Flaky friends

[Sunshinekim]

How do you deal with flaky friends who always text 'oh we must arrange to meet up' but then always text a few weeks later with a 'I'm sorry I've been so busy' and then it all starts again?!
I haven't seen this friend for over 6 months and she still hasn't given my kids their Christmas presents. She is a lovely friend, but I find it sad that she can't make time for me.
Please be kind, I'm struggling at the mo

I give them a set of possible
Dates and if they won't commit to any then I'd give them a few chances before I forget there friendship. It's clearly isn't valued.

Can you look for new friends. Join some clubs or craft groups prehaps. How old are you ? X

I have had to drop them after I realised they weren't actually keen on me and were happy with the occasional text.

I'm sorry you're struggling OP, it's hard when you feel let down. Unfortunately, life is busy and we tend to prioritise our kids schedules and work etc so making time to meet up with friends, even when we want to, can slip down the list of priorities.

Can you message your friend and ask her to send you some dates in September when you could meet for a coffee and a catch up? Having some dates in mind might help focus her.