When I came out in late 2009, I had an “interesting” time, watching quite a few of who I thought were my friends finding it all really difficult and not really inviting me to things any more. Not exactly what I needed and, to be honest, I was really annoyed at the time after all the support I have given to other way on occasion.
Having said all that; I learned who my real friends were and some relationships became much stronger and I think, although I now have a smaller group of friends, I know them so much better and know they will support me through anything.
Now I have left it for a while for them to get used to the idea, I do meet some of them again now and then – we do get on a bit better than before. I think what I’m saying is two things – it’s never too late to re-acquaint yourself with old friends but also remember contact can be made in either direction – it’s just as easy for them as it is for you.
Rachel