2.5 years ago I moved from where I grew up to 50 mins away by car (25miles).
There are 2 particular friends from the village I used to live who haven’t seen me since.
I’ve made contact a few times early on but never reciprocated so I stopped and I haven’t heard in over 2 years.
I got married and had a baby in the time I left and they have no idea.
Other friends see me regularly but only if I meet them at least half way which is fine, but anytime I invite people over for dinner it’s never accepted.
I’m noticing it more recently as I haven’t been able to drive for the last 6 weeks due to waiting on an operation.
It’s made me feel very isolated and other than local friends I haven’t seen anyone.
All my friends know I can’t drive and any time I’ve tried to arrange something it either doesn’t happen or is postponed until I can drive again.
Not too sure if I’m just feeling sensitive or if this is generally a bit shit