Thanks for the interesting replies all of you,

I'm still struggling to see the light.. Do I take the advice of traptinrome and invite different friends out from different circles? Note: My "best friend" who I'm closest with did this on his birthday the other day, two of his work friends, and me and him out in town shopping and had lunch..

I don't know if its a personality issue. I am more than up for having fun, joking around, playful banter and all that comes from hanging out with friends. I'm always game for a night out..

I guess half the problem is I don't actually like many dudes around here.. I've always had loads of female friends, most of which I flirt with and will end up banging, but I guess I've just always wanted to be part of a close knit group that goes away for holidays and all that jazz