I’ve been single for a while now. I’ve had dates and great times, but I still
feel a bit lonely about it all.
Even though I know I shouldn’t; I don’t need someone to be happy, and I have a
lot going for me. Just can’t seem to shake the feeling.
confession n. A written or oral statement acknowledging guilt, made by one who has been accused or charged with an offense.
It is the confession, not the priest, that gives us absolution.
— Oscar Wilde
It's kind of like being in someone's head while they're praying or thinking about things they'd never say outloud.
— Yaflapkik
November 25th, 2007 at 5:48 pm
Maybe it’s because we don’t live in a culture that supports single people, especially single women. We get bombarded with the message that you’re not complete unless you’re part of a couple. Romance is pushed in the media like it’s crack. Don’t worry. Keep your perspective. A lot of people in couples would secretly prefer to be in your shoes!
November 26th, 2007 at 10:46 am
I agree with #1. Also, being single around the holidays is not easy.
November 26th, 2007 at 10:03 pm
As a married woman, I agree. Even though I’m attached, we’re not “joined at the hip.” I’m not involved in his cycling hobby and he’s not involved in my tango hobby. Besides, before we met, I learned to enjoy my own company by going to the movies alone without feeling incomplete in any way. If you do that, you’ll never have to settle for someone who doesn’t completely suit you.
November 27th, 2007 at 9:59 am
It can be even lonelier to be with the wrong person. If you get out as much as possible, you’ll have a better chance of finding someone. Do what you enjoy and that will be the best chance of meeting someone who shares your interests. Have coffee out, go to the library or bookstore to read. Also, don’t be afraid to ask friends who seem to have nice friends. The holidays are very very hard for single people. You might not realize how many lonely people are paired up. I have more fun with my friends and I have an open mind about finding the right guy.
December 9th, 2007 at 4:35 pm
ah it’s not so bad bein single, just think of it as spending more time with the funnest person in the world, YOU! do stuff u like, draw something, get outdoors, and make jokes to urself. people might think ur crazy if u burst into laughter randomly, but what do they know, you’re having the greatest fun in the world!!