Definitely join the facebook group. If you've not found the link yet, I'll send it to you on FB. I'm sure you'll be able to make friends. From TJ, it seems like you connect pretty well with people.
I usually have a hard time making friends, but I made tons while on my CP. I met my best friend here!
Most people don't come down here with a big group of friends already knowing everyone. Most people come alone and have no friends in Florida. So everyone is in the same boat as you are and people are VERY eager to make friends.