I believe that Jesus Christ is the living Son of the all mighty God. I also believe He sits at the right hand of His Father making intercessions for us.
I believe there are many different type connections made here. From what I have seen, yes people do make an effort to connect with others. Sometimes you have to be the first.
Mistakes happen and we are all human. Try to do your best not to make her feel worse than she probably already does. What she needs more than anything is Love from her family. And to feel that she is not alone in all this. It is one thing for others to be disappointed in you, but an entirely different thing for one to be disappointed in themselves.
RE: What do you miss most...
What are hobnob biscuits, if you dont mind my asking?