But I haven't heard a single peep out of anyone else I contacted to let them know what was going on... those who insisted I keep in touch and that they always want to help and are "always thinking about me".

What a bunch of BSers. I thought maybe some of them were busy during the week but still not even an acknowledgement that they heard from me.

Maybe they are afraid I am going to ask them for something like a short visit or a ride to the store... you know, something huge that would be just a huge inconvenience for them.