I'm Not Like You

Written by Kimberly Hall

I’m not like you; I don’t want to be alone.  

I’ve heard this statement on more than one occasion. Each time, it’s in reference to my being single. Most of the time, I try to change the subject or sugarcoat my response. This time, though, I took a deep breath and addressed the comment head-on.  I politely asked, 

Is it the smile you see on my face . . . 

or my jet-setting around the globe, having the time of my life . . . 

or could it be my love for running . . . 

. . . that leads you to believe I don’t want a man in my life?  

Here’s the thing:  I’ve decided to create my own happiness, as I wait patiently for that special someone to enjoy my life with.  

Of course I would love to spend my days with someone special. 

Yes, I want to love and be loved by someone who would go to the ends of the earth for me. 

So no, I don’t choose to be alone . . . but I do choose to be happy. To protect my peace. To wait for God to grant me the desires of my heart.  

What better way to live each day than to live it fully? Who says you have to wait for a romantic partner to travel to Italy?  Who says you have to save your fine china for Thanksgiving?  Who says you can’t wear lingerie on a Tuesday night, while you are home alone?  Life is too short to save things for a special occasion or wait until the perfect moment.  

So maybe you aren’t like me. I’m comfortable spending time alone. I enjoy my own company. Never forget, you only get one life—so live it with no regrets. 

Happiness isn’t a gift your mate can give you. 

It’s a gift that you must give yourself.