First Person Singular by Wendy Braitman

Can You Be Happy Dining Alone?

In the dressing room of my ballet studio the other day, I overheard a conversation between two older women, one of whose husbands had recently retired

– So, what’s it like having your husband at home all the time?
– About the same. We play our own music, watch our own TV shows. We only see each other at dinner.
– At least you have that. It’s so much nicer to share a meal with someone.

And then I chimed in:
– On many nights, I cook myself delicious food and eat alongside my dog. It’s very satisfying.

Illustration by Franco Matticchio

Today you are You, that is truer than true

“Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You.”
Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss.