["I just moved for work to a new area where I don't know anyone.", 'That sounds stressful! How far did you move?', "Well it's in another state. About 5000 miles. I feel far from home."]
That's quite a ways. Do you have any hobbies that could help you meet new people?
I just moved to a new city for work. I don't know anyone and I feel far from home.