Although it has taken me a while to post about this, I had some notes from Valentine’s Day that I wanted to share.

I think I have had a boyfriend only one year on Valentine’s Day during my entire life. However, I’m not one of those people who  shows their angst for the holiday by wearing black and moping around. I actually like Valentine’s Day. Perhaps this is due to my sweet tooth and love for heart shaped sweet-tarts and fruit filled chocolates.

Anyway, for some reason, this year I did get a little sad on Valentine’s Day. But it didn’t last long when I realized that I wouldn’t trade my singleness for any of my friend’s relationships. I’m single because I chose to be. I don’t settle and I don’t have a boyfriend just to have one. I’m not into wasting my time and energy on someone that isn’t worth it, and I just haven’t met the person who is worth it yet. I’m too busy with school, work and focusing on my future to waste time on petty things.

I actually feel sorry for some of my friend’s that are in relationships. Their boyfriends are so immature and most of them act like “the rules” only apply to their girlfriend, but the boys still do whatever they want regardless. I have seen countless friends stress over guys whose names they probably even won’t remember in 10 years. Yet most of them stay in these habits because they think it is better than being alone. I really don’t get what is so bad about being alone–yeah, it gets a little lonely at times, but you get a lot more done and never have to check your plans with someone.

Ultimately I think I am becoming a stronger person because I don’t have a boyfriend. It has allowed me to become comfortable being alone and think for myself. And I know that when I do meet the right person, all of the waiting will be worth it because I won’t be settling for anything less than what I deserve.

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