"The Holiday Season:Embracing Singleness with Gratitude"
Entry #39 As the holiday season arrives, I'm filled with excitement to reconnect with friends and family at parties and gatherings. At my stage in life, these events become even more precious, as I only see some loved ones two to three times a year. We catch up on work, sports, family, and our favorite drinks. However, there's one aspect of holiday parties that I've grown to dread: the inevitable question from that one person – "Why are you still single?" This uncomfortable inquiry started about a decade ago, when everyone around me was building their families. I was dating someone at the time, and we'd attend events together, including her birthday party in October. But December brought heartbreak, and the questioning began. The most awkward experience was four years ago, when we'd all planned a holiday dinner and New Year's Eve celebration. My girlfriend at the time was thrilled, and we'd even paid for our tickets. But on December 20th, just thre...