I know exactly what you mean, Bev. When trying to see someone, I once said the word boyfriend, and, being 68, I felt silly. It didn't last anyway, and then I kept getting asked about my "boyfriend"! So frustrating. But I often feel so lost, even in the church, because everyone has someone but me.

The world is made for couples, not singles. IMO. I was always a part of a couple until seven years ago and did not see the problems of singles. At times I thought they were lucky to be free. I never dreamt I'd still be single this many years later :-(

And thinking it may be forever is just depressing.