How about a buddy thats only 2,000 miles away? LOL Thats me! I'm 61 live in a small rual area 1 LQS, next closest is 2 hr away. I agree about Friends. Those that stick by you through thick and thin are usually spread far and wide. But are all kepers! I have 2 DD 1 DS 2 DGS an 6 DGD Married 41 yrs to same DH both of us are retired and having a great time! We may never meet face to face but a cup-a-tea on line sounds good to me.