Why it’s Great to be Single in the Summer

Most of us look forward to summer: we can take off early from work, go on vacation, enjoy Sunday afternoon barbeques and the warm weather. It's a time to relax and enjoy life a bit more. Things slow down.

Unfortunately, it's also wedding season, which can make singles feel like lone wolves in a roomful of happy couples. Especially if these couples ask well-meaning but offensive questions such as, "why are you still single?"

Instead of dreading your next nuptial invite, take matters into your own hands. Don't feel obligated to look for that plus one, when you could have a much more interesting time meeting new people and seeing what happens when you're solo.

Some reasons you should embrace your single status this summer and live it up:

You can vacation anywhere you want. You don't need input from a significant other, you can book that trip you've always wanted to take, enjoying it with friends or going on your own. It's entirely up to you!

Parties, parties, parties. When you're single at a party, you are the one people want to approach. Whether your friend wants to introduce you to her neighbor or a couple of guys by the cooler are trying to catch your eye, you can be the object of interest and attention. Be sure to have some lined up for fourth of July weekend!

Summer flings. Why not have fun during the summer? It's a great time to fall in love, even if it's temporary.

Warm weather. Summer is a time when people congregate outside. They are less likely to be holed up in their apartments cranking up the heat. When the weather is nice, it's almost impossible not to be outside. Take advantage and go strolling in your local farmer's market, take your dog to a park, or spend the day at the beach or lake. There are plenty of opportunities to approach other singles while you're out and walking among the crowds.

Weddings. That's right. Instead of fielding questions from Aunt Sally about why you're still single, turn the tables on her. Tell her that you are enjoying the present, meeting new people, and don't want to settle for less than what you want! Then enjoy the bachelors...a guy always has a single friend or two.

Happy summer!