Thanks everyone! The thing is, I am in a very social atmosphere. Meaning, there is church and the moms group I'm in, as well as the parents at my kids' schools. There are plenty of people to connect with. I just don't know how. They talk with one another and are usually polite to me, but that's it.

I'm in the same socio-economic group and and even the majority ethnically (not that that matters, but you know what I mean). I sort of blend in..or so I thought.

I do try asking questions and seem to carry on a conversation just fine. we'll laugh, etc. I'll walk away thinking it went well. I even watch what other people do or listen to what they talk about and so the same.

I'm shy, but really make an effort to not let it show. I used to sing quite a bit on stage and once in a while people would look at me (before hearing me sing) and say ,"You?". Once my boss asked me to lead a group for something and someone again smirked and said, "Your'e going to do that?" No, I didn't misunderstand her tone, for she later apologized.

Anyway...You're right. Without knowing me you can't analyze this. I just wish it didn't bother me so much. Yes, I have a great family, but then I think they're only with me because they're stuck with me. I must drive them crazy too.