Being single in my 30s is such a weird mix of “this is peaceful” and “am I gonna die alone with 47 cats?” 😂 I swear dating at this age feels like choosing between someone’s ex-husband, someone’s current situationship, or someone who still lives like they’re 19. And don’t even get me started on online dating… half the time I’m convinced I’m talking to a hologram.
And yeah, I joke about it, but it’s actually scary realizing I might not have kids. I’m 34… and the math is NOT mathing. By the time I meet someone normal, settle down, and even think about babies, I’ll be what… 36? 37? Meanwhile my mom is over here reminding me my eggs have “expiration dates.” THANKS, MOM. 😭
It just feels like everyone else got the memo on life except me. All my friends are married with kids and I’m over here trying to figure out if I’m lonely or just bored. 🤷♀️
If you’re 30+ and single, please tell me I’m not the only one spiraling at night. 😅
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