Yes, time to make new friends, but don't forget the old. What's her name, it's unlikely I know her but you never know. I'm very involved at Camarillo Community Church and we have a group that gets together each month at the church and quilt. Does your friend quilt?
I always looked at each move and new station as an adventure and a way to have new places(fabric stores) to explore and find. Are you stationed at Widby (sp) Island?