The holidays are legendary for being the saddest time of year for single people. That is news to me, because my single self has a grand old time during the holidays when I am flying solo. Are you single this holiday season? If you change your perception to see that the grass can be greener on the single side, you can have a holly jolly time all by your single self. Here are four reasons that being a Savvy and Single Auntie this holiday season rocks:
 
1) You get to make more play dates with your nephews and nieces.  You probably have some time off and so does those cutie pie nephews and nieces. Why not make a few play dates for just the two of you so that you can spend quality time together. Take them ice skating, or to see a flick, or even a holiday play. There are so many festive things that you can do with them. While they love getting presents from you, time together is priceless.
 
2)  You can go on the vacation getaway that you always wanted. You have been planning to get away for the longest time, but something keeps getting in your way. Instead of sitting at home with a pile of frozen dinners in your apartment, go away for the holidays. There are plenty of resources online for the solo traveler. Who knows who you will meet on your solo adventures; maybe you will meet someone to help you get your groove back. We have all seen those movies where a single woman is alone in an exotic location and out of nowhere a hot stud comes along.  Who knows, it could happen to you. Book that flight!
 
3) You finally get to pick who you spend your time with. During the holidays there can be forced time with a boyfriend’s family which is not always pleasant. Not that there is anything wrong with spending quality time with family members of a potential life partner, but sometimes it just gets tense. This year, since you are of singular status, you do not have to sit though awkward family moments or try to please a mother who thinks no woman will ever be good enough for her son. Instead, call people you haven't seen in a while and figure out how to spend some time with them. You might even think about throwing a potluck holiday party to get your social groove going.
 
4) It's better to be single than in a bad relationship. Remember that being single during the holidays is not the end of the world. Contrary to popular belief, it is the perfect time of year to celebrate you, your friends, and family. There is always love around you. Also, go to all the things you are invited to. Be out and about and before you know it, the holidays will be over. You rock, so when love comes knocking you will be ready. Who knows: next year there just may be a ring on your finger!


Published: November 16, 2011