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Sun Dec 20
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I think it's an important thing to learn how to do, honestly. You shouldn't miss out on something just because everyone else you know doesn't want to do it.
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Bizarrely for an only child, I never had an imaginary friend, but I don't see what's the problem with creating a fantasy companion when you're older, considering that the type of societies we live in are the ones that create so many hurdles to human interaction.
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And the idea of anyone being lonely really upsets me. I used to visit an elderly woman who lived near my old office - I met her one day when she was outside letting her dog go to the loo, and she invited me into her house - I was so worried that she'd do this to any random psycho that I kept checking up on her. She had a son who seemed to turn up every week to leave ready-meals in her fridge and a tiny dog who she used to feed on biscuit crumbs. I don't think she talked to anyone else from one end of the week to the other. I once called in and saw that she had no bread, milk or loo roll and went over to the supermarket to get basic supplies - she said it was the nicest thing anyone had done for her ever. She broke my heart. I couldn't get to visit her after I left the job and I often wonder if she's okay. Just the thought of her sitting there with no one to talk to makes me tear up. These days I donate money to Alone (an excellent charity that provides companionship to isolated older people) every month, but I really should donate time.
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Hussy.
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I didn't mind. I just figured they were lonely and couldn't have kids. I felt glad more than anything that they found each other.
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On a side note, commenting on Jez makes me realize how crap some of my friends are.
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I totally understand what you're saying though I tend to know exactly what I'm looking for and where I will find it and it's almost always online. But on the rare occasion I DO go shopping with someone - I take 2x as long to shop and I always feel pressured to rush. I'd much rather be on my tod.
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If we're shopping for jeans, why are you picking up that sweater? There's nothing in Nine West for us, keep walking! When did L'Occitane start selling clothes?
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You MAKE me lie to you by PRESSURING me to rush! I asked if you wanted to "go shopping." Not "go buying" or "go looking!" Why'd you even agree to come?! Let's just go. I'll come back later. By. My. SELF!!!
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It's only annoying when you need a second opinion but I tend to rely on the salespeople and my blackberry's camera & messaging function.
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But everyone knows Chess King is the final straw.
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"Well, he's got a gorgeous square jaw and paid for dinner, but he has the personality of a cardboard box!"
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I lived alone for two years without roommates or pets and to be honest, it was very lonely at times. However, living alone turned out to be one of the best decisions I've made in terms of my development. It made me independent, made me appreciate when I was around friends and loved ones more, and it gave me a lot of time to soul-search and figure myself out. I recommend it.