Family Law

How Many are in Your Party?

By Erin Kelley

It can be difficult to get use to no longer asking for a table for two when you go out to dinner after divorce. While coming to terms with being single you may feel alone in the world, but there is a way to turn the situation around. Things may not have turned out the way you expected them to, but here’s what’s so great about a table for one:

1. You Get to Choose. No longer do you have to agree about what to eat for dinner. If you’re on your own, you are in control. You may have always wanted to try that new sushi place that opened up down the street, but your spouse couldn’t stand the smell of raw fish. Make a reservation today and try it out!
2. Eating in Peace & Quiet. Many of us may be afraid of the idea of being alone, but the truth is we all need some time to get away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives. If you are pressed for some down time, dinner can now be your new meditating haven. While chowing down on some of your favorite food, you can reflect on what’s going on and considering future events in your planner.
3. Going out Whenever You Want. No longer do you need to worry about racing home to get dinner on table or reject an invitation to dinner because it’s already waiting at home. Call all your closets friends and book a table at your favorite spot. Now’s the time for you to catch up with people you haven’t seen in awhile and get out for a change.
4. Expand Your Horizons. Now’s your chance to try new things. Try to new restaurants, dishes and cuisines. A new type of food could become your new passion. You may find a food you love and sign up for a cooking class. If you’re not sure you want to brave the restaurant scene alone just yet, try new recipes and cooking styles. This is the time to step outside the box, enjoy the world around you and focus completely on what you want to do to be happy.
5. Catch the Eye of that Cute Waiter. Even though you’re sitting at a table for one, you’re not alone. There are lots of single people out there looking for company. Eating by yourself may encourage others to venture you’re way and start up a conversation. You may not find your next soul mate, but you may be able to find some good friends and company you may not have found with a person sitting across the table from you.

Full post as published by The Divorce Blog on June 12, 2009 (boomark / email).