Smile, I agree with you on loneliness except for one thing. Its not only hitting the big cities but also the small, tiny cities.
While I was recuperating my craft group didn't gather here and all I've heard is how lonesome they are some even told me they are depressed because of it. The ages range from 40-60.
Our son and I stayed with one of my former classmates in a town a little bigger than ours.
She too is lonely. We went to a movie and then stayed up talking until midnight. When we left and I've received emails that say all I need is the conversation.
These are just two times I've found lonely people. I haven't written about the times people on the street talk to me and they are just lonely.
I figure the good Lord sends them so I listen and move on.
Maggie