Status: single.

When you see a long distance relative for the first time in awhile, why is it that the first thing they ask is "sooo are you dating anyone?" My response is always, "no" so I am not sure why they keep asking!

Yes, I am always the single girl out of my friends, but I am used to it and to be honest, I am completely fine with it. I usually only go on first dates. People typically think I don't give the guy a fair chance or that I am too picky, but I am fully aware of what I am looking for. It only takes one or two dates to know if someone has these certain qualities. If they don't, I know it's not worth going out again. I don't want to lead them on and I'm certainly not going to settle. Carrie Bradshaw says it best (as always!): "Some people are settling down, some people are settling and some people refuse to settle for anything less than butterflies." It's so true!

It makes me really sad to see people in relationships just because it's comfortable and it's all

they've ever known. Seriously, how do you know if they are really the right person if they are the only person you've ever dated since 10th grade? Some people may believe in "high school sweethearts" and that's really sweet and all, but I still think you need to see what else is out there before you truly know if they are the one.

I can't help but wonder if I am just too selfish to ever settle down! It might sound strange that I would admit that, but I like to do what I want, when I want to do it. I plan spontaneous vacations because I can. I sit around half the day in my pajamas because I can. I am taking my time going to college because I can. I don't know that I could imagine actually having to compromise or give up my independence. For now I am completely happy with the place I am at. Someday when I meet the right person, I am sure I'll realize all the things that were missing. But I am really in no hurry. I am honestly having the time of my life right now and I know not everyone can say that!

Thanks to my awesome friends who don't always have to be with their boyfriends! I love you guys and I love our girls nights out! :)