Ah, being single—the freedom, the independence, the ability to watch whatever I want on Netflix without someone hogging the remote. Sounds perfect, right? Well, not quite. Despite being happily surrounded by awesome friends and a loving family, there are still some major downsides to flying solo. You see, it's not all spontaneous road trips and guilt-free ice cream for dinner. No, my friends, being single has its own unique set of challenges. So, before you get too envious of my unattached bliss, let me share with you my top 5 things I absolutely hate about being single.
1. "You're such a catch, when are you going to settle down?" and "You'll find someone when you least expect it."
Yes, Joan, I know I'm a 10. But what now? I'm left with the dregs of the dating pool. After countless unsuccessful dates, my expectations couldn't be lower. Where's this Mr. Right you promised, Joan? Where?!
2. No Holiday Partner:
Watching my friends jet off to exotic locations with their significant others while I sit at home in my pyjamas, reliving scenes from Bridget Jones, spooning peanut butter straight from the jar with my cats—it's a sad, sad sight. Sangria by the beach? More like Netflix by the radiator.
3. Society's Single Squeeze:
Society is clearly not built for single parents on a teacher's salary. I love my job, but choosing between a career and a personal life feels like being stuck in a real-life game of "Would You Rather." I've considered having children on my own, but honestly, in this day and age, how do people survive? Single parents, you are superheroes. How do you juggle work, kids, and the cost of childcare without losing your mind—or your bank balance?
4. The Elusive Back Tickles:
Ah, back tickles. That divine sensation that lulls you into the deepest sleep, only to wake up with your face planted in the pillow and a drool puddle on your cheek. I miss those gentle, therapeutic touches that make everything right in the world at the end of a day.
5. Feeling like I'm waiting for the rest of my life to start:
I mean, I've already unlocked all the adulting achievements: bought a house, adopted some cats, own a car, and landed a job I love. What’s next? Collecting every scented candle in existence? My cats aren't exactly great conversationalists, and they certainly don't join in my kitchen-oke when I'm cooking dinner with a bottle of wine.
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Oh i can 100% agree on this hun! And everyone around you is either having kids, getting engaged or buying houses together! And all these people can say is... youre still young, your time will come. The right one is out there! You're lucky you can do what ypu want....Ughhh! Please try being single these days! Ive been in this dating game 9 years now and just getting worse. Situationships will be the death of me! 😅🤣