Earlier this week I had an old "friend" contact me. This friend usually pops in and out of my life every six months. I met him almost ten years ago and had an instant connection with him, but he had just gotten divorce and as usual, timing was not right. Anyway, I am a true believer that everyone comes into our life for a reason with a definitive purpose...there are no coincidences. As we were catching up, he asked me: "why do you think you are still single." Instantly a lump appeared in my throat and I fought the stinging amonia of tears formulating in my eyes. The good news was, this was a text conversation, he wouldn't be able to read any of my body language. In usual Meriska fashion, I quickly replied with something charming and witty.
It wasn't until I was shopping at Ross tonight (they are having a fabulous sale on boots ladies!) that it suddenly hit me. I am single for a reason. It is a choice and I refuse to settle. I put my boots down, dug through my purse and found my cell phone. I quickly typed the following to my male friend: "thank you for your thought invoking question the other day. I am finally ready to answer. I am single because the love I have to offer is special and priceless and it would be better for me to remain single, than for such love to be lost or destroyed in the wrong hands." I felt empowered, proud and needed that reminder of who I am. It's easy as women to get lost in our everyday lives, work and our kids schedules. I truly believe in what I said and I hope those reading get empowered themselves to remember their personal value and worth.
Sloppy Kisses,
Meriska
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