Is Living Alone Making You Weird?

[tiggs]

I think that there are definitely habits we form when living alone. Many years ago (when I had been single for several years) I would not sleep in my bed but instead slept every night on the couch. Certainly saved time making the bed in the morning lol

[cinderella]

Make the bed? Who makes the bed????

Living alone...I am an expert. I've lived alone for most of my adult life, taking time out for the few live-in relationships I've had - most long-term. But I adapt very easily to going it alone - yet again.

Sometimes I think it would be nice to have a live-in partner, but I think again and reflect:

I would be expected to have a neat & clean house (I do for the most part - but am a lousy housekeeper, and only do it when I absolutely can't stand it anymore).

I would have to deal with eyerolls every time I wanted some wine - which is often. Hey, you're not paying for it, nor do I expect you to, so piss off!!

I'd have to consider someone else before making any decisions...I don't like that at all. I'm too used to pleasing me, and of course my puppy - but she's easy - for the most part.

I'd have to get out of bed to pass gas at night - which is often.

I'd have to close the bathroom door - something I never do, unless of course, I'm visiting (which is never), or have company, which is maybe once or twice a year.

Go out when I don't feel like it.

Control my impulse buying - I hate that one!

Have to consider someone else's opinion/desires when decorating - something that is anathema to me! Or for that matter, on anything!

...and the list goes on and on, but this will do for a start. Wow! What a surprise that I'm single! lol

Originally Posted by tiggs

I think that there are definitely habits we form when living alone. Many years ago (when I had been single for several years) I would not sleep in my bed but instead slept every night on the couch. Certainly saved time making the bed in the morning lol