19 things you shouldn't say to single people.

[Plaidman]

http://dating.personals.yahoo.com/si...-single-person


Yeah. I agree with all of them. They're just harsh sometimes. Especally that it'll happen when you least expect it. That just not true at all. Or when the time is right you'll meet someone.

When is that time oh master? When I'm fifty? Sure seems like it.

[flybye023]

The one I'm totally tired of hearing is "It happens when your not looking/least expect it." Hmmm, that just sound illogical.

One that I've never had said to me but a friend was complaining about is the old "you're too picky". Her comment: "Really? It's too picky to want someone who acts like an adult, can hold down a job, is kind and has good hygiene?"

[Saphire089]

none of those statements really bothered me that much, and I am single.

[Magpie]

I don't like the rationale given for why "why are you single right now" is bad. It implies that no one would ever want to be single, and that if you're single it's clearly something that you're trying to fix.

For the same reason that I don't like that rationale, I agree that saying that someone will come along and ruin your plans is stupid. People are capable of choosing to be single. If you decide that your career is more important than a relationship, are you really going to fall head-over-heels for someone who's not compatible with that career?

[Plaidman]

I think the article was meant more for single people who are looking for relationships, not for single people who are not looking and happy being single.

[Treasure]

I have one I'd like to add:

"Well, there's 2 kinds of girls, the ones you date, and the ones you marry..."

the implication being that I'm the kind of girl you marry, to which I must reply "How the H am I supposed to get married, if I don't date?"

I think its supposed to be a compliment that I'd make a good wife.. but still...

[Andara Bledin]

On the "when you're not looking" line, I think it's mostly about how when you're actively looking, you can end up putting out a desperation vibe. I used to have a friend who would manage to get girls to bail in about 10 minutes without doing anything wrong except for just trying too hard.

But, yeah, I can see how those would all be grating on someone trying to find someone else to be together with.

^-.-^

[Sheldonrs]

I'm single and I'm gay, and GOD willing I'll remain BOTH for the rest of my life!
I never want to go through living with another human being again.

I like my sex the same way I like my pizza. Delivered to my door hot and gone before I go to sleep.

[Squeaksmyalias]

"Your turn next [at weddings]." Has gotten people the death glare from me. Also the you are too picky.
Yes I have stupidly high standards
Guy must like animals and would like to own one and gets along with my dog.
Have job
Be responsible, I have no plans on being your mother mister.
Stay away from drugs
Not think I'm a freak for being the way I am. Maybe that's where I'm going wrong.
Yes high standards....*grumbles*

[Plaidman]

"Your turn next [at weddings]." Has gotten people the death glare from me. Also the you are too picky.
Yes I have stupidly high standards
Guy must like animals and would like to own one and gets along with my dog.
Have job
Be responsible, I have no plans on being your mother mister.
Stay away from drugs
Not think I'm a freak for being the way I am. Maybe that's where I'm going wrong.
Yes high standards....*grumbles*

Huzzah! I have higher standards then you!

Oh... wait. That's not a good thing ><.

[Squeaksmyalias]

Hehehe Plaidman *hug* I so glad I wasn't drinking when I read that. I do have higher standards then that, I just didn't elaborate on the responsibility part it would be a novel. I dated a wanna be mama's boy...that didn't go well...there are reasons I don't like being set up anymore.

[lupo pazzesco]

Huzzah! I have higher standards then you!

Oh... wait. That's not a good thing ><.

Standards aren't a BAD thing, really!!

Crazy standards, maybe, but standards are always good, because it means you won't settle just for the sake of settling. My mom did that for the longest time before finally divorcing bio-dad. She's much happier with stepdad, because she didn't settle due to having us kids.

But as to the article. Yeah, some of those...twitch inducing...I need a whapping stick...and the author of that article in close proximity...

[HYHYBT]

"the implication being that I'm the kind of girl you marry, to which I must reply "How the H am I supposed to get married, if I don't date?""---Join the Moonies?

[Plaidman]

I'd still take any advice for dating from all comers though

[BookstoreEscapee]

"Your turn next [at weddings]." Has gotten people the death glare from me.

Turn it around and say it to that person at the next funeral...