I don't like or dislike being single...it's just kind of how things are right now. I can say I have enjoyed coming into my own and figuring out who I really am and what I really want. It took a few years, and I'm glad I did that without having a man in the picture. But now I want one. I don't want to have children after age 32, and I want to be married first, so I have to find a man soon!
So why am I still single? And why aren't I dating? Money...it's my ultimate excuse for everything!
In my opinion, I really can't afford to date because I don't have the money to buy the clothes and accessories needed when trying to get attention. My wardrobe is sparse. I've pretty much had the same clothes for the past few years, and they are getting worn out. So when I do get the funds to update my attire, "date clothes" will probably be my last priority because I'll need to replace my old work attire first.
I'm also the kind of girl who will never expect a man to pay for me. I like the idea of having enough money in my wallet just in case my date and I decide to go dutch. But since my budget is tighter than a pair of skinny jeans (a cute fashion item I don't know, by the way), I don't have an "emergency dutch fund," and I probably won't date until I do.
Money has been my excuse for everything, and I don't know how to get around that. But I'd really like to start dating...any suggestions?
