I hear that being single looks pretty good from the other side of the fence. Those who are married often say they wish they could have the freedom of being single again. That’s one of the great things about being single. You can do anything you want without having to ask permission or account to anyone. You can stay up late, go out with friends, go away for the weekend, or invite people over whenever you want. You don’t have to wash the dishes until morning or vacuum until the weekend. You can sleep in as long as you want. It’s pretty sweet.
On the other hand, we singles are looking at the married folks with the same other-side-of-the-fence envy. We would love to have what you have…a family and the stability of planning a future with that someone special.
I guess this is to say that each side has its ups and downs and neither side is “better” than the other. I say, “take hold of what you have right now and enjoy the heck out of it like there’s no tomorrow.” If you’re single, enjoy all the benefits and opportunities that are available. If you are married, love your spouse and don’t take your family for granted.
In either case, try to make each day special. As a single person, I take time to treat myself. Maybe it’s a special meal I fix just for myself, or a shopping spree, or a weekend jaunt to a great city or beach. I make myself a wee pot of tea and use a china teacup and saucer at my desk as I write. I use the “good dishes” when it’s just me for dinner. I try to add something special to each and every day because it is those memories that mark time. Without those punctuating moments, your life all runs together and is gone before you know it.
One of my favorite authors is Alexandra Stoddard, and one of my favorite concepts of hers is the adding of “Grace Notes” to each and every day. It is from her I draw my inspiration.
What can (or do) you do to add a special moment to your day today?
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