#76. The Gift of Singleness

Happy Gift of Singleness Day! What an amazing time for you to grab a microwave meal and cuddle up with your three cats as you watch figure skating. Aren't you glad that God wants you to be single for the rest of your life? You're soooo blessed!

God must think you're very special to bless you with such a gift. I'm married, so I definitely know that such blessing was not bestowed upon me. And even before I was married, I was sure that such gift was meant for you. You always loved to have some alone time. Guess what? Now you have all the alone time in the world! Think of Paul. He was single. Maybe you can build some tents, too.

Look how happy they look! This could be you!

I know, I know, us married people are always happy to encourage others with the gift of singleness. Not fair you say. But here are some awesome benefits for having received the gift of singleness:

1-Economy: Think about it. Every time a couple goes to dinner, they have to pay for two meals. Unless, of course, they split every single meal, but even then, the guy will still be hungry and hit up McDonald's later that night. You don't have that problem! Just order an appetizer and some water.

2-Pets: Once the kids come, most pets have to go. Not always, but it happens more often than you think. In your case, you can have as many lolcats as you possibly can. Although, we all know that God is more of a dog lover. I mean, Dog and God work as a perfect anagram. So, get one.

3-Couple dinners: Yes, we married couples have secret dinners. We don't tell you because it's for couples and come on, it's awkward. You can't just bring your dog to Olive Garden. But don't worry, we'll block you from seeing our secret dinner pictures on Facebook.

4-Stop looking: That's the main advice we married folk can give you right now: Stop looking for Mr. Right. Or we'll also tell you, "It'll happen in God's time." Or, "God is working on you right now." Or, "You can focus on yourself." Meanwhile, I'll be having my secret couples dinner. Call you later.

5-Jesus is your husband: Congratulations! You literally are the bride of Christ! Sure, the whole thing with Jesus living in your heart does not make for a fun Valentine's Day dinner, but you can freak out the other couples in Olive Garden when you start speaking to your "date."

Are you single? What else have you heard from married couples or even your grandparents?