My only close friend is moving away

My whole life I have had difficulty making friends, especially close ones I feel I can trust and really talk to. I can count on one hand how many such friends I’ve had in my life, and I’m 30 years old.

My husband and I live in a very rural area, and it is difficult to find people who are like-minded and share the same values. I have tried all sorts of meet up groups and websites, but never had any luck. Everything is an hour or more away.

I also have a one year old daughter and am currently 16 weeks with a second baby.

The only friend I have is moving away, several states away. She is also a mother with children similar in age to mine. We are both SAHMs too. We share most values in common and she’s the only person I really talk to.

This move is good for her and her family, and I want to be happy for her. I just can’t help feeling this overwhelming sadness and sense of abandonment. I don’t know what to do.

Any words of encouragement, support, or advice would be appreciated. ❤️