Depth and vulnerability
In 93 days, my tenure as a resident of Fort Worth, Texas will come to an end. Reflecting on my time in this city, I must say many goals except one have been accomplished. The one which did not materialize was probably the one which counted most. This is the absolute void of meaningful and deeply enriching relationships. Certainly I have a somewhat adequate support base and circle of friends, but what I am sorely missing and yearn for is the depth of relationship I had when living in such places as Houston or Victoria. What is the missing link or key to open up a wealth of personally enriching and mutually beneficial world of relationships? Is there any investment of effort I am lacking in placing forward? To become a miserable failure in this personal arena isn't for a lack of effort on my part. Many times I availed myself, almost to the point of tears, for someone (anyone) to invite me as part of a larger group to participate in whatever ...