I know what you mean. I guess I'm lucky, I've nurtured a handful of good friendships over the last few years, and I know I can call upon any of them, regardless of what I wish to talk about. It takes effort to build close friendships, and sometimes, you have to be prepared to give a lot unconditionally to get one. Interestingly, I'd count someone I encountered from this forum as a becoming-close-friend friend, and I believe he sees our friendship likewise. That's part reason why I continue to run my photography outings/gatherings, I get to meet other people with a similar passion. Some of whom have become great friends.