I'm reasonably young, 24. DP is a year younger. DS is 15 months.
I have just started a mental health nursing degree. Before this I worked nights full time as an epilepsy support worker and looked after DS during the day (dont ask!) I am going to pick up bank shifts while at uni to supplement my income. (unfortunately, my bursary doesnt cover alcohol expenses
).
Hang on, I'm getting there...
Strangely enough, my friends disappeared after having DS. well, all but one. I find it very hard, impossible actually, to make new friends. With my degree about to get a lot more intense, I have no hope! On top of that, people judge me negatively upon sight, I think its partly my complexion, partly that I look like I'm about 15 (no make up/many pairs of converse etc). Its sad but true. I'm also looked upon negatively for my parenting choices. Breastfeeding/home cooked food/baby-wearing. I just cant win!
Are you still there!?
So...I think my next move is a pen friend or two. I have little time/money for socialising but I have plenty of stamps and a love for writing. Also, Id like to be judged for my personality first before my image.
My problem...
Where do I find a pen friend? Every site I find is for email friends...I don't want that! I know its similar but...it's just not the same.
Can somebody please point me in the right direction!?
P.S. I know im being unreasonable posting here