This is my family blog, yes, but more and more its just about little ole me, here, living life on my own. I've become more and more comfortable being solo, moving through life at my own pace. I have been to movies, coffee shops, restaurants, breweries, parks, and live events all on my own. I bought a car by myself. Tackled big projects alone. Every now and then I think it would be great to have someone to share experiences with, but then I realize that I AM experiencing life with other people - just not ones I currently know, ha ha. And that leaves me open to meeting and seeing more people. Case in point is this coming weekend, when I will attend a Stick Figure concert in Austin at Circuit of the Americas.
Have I ever been there? No. Is anyone going with me? No, but The Girl is going to give me a ride (in a weird role reversal!). Its going to be hot, crowded, loud, probably full of all ages, and GREAT. And the experience may push my comfort level a bit, being in a big scene by myself, but since I love the music and having fun I feel like it will all fall into place. No matter your age, there might be worries, but live music tends to bring people together for fun and I will be well-prepared. I'm never going to be this young again and I don't want to miss out on things. What are your thoughts? Have you had to be brave and go it alone?
Gina
5 comments:
Good for you, Gina! I have never been on my own...ever. I went straight from my parents home to my own home with husband and kids. I think I would be ok, if I had to do...actually, I'm sure I would be. I don't know about going someplace tha t is loud with a gazillion people though. I would have a tougher time with that but I am happy for those who can do those things.
Grace & Peace,
Pam
I hope you have a fabulous time! I have traveled alone (just while actually flying with the intent of meeting others at the other end of my travels) and I've enjoyed it. But like Pam said I went from my parents house to living with my husband and now with 3 kids I'm rarely alone but I do think I'd manage. I've only ever been to 3 concerts in my life though because I'm not a fan of crowds. I always buy myself an aisle seat so I don't feel too claustrophobic.
I'm full of admiration for how you're getting out there and trying new things. By yourself. I don't think I could do that. I hope you have a great time. ( When I first saw your post I thought maybe you were going to learn how to draw stick figures??? Silly me.)
I go nowhere on my own, at least not to the kind of places that you’re talking about. Good for you.
Very interesting topic. I have always been on my own, but always with someone. I was married to a long haul truck driver for 37 years. He was always gone. If I went anywhere it was usually by myself. I travelled internationally for work - by myself. Took on assignments where I lived in other states several times (by myself and my husband would be sure to get loads in the area) by myself. Eat, movies, concerts, arts, all by myself. Then he died 3 years ago and I felt afraid and like I couldn't do anything by myself. It was such a strange time in my life. It took a while to get past that and start doing things, by myself, again. I am very at peace in my solitude and doing things by myself.
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