are friendly and relaxed with, but I would not call them all my intimate friends. Who can do that?  I’d have no time left over for myself. Nurturing and maintaining very good friendships takes time and a lot of emotional effort.
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This is exactly what I wish I had, and what I am trying to find.  Being new to the area, it's very hard to make brand new friends and find a social circle.  How did you find these people and how long did it take until you felt like you had a social circle?[/quote]

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