Awe! That is so sweet of her. I know how you feel, OP. I'm socially awkward and shy, but you can discipline yourself and make friends no matter what. Good luck, OP.

At least now you won't be alone!

Though you don't see it, this is a very good thing. You may be shy, but small kids don't come up to every adult. Therefore, you must be a decent person for a kid to hang out with you. If I were you, I would take this as a strong affirmation of the goodness/likability that you have but don't see, and remind yourself of it at your next gathering, and remember you're approaching people with it, and adult friends will come.

I think that it's sweet of her to do that :)

What a compassionate little girl

I would say a human is better than a cat or a dog...

This made my day. His is adorable :D

Aweeee... How sweet of her.

What a sweet little girl. OP you made friends with the nicest person at the party! :)

ohh.. try talking mkre to other people