I've always been good at going out to eat and going on trips by myself (too good, I wonder sometimes...). I love to find a restaurant, or coffee shop, or book store, to sit and enjoy for hours eating a nice meal, reading a book, journaling, or doing school work.

I realized recently that the reason I like dining out alone is because I like to be around people, but without the pressure of keeping up conversation, or worrying about someone else's needs. I know, I know. That sounds incredibly selfish and self-centered. But I don't think this desire comes from a selfish place. I think that I am innately an introverted person, but I don't want to be so isolated by just staying in my home. I want to go out to be in the presence of other people.

I've gone on so many amazing trips, discovered so many great restaurants, and logged countless hours of reading all alone. And I loved every moment of it.

xxo