As a single woman I am constantly told about how AMAZING marriage is and hounded about when am I getting married? Something about time running out. But staying single to me, is the better and far more funner (Yes I know that is not good English) option.
If you need a good laughāor an excuse to dodge the whole "happily ever after" sceneāhere are 50 entertaining reasons why notĀ getting married might just be the best decision for you.
Because You Can Eat an Entire Pizza or Cake Without JudgmentĀ ā No one's keeping tabs on your third sliceā¦ or eighth.
Because Nobodyās Stealing Your Side of the BedĀ ā The whole bed is yours. ALL of it. Seriously, some mornings I even wake up sideways!
Because No Oneās Sneaking Bites of Your Ice CreamĀ ā Itās the law: whatās yours is actuallyĀ yours.
You Get Full Control of the TV RemoteĀ ā Goodbye, stupid, crappy bro movies. Hello, drama!
You Can Decorate Your House Without āCompromiseāĀ ā Pink velvet couch? Sparkly, tasseled curtains! MacramĆ© everywhere? Or if you are like me, plants where ever there is a space to put one! Do what you want, queen!
Because No One Can Make You Watch SportsĀ ā If you wantĀ to spend Sundays bingeing shows, youāre free to do so. Unless you brother comes over.....then it's a dog fight...
Because You Donāt Have to Share the Last Slice of Chocolate CakeĀ ā Do you reallyĀ want to give that up? I can't say for you but... Buddy... I will cut you!
No Oneās There to Steal Your Favorite HoodieĀ ā It stays exactly where you left itāuntouched, unclaimed and unstained.
Because āWhy Are There Wet Towels on the Bed?ā Is Never a ProblemĀ ā You donāt have to deal with the towel chaos.
You Can Wear the Same Sweatpants Three Days in a Row Without Anyone CaringĀ ā Or anything else for that matter......Whoās there to judge? Nobody.
Because You Can Be As Weird As You WantĀ ā Break out those interpretive dance moves, girl. The living room is yours. My reputation with my friends for having private, living room dance parties is legendary!
You Donāt Have to Fake Laugh at Bad JokesĀ ā No one forcing you to āha-haā at dad humour 24/7.
You Can Keep the Thermostat Wherever You WantĀ ā Cold? Crank the heat. Hot? Blast the AC. No compromises.
You Donāt Have to Cook For TwoĀ ā Fancy a cereal dinner? Go for it. No oneās here to ask, āWhatās for dinner?ā I had gluten free, chocolate cake with spiced chai last night in case you are wondering....
You Never Have to Share the BathroomĀ ā Toothpaste all over the sink? Nope. Itās as pristine as you like it.
You Can Buy Ridiculous Things Without Explaining YourselfĀ ā $200 for a foot massager shaped like a unicorn? Totally justified. Totally.
No Awkward In-Law DinnersĀ ā Youāre off the hook for family drama with people you barely know. Seriously, how do you guys do this? I feel to break out in a cold sweat just thinking about it!
You Donāt Have to Listen to SnoringĀ ā Sweet, uninterrupted sleepāno earplugs necessary.
Because No One Will Ever Ask, āWhatās Wrong?ā When Youāre Just Sitting QuietlyĀ ā You can just be.
Because Netflix Suggestions Will Stay RelevantĀ ā No more ābecause you watched Sharknadoā recommendations.
You Donāt Have to Share Your BlanketĀ ā No more tug-of-war over the covers at 2 a.m.
Because Your Laundry Hamper Wonāt Magically Overflow Every DayĀ ā Itās yourĀ clothes and only your clothes in there.
You Can Travel Wherever You WantĀ ā Solo trips to Bali? Yes, please. No negotiations required.
Because No One Can Criticize Your DrivingĀ ā You donāt need a backseat driver second-guessing your every turn. Bonus points, no one messes with your music settings. Bonus, bonus points... you can sing as loudly as you like, while eating your favourite snacks! Party on wheels! Let's go!!!!!!
You Donāt Have to Pretend to Care About Fantasy FootballĀ ā And no need to feign interest in anyĀ fantasy leagues. Seriously....NONE.
You Get to Keep All the Closet SpaceĀ ā All the shoes, all the handbags, andĀ no complaints about āanother pair?ā I LOVE IT! MINE ALL MINE!
Because You Donāt Have to Consult Anyone About Big DecisionsĀ ā Want a pet llama? Itās your life. Live it how you want!
Because Mornings Are ActuallyĀ PeacefulĀ ā No rush to make coffee for two. Just you and your quiet morning bliss.
You Can Have Solo Dance Parties Without an AudienceĀ ā No oneās going to witness your embarrassing ā80s moves. Well, except my furry babies, but they know I am crazy and love me anyway!
No One Can Judge Your Cooking SkillsĀ ā If your lasagna turns out like a crime scene, itās your little secret.
Because You Never Have to Argue About Who Forgot to Buy MilkĀ ā You drink the last drop? Cool. No passive-aggressive notes.
You Can Keep Strange Collectibles Without ExplanationĀ ā A shelf full of rubber ducks? Go wild.
Because Nobodyās Going to Touch Your Fancy Skincare ProductsĀ ā The $200 face cream stays untouched by anyone but you.
You Donāt Have to Hide in the Bathroom to Avoid ConversationĀ ā Sweet, sweet solitude. All day, every day.
No Oneās Going to Complain About Your Singing in the ShowerĀ ā In there, Whitney Houston ain't got nothing on you and no one can tell you otherwise.
Because You Can Use the Last Bit of Hot Water Without GuiltĀ ā Itās all yours. Scalding showers every time.
You Never Have to Fake Being Interested in FishingĀ ā Or hiking. Or any of the hobbies you definitelyĀ donāt care about. For real... None!
You Donāt Have to Worry About Someone Elseās Hair in the DrainĀ ā Your shower stays clean and clog-free.
You Can Spend Hours Browsing Target Without Hearing, āAre We Done Yet?āĀ ā Girl, take your time in the home goods aisle or any other aisle you fancy! The world is your oyster!
Because You Can Adopt as Many Dogs/Cats or Any Other Pets as You Want Without QuestionĀ ā No limits, your own personal furry paradise.
No Oneās Hogging the Wi-FiĀ ā 4K streaming without buffering. Every. Single. Time. YAYYY!!
You Can Order Weird Food Without JudgementĀ ā Calamari and nachos at the same time? You do you.
No Oneās Going to Rearrange the Pillows You Perfectly ArrangedĀ ā Your throw pillows? Always in aesthetic harmony.
Because No One Will Say āCalm Downā During a Freak OutĀ ā Newsflash: ācalm downā never calms anyone down. Like ever.
You Donāt Have to Listen to Anyoneās Opinion About Your Shopping HabitsĀ ā Bought another plant or ten? Treat yourself! Go Wild!
Because You Can Leave Shoes All Over the House Without a WordĀ ā No oneās around to complain that it looks like a shoe store exploded. Seriously enough with the shoe judgement already! Hi, I am Nadia and I love shoes....get over it!
You Can Take 30-Minute Baths Whenever You WantĀ ā No knocking on the door asking, āHow much longer?ā I will stay as long as I want, thank you very much!
You Can Have Breakfast for Dinner Without QuestionĀ ā French Toast at 7 p.m.? Yes! Yes! Forever yes!
Because Nobodyās Going to Borrow Your Stuff and Never Return ItĀ ā Your phone charger will stay exactly where you left it.
Because Freedom Is DeliciousĀ ā Like chocolate cake eaten in bed while watching vampire movies. No compromises, just pure bliss.
In a world full of unsolicited marriage advice, I am here to remind you that staying single really isnāt so bad. From full control over the thermostat to guilt-free solo pizza nights, there's plenty of joy in living life on your own terms.
And if anyone asks why you're still single? Just tell them, āI like my side of the bed... allĀ of it.ā
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