I sometimes wish it were easier to call people on the phone, more like these chat rooms. I am a stay-at-home mom and I have plenty of time on my hands for phone chats while I am doing dishes, but not many people to call. I am lucky to have 2 pretty good friends right now, but they are not in the same situation where we can entertain each other on the phone while doing the laundry. It doesn't help that I am terrified of calling new people. Mostly I chat with my mother or listen to my iPod.
Rio, I agree that you should start with your old set of friends, they might be glad to hear from you. But if that doesn't go well, then you will have to meet new people. This takes some time and effort, but it is easier if you get in with a group that (1) centers around an activity that you enjoy and (2) meets at least once a week. Even so, I often don't really bond with many of the people, but is nice to be part of a group "where everybody knows your name".
Also, instead of coming from the place of "I need friends so I should go out and meet people and try to make friends" try coming from "I am complete and whole and loved and I want to share my love with others". It can be hard to make friends if you come across as needy.
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