Dating How To Make The Most Of Your Online Dating Experience 8:31 AM How to Make the Most of Your Online Dating Experience Choosing the ideal dating website or app is like shopping for a new vehicle. There are a lot of different alternatives to consider.There are flashy and trendy ones, but stick with something dependable, tried, and trustworthy. The decision is yours, especially when choosing a Christian dating site in Hong Kong. You'll find dating websites that cater to almost every taste and preference imaginable. Whether you are interested in a particular user base or a matching algorithm based on psychology, there is likely a dating site that was developed with you in mind. You just need to find it. Here are three of the most crucial things you should consider when choosing an online dating app to make the most of your online dating experience.1. Use a Dating App to Find People Who Share Your Interests Using a dating app can be fun. However, it can be challenging and time-consuming to filter all prospective matches and find the one most compatible with you.Check to see if there are apps developed with your preference. For example, suppose you are over 50. In that case, a dating app designed specifically for people in your age group can help you discover a suitable partner more quickly and simply.The endless possibilities might surprise you.For example, there is a dating app made just for vegans. You may also find sites that cater specifically to LDS singles.And if you want to utilize a dating app just for Latinos, there are options.2. View Reviews from Other Users Do you look at reviews of new products? This is a wise method to see if the promises made about a product are truthful or if it will be worth your money.You should use the same approach when it comes to using dating apps. Check the reviews about a dating app before deciding if it's the one for you. Doing this should tell you the benefits and downsides of the app so you save your time on something that doesn't meet your standards.3. Try the Free Version First Some dating apps offer free and paid versions. Before you sign up for the app's premium version, you should verify whether the app has a free version that you can test.Testing will provide you with information about the program's offers and features.You can gauge the interface's ease of use if you try the free edition first. Or if there are many possible matches for you and if the dating app lacks the features you need. If you want to continue using the free version, you can decide if you will upgrade or not. But, again, the goal is to avoid paying big money immediately. How To Make The Most Of Your Online Dating ExperienceIf you have a plan, you'll determine which dating apps are the most suitable for your goals and requirements to make the most of your online dating experience. Keep in mind that not all dating apps are created equal. So, it may need some trial and error. Be patient. The results will be well worth it.This post contains affiliate links, so we'd get a commission if you purchase through the links at no additional cost.
How-To Dateless & Single On Valentine's Day? 10 Fun Things To Do 7:11 AM Dateless and single on Valentine's Day? What can you do? A lot. So, don't fret. If Valentine's Day is a day to celebrate love, then go ahead. Have fun! Love is not exclusive for gooey-eyed couples anyway. What is Valentine's Day?Why do most people celebrate Valentine's Day? Valentine's Day is the feast day of St. Valentine. He is the patron saint of lovers, epileptics, and beekeepers. Wide range. Cool guy. There's no clear information about his life and death or how Valentine's Day started in the 14th century. But thanks to marketing, we celebrate February 14th as Heart's Day. Or Singles Awareness Day for some.Speaking of which, what should you do if you're dateless and single on Valentine's Day?Here are 10 fun things you can do. Giphy 1. Do Nothing. Don't celebrate if you don't feel like it.Some people don't celebrate Christmas or Thanksgiving because of religion or culture or because they can't be bothered. So, you may or may not celebrate Valentine's Day. There really is no pressure. Giphy 2. Go shopping. Companies offer hefty discounts and promos for Valentine's Day. This is the best time to shop and avail of the price drop. This is your chance to save on your shopping. Makeagif 3. Pamper yourself. What could be more fun than spoiling yourself? Book an appointment at your favorite spa and get pampered. They are most likely having a Valentine's Day promo. Celebrate self-love and indulge in your me-time. To love yourself is not just a self-esteem-boosting piece of advice. It is the prerequisite to truly loving others. -Tania Kotsos Giphy 4. Hangout with friends If you're dateless and single on Valentine's day, don't forget that Galentines is also a thing. So go out with your girlfriends or best buddies. They're there for you in your ups and downs. So why not celebrate love with them on this day? When you finally find your life partner, you'll have different priorities...and plans for Valentine's Day.Single girl, Valentine's Day will be fun and exciting when shared with your friends. Giphy 5. Give love to others. Send out your love to the people around you. Friends, co-workers, and even clients will appreciate your thoughtfulness. So send an e-card, give chocolates, or a single-stem rose.Feeling charitable? Volunteer your time at shelters, senior living centers, or food pantries. Giphy 6. Watch a concert or Valentine's show special. Your favorite artist may be having a show on this day. Watch a concert with friends who are also fans. Chances are, you'll be so entertained that you forget about making a big fuss about being dateless and single on Valentine's Day. Giphy 7. Travel. Grab promo flights or hotel discounts offered on Valentine's Day. Traffic may be bad around this time, and that's no fun. So plan your trip ahead of time. Giphy 8. Staycation for the single on Valentine's DayThe best place for singles on Valentine's Day? The bar? If that's your scene, sure.But also...at home!Staying home may be the wisest thing to do on Valentine's Day if you want to avoid traffic, long lines, and the temptation of spending more than you need. Watch a rerun of your favorite show or have a movie marathon. You can invite your other dateless and single friends. Valentine's Day-themed movies are a thing, but you can watch horror-thriller. No one's going to stop you. Read a good book. Play games. Cook for yourself. Or spend your time with those who love you unconditionally----your dogs!Or book a hotel nearby and order room service like a boss. Giphy 9. Tick off that to-do item on your list.Your friends may be busy today, and this could be your chance to do that thing you've always wanted.That book you've wanted to finish.That art project you started years ago.That dish you've wanted to cook since you've seen it on YouTube.That closet that needs to be organized.That friend you've been planning to call.That place you've wanted to visit.Who's got the time to worry about being dateless and single on Valentine's Day when you've got a lot of fun things to do lined up?Giphy 10. Carpe diemEven though you find it hard to believe right now, you won't be dateless and single forever. So while you still have the opportunity to spend more time with yourself, enjoy it. Seize the day. Carpe diem. Dateless or single on Valentine's Day or not, live in the moment. Be genuinely happy where you are. Remember...If you're unhappy being alone, you won't be happy in a relationship. Happiness comes from within and not from other people. Giphy Appreciate the untroubled life of being dateless and single.Benefits of Being Dateless & Single on Valentine's Day No pressure. No worrying about what you're going to wear, what gift you will buy your partner, or how you will surprise them. No hassle. The trip to the restaurant could be challenging with the number of people who will also be out on Valentine's Day. No problem. Don't listen to the lies of marketing telling you to buy flowers or be out there with everyone else. If you're only going out on a date because you're scared to be dateless and single on Valentine's Day, you'll only waste your time. That will be unfair to your date. Learn to enjoy your own company because if you won't, who else will?What do you usually do on Valentine's Day? Do you have any suggestions for the singles? This post contains affiliate links, so I'd get a commission if you purchase through my links at no additional cost to you. This helps me maintain my site. Thanks in advance!
Quotes 15 Encouraging Quotes For The Single 5:16 PM While waiting for the right person to arrive, you may get weary and bored. You may even get discouraged and decide to just settle for whoever is available. I always say, being single is easy. It is dealing with the judgmental and meddling society that is hard. Not everyone will understand your decision to stay single. I gathered 15 encouraging quotes for the single out there to help you get through this stage. Those who are single by choice and are happy about it are admirable. It's not easy being alone especially when you are surrounded by twosomes who are too caught up in their own worlds to care about the existence of other people around them. Giphy So here are some words of encouragement to my single ladies (and men) who are enjoying their freedom, while waiting for the right person who will change their lives forever. 15 Encouraging Quotes for the Single 1. Personally, I think if a woman hasn’t met the right man by the time she’s 24, she may be lucky. -Oprah Giphy 2. It's easy to fall in love. The hard part is finding someone to catch you. -Unknown Finding the person right for you is indeed difficult. I will not gloss over it. But it won't kill you. It will only make you wiser and stronger. You will learn what you can and cannot allow or tolerate. The best way to deal with this stage in your life is to enjoy it. Go on dates. Join productive activities. Serve a ministry. Be out there. Having said that, don't take yourself too available for everyone. Protect yourself from abusive people. Let go of toxic relationships. It's when you let go of the wrong people in your life that you make space for the right ones. Wifflegif 3. We waste time looking for the perfect lover, instead of creating the perfect love. -Timothy Oliveira There is no such thing as a perfect lover or a perfect relationship. That is because there is no perfect person. But you can still make your relationship work. How? By simply working on it! Make a decision to love your partner every day. Even when there are times it is quite challenging to do so. Love is not just a feeling. Love is a decision. Don't wait for the perfect lover. Work on making your love perfectly imperfect. Together. Giphy 4. Find a guy who calls you beautiful instead of hot, who calls you back when you hang up on him, who will lie under the stars and listen to your heartbeat, or will stay awake just to watch you sleep... wait for the boy who kisses your forehead, who wants to show you off to the world when you are in track pants, who holds your hand in front of his friends, who thinks you're just as pretty without makeup on. One who is constantly reminding you of how much he cares and how lucky he is to have YOU... The one who turns to his friends and says, "that's her". -Harry Tottszer Giphy 5. Love is not automatic. It takes conscious practice and awareness, just like playing the piano or golf. However, you have ample opportunities to practice. Everyone you meet can be your practice session. -Brandi Snyder Giphy 6. Finding love is like finding shoes. People go after the good-looking ones, but they end up choosing the one they feel comfortable with. -Unknown Author Tumblr 7. The bad things in life open your eyes to the good things you weren't paying attention to before. -Good Will Hunting Maybe you're taking people for granted. Maybe you don't realize how blessed you are because things are going your way. Don't curse the bad times. Don't avoid the hardships. They're there to make you appreciate what you have. Don't despair that you're still single. Some people are praying for what you have right now. Imgur 8. Love is not about finding the right person but creating the right relationship. It's not about how much love you have in the beginning but how much love you build till the end. -Unknown You see couples so in love and happy and think they have it all together. You assume their relationship is a bed of roses. Sorry to burst your bubble, but it's not. Happy couples are happy because they went through hell and high waters and survived. What didn't destroy them made them stronger. They are happy because they went through pain and emerged better. They are victorious together. Giphy 9. If you like someone, tell him, because you might find out that they like you too. -Unknown There's no harm in trying! It's normal to like someone. Don't let an opportunity pass you by. You will regret what you didn't do. Don't let 'what if?' haunt you until your old age. Giphy 10. We come to love not by finding a perfect person, but by learning to see an imperfect person perfectly. -Sam Keen Gifimage 11. He’s not perfect. You aren’t either, and the two of you will never be perfect. But if he can make you laugh at least once, causes you to think twice, and if he admits to being human and making mistakes, hold onto him and give him the most you can. He isn’t going to quote poetry, he’s not thinking about you every moment, but he will give you a part of him that he knows you could break. Don’t hurt him, don’t change him, and don’t expect for more than he can give. Don’t analyze. Smile when he makes you happy, yell when he makes you mad, and miss him when he’s not there. Love hard when there is love to be had. Because perfect guys don’t exist, but there’s always one guy that is perfect for you. -Bob Marley Giphy 12. You can't make someone love you, all you can do is be someone who can be loved, the rest is up to the person to realize your worth. -Unknown Gifimage 13. For every beauty there is an eye somewhere to see it. For every truth there is an ear somewhere to hear it. For every love there is a heart somewhere to receive it. -Ivan Panin Tumblr 14. From every human being there rises a light that reaches straight to heaven. And when two souls that are destined to be together find each other, their streams of light flow together, and a single brighter light goes forth from their united being. -Unknown Giphy Some of the people who are pushing you to date may be well-meaning friends. But don't give in to peer pressure. If you feel that there's something wrong with the decision you're about to make, follow your gut. If you see red flags on the person you're dating, don't turn a blind eye. It will not go away. Discern. Pray. Never lower your standards. Never compromise your non-negotiables. The person that's meant for you will come at the perfect time. Trust me. I've been there. I was waiting for what seemed like forever. In my waiting, I stayed calm. I rest on God's promise. I enjoyed my time alone and spent time with the people who matter to me. Trust God's timing. Don't stop believing in love. It's a wonderful feeling to fall in love. 15. Keep falling in love with the idea of love. Don't let your past hurts taint the way you see love. When you feel like the enemy is trying to dampen your spirits again, remember that only God can satisfy you fully. Don't seek happiness from another. Happiness is an inside job. And when you can't find encouragement anywhere, come back to these 15 encouraging quotes for the single. It will remind you of how awesome it is to be where you are right now and look forward to the next chapter of your life.
People My Brief Dating History And Feature On DatingNews.com 1:07 AM Post-wedding effect: makes you recall your past life before meeting your spouse. At least that's how it is for me. This includes my short, bittersweet dating days. Let me share my brief dating history and feature on DatingNews.com. Walk down memory lane with me as I remember that crazy, full of twists and turns life journey I've had from singlehood to wifehood. My Brief Dating History and Feature on DatingNews.com First things first I've been sidetracked from blogging after getting engaged. After the wedding, I promised to give more time to updating my loyal audience again. So, I was thrilled when I found out that my blog will be featured on a dating website. Oh, I've not been forgotten by the blogging world after all! 😊 I was recently featured on DatingNews.com, a comprehensive site that's "at the heart of the dating industry" and that puts a spotlight on dating and relationship coaches, matchmakers, lifestyle bloggers, sites, apps, and everything in between. Here's a little bit of what they had to say. You can read the rest of the article here. "Lux started the About Life and Love blog to reach out to singles and couples everywhere and let them know they’re not alone. Her articles touch on matters of the heart with a refreshing honesty and sense of humor. Whether she’s recommending a date-worthy shade of lipstick or giving wedding planning tips, Lux delivers down-to-earth guidance based on her own experiences navigating the dating scene." Here's a brief look back on my dating history and some helpful tips 🔔 from that experience I'd like to share. Dating in high school I was raised in a conservative culture in an old fashioned way. You could say it's a little backwards. I wasn't allowed to date when I was in high school. That seems alright and normal for our culture. But what I didn't understand before was that my mom would scold me for getting letters from suitors (yes, I was born before texting). I'd like to believe that I'm a good daughter so the effect on me was that "Gosh, she's right. There must be something horribly wrong with me. Why am I getting all this attention?" My mother made me feel terrible for something totally normal for a teenager to experience. So I never went out with boys alone back then. It's always a group date and it's always done in secret. 😝 I tried to be open with the family about who's giving me flowers and chocolates, who the letters are from or who asked me out. My mom would always say bad things about them. Which is crazy I know but welcome to my life. High school dating summary: always in group and in secret College life When I realized that my course was difficult, I told myself there's no way I am dating in college. I couldn't even find the time to brush my hair or put some powder on my face. After class, especially after lab (laboratory), me and my classmate just go find food not even checking ourselves in the mirror. Dating in college summary: Non-existent Real world I dated again when I started working. I could count all the guys I went out with in one hand. Some were brief, others were years long. Like half a decade long. Was I serious with any of them? Yes, in my own juvenile way. Did I see myself marrying any of them one day? Honestly, no. I did hope though because what's the point of dating if we were not to end up with them? But even with the one I had the longest and most serious relationship with I couldn't, for the life of me, picture myself being his wife. Here's my opinion and unsolicited advice to all singles: 🔔 if you can't see yourself marrying the person, put an end to it as early as possible to spare yourselves from bigger heartache, and so you can set each other free. Life's short. Stop wasting your and the other person's time. I'm not saying you stop dating or entertaining suitors. It is a fun and integral part of growing and learning in life. Just because you're not sure if you're going to marry the person doesn't mean you seclude yourself from the world. Give it a chance, sure. Try to make it work, yes. But, if after discerning and reflecting and you think that he is not good for your well-being, it's time to walk away. Especially if abuse in any form (physical, emotional, psychological) is involved. 🔔 Love yourself first. I realized that the ultimate purpose of dating is indeed marrying the person, not just having fun or passing time. Author Jefferson Bethke said, "Dating with no intent to marry is like going to the grocery store with no money. You either leave unhappy or take something that isn't yours." Neither of the result sounds appealing, right? Don't dishonor or shortchange yourself for your partner. Don't dumb yourself down for a man. Don't let another walk all over you especially if you're considering them to be your future partner. 🔔 Here's a tip I've learned at The Feast to know if the person is good for you: change 'love' with the person's name in 1 Corinthians 13:4-8. "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away." If it doesn't sound right, it's time to think and decide if the relationship really is worth your time. As one of my guy friends told me (which I always held on to whenever other people would pressure me into dating): 🔔 It's okay to be picky, because you're talking about forever here, a lifetime with this person. It's okay to take your time in choosing. Take it from Cher: via Giphy Dating in the real world summary: messy, fun, life-changing, challenging but in the end rewarding. Because it made me wiser, made me realize my worth and led me to the road where I found my one true love. What does your dating history look like?
Faith 7 Lessons I Learned From Ruth While Waiting For My Boaz 8:18 PM So here's the thing about Ruth and why she's a big deal---at least for single women. She's the perfect inspiration for those who are: feeling inadequate feeling flawed scrutinized and marginalized by the cruel society feeling that they've ran out of luck when it comes to finding "The One" tired of doing good and not seeing any good happen to them In short, Ruth is not your ideal woman. People looked down on her because: She was a Moabite. Moabites were descendants of Lot from an incestuous relationship with his oldest daughter. She's a woman, and women during her time were considered property whose value is only a little higher than cows in their society. She's a widow. Some people during her time thinks widows are cursed. Giphy Despite her personal obstacles and the labels people give her, she remained faithful to her mother-in-law Naomi and did what she could to help her. Brushing aside the whispers about her, she went out to glean the barley fields of her late husband's kin, Boaz. That's a quick summary so you may want to read her story to know more. But here's what I got from Ruth. 7 Lessons I Learned From Ruth While Waiting For My Boaz 1. Ruth’s priority was a life of service. Ruth didn’t wait for someone to redeem her after her husband died. She went out there and worked---for her and for her mother-in-law. The only family she has. She could have left her but she didn't. She served her. She knew her priorities. Don’t wait for other people—especially for men to validate your existence or rescue you from where you are. In the end, you're the only one who can save you. Don't be a damsel in distress. Be your own hero. 2. Loyalty and selflessness are always rewarded. She cared for Naomi and never left her side which eventually led her to her future husband Boaz. Even when you don't expect it, your goodness will be rewarded. That's how the universe works. 3. Be confident with who you are. Ruth never let rumors and gossip stop her from going out there and getting what she needed. She ignored the naysayers. She knew she was being judged because she didn’t fit in the society’s standards. She had more important things to think about; she had no time for petty things and petty people. If you know who you truly are, no amount of rumor will make you question your identity. Your reputation is in the hands of others. That's what the reputation is. You can't control that. The only thing you can control is your character. -Dr. Wayne Dyer 4. Be diligent, persevering, and determined. Ruth worked harder than others, which Boaz noticed. Your work ethics, virtues and hard work will speak for itself. Though some people don't appreciate your effort and your goodness, someone will---someone who matters. 5. Be a woman of character. Boaz told Ruth: “All my fellow townsmen know that you are a worthy woman.” What can be more flattering than that? You can’t control your reputation, because everyone's entitled to their own opinion. But remember: not everybody matters. You can’t control other people’s impression of you. Don’t even waste your time trying. However, you do have full and total control of your own character. Be someone your Boaz can be proud of. Be someone you yourself, your children and your children's children can be proud of. Carry yourself with dignity. 6. Stop chasing people. Don’t be desperate. Boaz praised Ruth’s loyalty saying, “You have not gone after a younger man, whether rich or poor.” Never run after a bus, train or man. When one leaves, another arrives. 7. Follow the advice of the wise. Ruth knew she could trust Naomi so she followed her advice. Which turned out to be an effective one because Boaz married her after that. Ruth may not be every guy's fantasy girl, but she’s every man’s ideal wife, judging by her character. People might have treated her like trash, but her character shined so brightly that a man of integrity like Boaz saw what a gem she was. Don’t just sit and wait around for your Boaz. Ruth never did. She lived a life of service and the Lord rewarded her. For God is faithful, and His timing is perfect. Be like Ruth while waiting for your Boaz. Work while you wait and wait in faith. ---- Lessons from The Feast's teachings on Women. Edited from the article I submitted on The Praying Woman.
Love and Relationship From Happy Single To Engaged And Ecstatic 12:25 PM This year is my best one yet; my best and longest birthday celebration so far. My craziest and most amazing journey and transformation---from happy single to engaged and ecstatic. Yes, it finally happened (Sumome newsletter subscribers already knew as I told them about it before posting. I encourage you to subscribe in the pop up so I can keep you updated and send you soul foods). Just when I thought I'd be single forever and was so ready for it, God gave me this most wonderful surprise. For those who are asking, I've been single for 5 years and I'm in my mid-30's now. Indeed when God works, He works in ways that will leave us in awe. As Hudson Taylor said, "There are three stages to every great work of God; first it is impossible, then it is difficult, then it is done." From Happy Single To Engaged And Ecstatic Impossible It felt like finding my OTL (One True Love) was impossible. I've dated a few and although I tried to make each one work, it just didn't. When I thought or maybe made myself believe that I've found my prince, he turned out to be just another frog. I've had an ex (or two) who cheated on me. An ex who loved to point out what's wrong with me; my appearance, what's lacking in my life, my mistakes and imperfections. An ex who never pays attention when I talk. An ex who just couldn't keep the promise anymore and chose the easy way out; he walked away---when I needed him the most. Exes who borrowed money and never paid, lied to my face, and those who felt entitled to anything. (Did it sound like I have many exes? Well, most of these characters are found in just one person. Or two). I've met people who discouraged me and gave me second thoughts about true love's existence. Or happy endings. Maybe love is just found in movies or books made up by people desperate to find it? It seems impossible to find it in the real world. Difficult Yet no matter how wrong the men I dated were and no matter how badly I was treated, I always find myself believing that someday I will find someone who will honor me, cherish me, and show me how it is to be truly loved. That love exists and I will one day experience and share it with the one destined to be mine. That God is still writing my love story and He's perfecting it. So I waited. And oh, how long and difficult it was. I endured the insults. I had to remind myself that if someone thinks there's something wrong with me for choosing this path, there is something terribly wrong with them. I had to be patient---very patient, and wait for God to deliver His promise. There were times when I am so at peace with myself I go to bed heaving a sigh of relief that I can do whatever I want when I want to without complications or anyone to consider. I can remember going home and relishing my alone time in the apartment like any introvert. And going to bed with a smile on my face knowing I can sleep anytime, wake up at whatever time I wish to, and decide whether to stay in bed, go out and meet friends or just stay home and order pizza (something I especially miss). I was enjoying my single life while it lasts knowing in my heart that someday soon, everything will change and I would wish I can go back to the time I am free from commitment. But then... There were many cold lonely nights too, so to speak. There were times when I go to bed with a heavy heart, with such yearning for someone to share how my day went. There were moments I wake up in the middle of the night, longing for a comforting body beside me, assuring me that I am loved and boosting my spirit when I had a long tiring day. Moments when I wish I have someone to share my joys and trials with. There are days when I have to run errands or do chores and wish there's someone there I can rely on to do the heavy, difficult tasks. I will always have to check if the service includes free pick-up and delivery because it's quite challenging for my small frame and back problem. Or look for someone I can pay to do stuff for me. Done When finally I've learned to embrace my single life and all its imperfections, when I finally accepted the fact that it is a possibility that I might end up alone and be totally okay with it, when I finally became at peace with myself and dealt with loneliness like an old frenemy, when I could finally ignore the criticisms knowing that they know nothing about what God has planned for me...that's when God proved that my story isn't over yet. That's when I realized I was ready for more. I was ready for a big change. God has been preparing me for a big surprise---a wonderful bonus to my already great life. It wasn't easy getting to where I am right now from where I was five years ago. I was hurt, betrayed, used, and broken. But then God has proven that my life isn't over with me planning my time alone; securing my future in case there's no one to take care of me. God obviously thinks it is so much better for me to share this life with another---someone He has specially prepared, honed, crafted, formed into the best partner for His stubborn daughter. Someone perfectly imperfect for the imperfect me. How did it happen? Sometimes I have to pause and reflect. Sometimes I have to check the photos and messages on my phone, and the ring on my finger just to be sure I'm not dreaming. Because it seems everything's happening so fast and everything feels so unreal. Wasn't it only yesterday I was single and happy? Now I'm actually engaged! I have to stop and just revel at how amazing God is. I finally met someone willing to spend the rest of his life with me. Someone who liked it enough to put a ring on it. (Thank you, Beyonce.) Like anyone who believes in the power of visualization and asking God for specifics, I wrote down the things I want in my future spouse. My heart rejoices knowing that he ticked off all my list. He is everything I prayed for...and more. Truly God delivers, and when He does you'll be blown away. He will---as always---exceed your expectations. God will give you more than you think you deserve for He loves you more than your human understanding can ever fathom. When I think about my plans that have so abruptly changed this year, I feel like God must be so amused when I was presenting to Him my needs and my goals. They're too small compared to His big plans for me. He knows my needs more than I do. I thank God for his perfect timing. It's all happening when I am not influenced by any strong emotions; fear, desperation, despondency, or anger. I have clarity and so I know I am not being unreasonable or illogical. I'm in no rush. No one is forcing me to do anything. This is me deciding with a clear mind and a ready heart. This is me trusting my gut feeling knowing that this nudge is from God. It all happened when I am not lonely anymore, nor am I afraid to be alone. With God's will, everything falls into place. It's like the universe syncs and moves with you. You are shown favor after favor after favor. So just keep the faith, keep praying, and never ever stop believing in love. Maybe one day you'll find someone to share that love with. Maybe God will send you to a mission where you'll find a different kind of love. Maybe God will give you a heart so big and generous to love a whole community which you can call family. Whatever it is, keep trusting God. He knows best. After all, He invented love. He is love.
