I'm fortunate to have a close group of friends and quite a few others, who I know through various hobby groups.
I have a milestone event coming up. It's something I can mark on my own, but also would be nice to mark with friends. I put out a general "this is happening, if anyone wants to come, I'll make cake"
So far, my adult son, who has no interest in the thing, has said he'll come.
A friend who originally said he couldn't because he's working, has changed his shift so he can.
A friend who always works the day it's on has taken a day's leave to attend
An aquaintance through the hobby group has offered to make cake.
A friend who's very into the thing, but lives long way away has promised to be there.
Feeling loved 😊