To expect friends to at least send a text?

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I live very rurally. Nearest neighbour over half mile away, nearest village about 5 miles. My husband has had to go away for a week, and he has taken my car as it needs some work doing on it whilst he is away. He drives a big white van. I could drive it, but narrow country lanes and limited visibility means I can’t unless an emergency really.
so I am basically housebound. I have plenty of food in, plus the dog and cat.
i need to get to town on Friday so prearranged with one friend for a lift. Other friends all know I am here, on my own. I sent them all invites to pop round for a cuppa any time. After 4 days now Not one has even sent a text asking if I am ok, do I need anything, etc. feeling very isolated- do I call them or should I expect them to get in touch with me?

Sorry OP, you sound like my sister.
You chose to live off the beaten track.
Do you only invite friends round when your husband is away?

Maybe this is simple a communication problem. You check up on friends who are on their own for a week, but most of us honestly don't! I'd be really surprised. Er, yes, I'm fine, why do you ask???
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I think being home alone for a few days wouldn’t warrant a need for friends to check in. They’ve probably never given it a second thought as it isn’t a big deal to most.

I know being alone can feel lonely though so reach out and ask people to come over or book a taxi and head out.

I’ve had to drive a business van at times. I had to rent a giant one to collect furniture when was let down by man+van.

I would think that people would be impressed at my moxie. And that I’m not being sad at home ….
Nothing going to keep me at home…

My, that's a whole lot of shitty superior attitude for someone who can't put a coherent sentence together.

This.

You're not house bound you're being fussy about the vehicle you drive.

Well done for taking it on the chin, OP 😊

Sounds like you’re a lovely thoughtful friend but I agree with PPs that you need to be explicit with friends if you want company - they’ll assume you’re fine otherwise, and that’s perfectly reasonable.

Hope can you relax and enjoy the peace!

I'd assume given that you were the one made these arrangements, that you were happy with them.

Why did you agree for your husband to take the car if it was going to leave you feeling isolated? Now you know, you'll be able to plan better next time. If you need a lift you can ask or phone a taxi. Perhaps rural life is no longer working for you.