The beginning...

As per meeting a great new man recently, it has made me ponder on the beginnings of relationships, what makes them great, what makes it last... For one, my friend Ashley put it best when she called it the 'New Boy Syndrome'. Its the excitment of the unknown, the energy to get you through the everyday boring stuff for the anticipation of what will happen next. Will it keep getting better? As it gets better, you get more energy, it fuels all types of happiness. My friend Chris feeds off that feeling, loves the lustful passion that comes with meeting someone new. Once it dies down he is out looking for it again... Who wouldn't?! Its by far one of the best feelings. That is why they call it 'falling for someone', the feeling when you are on a rollercoaster and it soars down a big hill, everyone knows it! What comes next is another stage, but there is nothing like that 'honeymoon period', when you feel like nothing could stop you...

First Xmas Alone

So, every xmas for the last 9 years I have managed to come home with a man. He was not always smart enough, tall enough or honest, but he was mine. This xmas I bring myself, for the first time, I am not settling for the sake of having someone for the holidays. To tell you the truth, I am actually kind of looking forward to it. No more annoying in-laws, no more having to share the holidays with multiple families, no more expensive gifts that will not be truly appreciated! I have loads of time for family and friends without feeling obliged... Its quite wonderful... I mean, what is it about this time of year that makes us feel like we need to couple up: the multitude of dinner parties, family gatherings, sheer loneliness? Who knows, all I can say is I am not going to let it get to me... If I end up kissing a bottle vodka at the stroke of midnight, I will be a happy camper. (ok, maybe that last one was a bit much). In any case, I wish all my loved ones a happy and safe holiday season, much love to you all!