Post some good things about being single

[gypsygirl]

I wish I could be more like you all and do things you all want or need for yourself because honestly I am not grained that way, I am more concerned with taking care of people than myself. However, one of the nice things about being single right now is being able to spend more time in God's word and with my parents because once I do get into a relationship I won't spend as much time with them.

i think you're missing the point of this thread.

the idea of celebrating single freedoms doesn't mean you're selfish-minded and don't care about others. like you, i also am a caregiver-type and ended up moving my grandparents into my house for the final years of their life.

having more freedom to spend it as you wish, such as with your parents or in His word IS a single freedom. having the liberty to choose how you spend your time, as well.

the idea that we can celebrate and enjoy the inherent joys and liberties of being single doesn't mean you aren't concerned about others or selfish, or don't make time to spend it in God's word. : )

 

[cmarieh]

i think you're missing the point of this thread.

the idea of celebrating single freedoms doesn't mean you're selfish-minded and don't care about others. like you, i also am a caregiver-type and ended up moving my grandparents into my house for the final years of their life.

having more freedom to spend it as you wish, such as with your parents or in His word IS a single freedom. having the liberty to choose how you spend your time, as well.

the idea that we can celebrate and enjoy the inherent joys and liberties of being single doesn't mean you aren't concerned about others or selfish, or don't make time to spend it in God's word. : )

Gypsy, I understand this thread as I just said that I wish I can do some of those things that were listed. Maybe I didn't word them properly and for that I am sorry.

 

[Misty77]

On being single a second time:

No more evil mother-in-law.

All sides of the bed are mine; or I sleep in the hammock, the futon, the couch, or the bean bag chair as I want.

I take a road trip when I feel like taking a road trip. I love being untethered!

Now that we homeschool, my son and I keep the hours we like. We sleep late, and I get my best work done from 10pm to 2am.

I go to the church that I like, listen to the music I like, and pursue the interests that I like; and don't have to make compromises.

 

[zeroturbulence]

Don't have to constantly put the toilet seat down..

 

[cmarieh]

Don't have to constantly put the toilet seat down..

Yeah, I kind of had an experience with using the facility and the person before me didn't put it back down

 

[melita916]

i can have a lazy day on the couch watching tv with no interruptions.

if i wanna go somewhere, i just get in the car and go. if i wanna stay home, i just stay home.

i can leave my shoes wherever... even though i sometimes trip over them lol

 

[Reborn]

I can leave the toilet seat up.


It's the little things that keep me content.

Don't have to constantly put the toilet seat down..

I agree.
Great minds think alike?

Never mind.......l like the fact that we don't have to think about the seat position afterwards.

 

[Misty77]

Don't have to constantly put the toilet seat down..

And I never have to be surprised that the toilet seat is up

 

[AsifinPassing]

There are a ton of benefits to having a relationship, I want to reiterate, but thinking further... I found some others to singleness...

4. Women be crazy sometimes...

Alright, before you string me up by my thumbs, hear me out. Not everyone is the same, and we all have our ups and downs/strengths and weaknesses and different nuances... But by and large, for some reason, when you're in a relationship...the girl just can't seem to be happy sometimes. Out of seemingly nowhere for almost no reason, she'll just want to argue or cause some sort of drama... I don't miss that. I am a conflict averse person, which has often made me a great problem solver, because I don't like or want problems. Sometimes relationships can be stressful to me in this regard.

*inner Reece's voice*. WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU?!! JUST LET YOURSELF BE HAPPY AND ENJOY THIS MOMENT!!

5. Worry.

I'm not a worrier. Biblically, Jesus even tells us not to worry. This is how things should be.

Add romantic relationship, the feelings involved, etc...

Now I have to worry all of a sudden. "Hm...she hasn't talked to me in three days. Did I do something? Is something going on with her? Etc etc"

"Hm...she changed her tone and mood. Was she wanting something? What should I do? Etc etc"

...there are hundreds of these examples I can give, and the worst part is that most women aren't forthright or straightforward with communication, especially when involving their wants and needs, so that's another thing I don't miss.

 

[Desdichado]

I can devote an absurd amount of time to other things that enrich my life. Travel is also way easier.

 

[jeremyPJ]

I can do all the things I was not allowed to do when married. Like taking guitar lessons, build myself an old
Hot Rod car, basically do everything wrong like I always have (lol!) and not have to hear about it. Now THAT is nice!

 

[Roh_Chris]

My expenses are my own. I don't have to foot another person's bills.

 

[MartyrNdaMaKn]

More closet space for me! Means more shopping.

 

[zeroturbulence]

Don't have to constantly put the toilet seat down..

Oh great, no one warned me that someone already mentioned that... Lets get on the ball people!!

 

[melita916]

i don't have to share chocolate! or food

 

[WalkbyFaith2228]

I worry about and keep tabs on 1. Me. And I have plenty of time to spend with Jesus.

 

[zeroturbulence]

I can sleep all day..

 

[Aspimom]

I have had extra time to focus on my Aspie son to prepare him for life after high school.

I get to cook all the time whatever I want, not just meat and potatoes.

 

[skylove7]

You always have the other side of your bed empty...for your coffee pot...mini fridge...and a 4 ft stuffed tiger I cuddle lol