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San Marcos area ladies-
We moved to San Marcos in August and at first I was really focused on finding a job and getting settled in. Now that it's been a few months and I haven't had luck with the job hunt, my days are really dragging by. I am really missing the friends I had before we moved and starting to get pretty lonely because I don't know anyone here.
I am basically a stay at home wife and we live in a townhouse-style apartment complex. I haven't met any neighbors here, though I've tried taking the dog around for long walks hoping to meet people. I know this sounds pathetic, haha. I am starting to get really down and find myself just staying home all day. Yesterday I realized I have just been stuck here and I'm starting to get really introverted and just... blah. My husband is a student veteran and we were hoping to meet other
couples through the campus veteran's organization, but everyone he has met at meetings is
single. I don't have children (yet) so a mother's group isn't an
option right now. (Insert sad face)
Does anyone know of any classes/groups/etc to join to meet people? Any suggestions? I am open to taking classes at a rec center or something (though I am 100% un-athletic so any sort of working out or what not would be super out of my element). Maybe a book club? Gr, I don't know. I have never had to work to meet people because I was in college, then went straight in to military life and a job so I was always around people.
/pity party
Re: San Marcos area ladies-
Hi there!
I live just south of you in New Braunfels! Probably quite a bit older but I have a dog also and I am always interested in taking Molly on walks. There is another nestie who also lives in New Braunfels and we meet up for lunch often.
I love to walk around the outlet mall and just window shop (and people watch).
Anyway...my email is TxGolfGal@aol.com!
Smiles, Kimberly
I don't live in San Marcos, I live in Austin, but I have had similar problems finding a friend group in this area. Have you looked at Meetup.com? I belong to a few Meetup groups and they have been a nice way to meet people. I belong to a knitting group and a book group, but there are so many different kinds of groups on there, in Austin at least.
I know you said that you are un-athletic, but have you tried yoga? I like yoga a lot and the classes tend to be mostly female, so it might be a good way to meet people. Do you like coffee? Coffee shops tend to have events, like movies and stuff, every once in a while.
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These are the kinds of things I try to do to get out of the house and meet people as a married lady new to the area. I haven't been overly successful in this endeavor, but I still force myself to go every once in a while. Oh, also: how about volunteering? I have started volunteering and it's both rewarding and social. You could work with animals, or the elderly, or disabled people, or kids...there are so many places that would need your help and where you could meet people. Anyway, these are my few tips. Good luck with everything!
Hey there!
I lurk more than I post but I live in Kyle (about 15 minutes north of San Marcos). I totally understand where you are coming from! Since moving to TX I have found it difficult to meet people too. I'm not a mom either and find it hard to relate to those who have kids and I don't fit in much with the single crowd either. DH travels a lot for work and is gone frequently. I do work and go to school, but if you ever get bored you can email me at kia0556 at yahoo dot com.
Thank you for the replies ladies. It makes me feel better that I got some replies and not a bunch of views... that would have solidified my lame feeling.
I am saving this post and I will email you both this week. Maybe there can start being really, really South GTGs for those of us in super South Austin and beyond?
Also, to the poster that mentioned volunteering, that is a great idea. I looked in to it a few weeks back but lost focus with it because I was spending so much time looking for a job. I will get back in to that again. Thanks for your other ideas, too!!
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I'm in south austin - but wouldn't be opposed to a drive south for a gtg.
For things to do: DH and i both volunteer at least one weekend a month and that's a great time for us to do something that feels good, together. Have you considered applying for a sub position at local schools (sounds like you have a degree??). That might be a little big of work every once in a while to perk you up! Maybe even consider a job in retail for the holiday season. I know it's probably not the dream job you wanted - but a lot of stores are looking for people just for a few months and it would get you out of the house and making a little bit of money!
anyway, you can email me at shanwalk2 at yahoo dot com. I have a beagle that loves doggie gtgs, too!!
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Sorry to butt in so late but I too live in Kyle- I moved here from Denver/Boulder CO. So I know exactly how you feel
It sucks. I'm definitely a lurker on this board and don't post much but I think a South-South G2G sounds like fun! I've never been to the regular south g2g... but if it was closer to my neck of the woods I definitely would!
kjohn149@gmail.com - let me know if anything works out!