Thinking about what the future may hold....
I know how important it is for me to spend this time alone.  If and when the time is right, my prayer is Lord, that you will bring along the perfect match for me.  Someone who will respect me the way I am learning to respect myself; (the way I deserve), someone with the same interests, passion, joy and love for life and you.
This will all come about in your time and I know it will probably be when I least expect it.  I find as I am alone, my desire is to share myself with someone.  I am somewhat of a caregiver.  I think about cooking a meal for someone who would really appreciate it; rubbing someones shoulders or feet after a long day; talking about dreams of vacation destinations; praying together, etc.  I now realize how I allowed myself to be short changed for so many years.  I suppose there is no answer to why; I just need to be thankful for the courage and strength you gave me to move on.  Help me to see people clearly for who they are.  Protect me from deception.  Keep me strong in my faith. : )