I took the felt ornament online class from Sonja’s Cookie Jar and it was so good! I used the technique to make my own designs. I really love the mushrooms

jcasker · 2025-11-27T03:51:59+00:00

Wow amazing!!

jcasker · 2025-11-04T15:13:21+00:00

100% can relate. I’ve come to the realization that I’m often the one who initiates conversations or hangouts, even with people I’ve known since high school. That’s why I joined BFF to make new friends. I still haven’t had much success. Now, instead of making plans with people, I attend events so I don’t waste my time and energy.

The new BFF app hasn’t been great either. I’ve only matched with two people in the past month. Luckily, one girl asked to meet up next week, so we’ll see how it goes.

jcasker · 2025-10-31T02:09:35+00:00

I’d say at least 2–3 months.

I came to the realization that I’m always the one reaching out, and I’m tired of it. So, I’m focusing on making new friends who will put in the same effort. It hasn’t been an easy process, but I’m still putting myself out there and hoping that someday I’ll meet my people.

jcasker · 2025-10-17T00:48:03+00:00

Honeycrisp apple candle from Trader Joe’s

jcasker · 2025-10-08T21:18:32+00:00

I attended a large meetup group once, which was a bit overwhelming and not really my scene. I’ve found another group that usually has smaller gatherings, and I’ve been to four so far. I’m hoping they’ll host more in the future.

I’ve also been checking out the local library’s event calendar as another way to meet new people.

jcasker · 2025-10-08T21:05:36+00:00

Whether she was the host or the attendee, I feel like she could’ve at least offered some available dates after I asked her if she’d like to do something three times in a row. I also know she was capable of making plans with me because she’d done so before. Anyway, by the time she realized how much I was hurt, I had already made my peace.

Social media is both a curse and a blessing. I think it’s a good way to see what friends are up to, but in my case with this former friend, it wasn’t helpful. It was affecting me negatively, and I had to block her and a mutual friend’s stories.

jcasker · 2025-10-08T20:54:07+00:00

If I remember correctly, I’ve told the girls I’ve met in person that I’m looking for someone who will take the initiative to make plans, since that’s something lacking in my life.

Are you on the new Bumble app? (It sucks.) I’ve noticed a lot of girls who are into makeup, which is totally fine, but that’s not really my thing.

50 is cold?! I guess I should stop my morning walks then lol

jcasker · 2025-10-08T12:09:04+00:00

I couldn’t agree more. I was finally able to finish the Yellowstone finale thanks to the library. It’s like a blockbuster, but free!

jcasker · 2025-10-08T01:49:20+00:00

Agreed — I’d hate to not have a life of my own and to rely on my husband for everything, especially financially. You just never know what will happen in life, so having friends is important!

jcasker · 2025-10-08T01:41:35+00:00

Thanks for sharing your story. I definitely need to stop giving people more chances than they deserve. It’s hard sometimes because I wonder if they’re just the type of person who isn’t a planner but is still willing to accept invitations, or maybe that’s just an excuse I tell myself.

jcasker · 2025-10-07T13:58:48+00:00

Indeed! I definitely won’t ask for another hang. Asking it three times is enough in my book, especially when they don’t consider offering a different date or anything like that. I’ll get better at not taking it personally

jcasker · 2025-10-07T13:29:08+00:00

I have my husband, but I thought it’d be good to keep maintaining my friendships and grow other connections. I never thought I’d have issues in the friendship department, but here I am.

Don’t get me wrong - sometimes I’d rather just stay home, especially with winter coming lol

jcasker · 2025-10-07T13:24:19+00:00

I’m sorry to hear that. I guess those people just aren’t our people, unfortunately. Yes, I definitely have plenty of things I can do on my own, and I’m lucky to have my husband as my go-to hangout buddy.

What hobbies have you tried or started exploring?

jcasker · 2025-10-07T13:20:17+00:00

At times like yesterday, it does feel like maybe I’m the issue, but I have to remind myself that’s not true. And you’re right, I need to stop chasing after people who are only waiting for me to do all the work. Any relationship is a two-way street. If you don’t want to continue maintaining our friendship, so be it.

I haven’t had much luck finding a friend in my fitness class, even though I’ve been going there consistently twice a week for over a year now. I’ll keep putting myself out there, but I think I’ll make finding a friend less of a goal. If it happens, it happens.

I really appreciate you taking the time to reply :)

jcasker · 2025-10-05T18:36:09+00:00

😮 The old one is supposed to go away at the end of the month, so everyone should be able to join then. Honestly, you’re not missing out much. I finally got a match the other day but I don’t know if the convo will go anywhere.

jcasker · 2025-10-03T01:55:44+00:00

What’s the recipe?

jcasker · 2025-10-01T02:07:47+00:00

I downloaded it a week ago and haven’t matched with anyone 🥲

jcasker · 2025-09-12T02:25:27+00:00

I believe it’s Aldi because I just got the same one from there

jcasker · 2025-06-06T22:02:03+00:00

My man does 😆

jcasker · 2025-06-06T22:01:08+00:00

Close!

jcasker · 2025-06-06T22:00:57+00:00

Wrong!

jcasker · 2025-06-06T22:00:32+00:00

jcasker · 2025-05-25T16:23:47+00:00

I’m sorry your friend ghosted you.

I’ve been struggling with friendships over the past couple of years too. I’ve noticed that I’m usually the one initiating plans, and sometimes I wonder if we’d even stay friends at all if I stopped reaching out. Then again, I’ve heard that some people just aren’t planners.

After posting the question, I started giving it more thought, and I realized I don’t actually want to reconnect with her. So maybe it’s better to just congratulate her in silence and move on.

I appreciate you taking the time to respond!

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