Creating community is a real talent and it does take a lot of patience. We've been putting in some serious time with our Enneagram Lovers site and every time I don't touch the site or the community for a day, the air gets really still.
I imagine it can take years to build something that will sustain itself without its creators. And the general Seattle vibe (which may extend to LaConner) is one where people seem to be slow to embrace new friends.
All this to say...I hear you, Elke.
And how many of those people did you walk up to and say "hi?" I'll bet there were folks there also longing for community and social interaction who would be so grateful to know you.
I see this at networking events sometimes...a part of me can sometimes feel a little ignored or excluded if people don't welcome me into a circle right away. But when I hold that part of me to the side, letting her know she's loved, and then step forward to initiate connection, most of the time I find myself unexpectedly welcomed.
I don't mean this to be advice-y...I have a long history with feeling unwanted or rejected by my peers in primary through high school, so I guess the part of me that really resonates with your wistful part just wants to share what's been working for me lately.
LaConner and the world are just waiting for your leadership...someone to show them how to make a community. And who better than a lady so connected to Spirit and Self? I can think of none.

