Dining out alone

This was an unplanned challenge. However, one I felt needed to be blogged about. Because it was still a challenge to complete.

It's kind of funny to admit this given my age but, I never dine out alone. If I'm alone and hungry, I will usually make something at home. Or if I don't have anything at home, I will grab something and take it home to eat or make.

I have had several dinners of just popcorn or sandwiches because it is hard to cook for only one person.

So today, I decided to stop and dine out alone. Granted, due to some digestive problems lately, it wasn't much, but I still had to sit at a table in a restaurant and eat alone.

It was an interesting experience. I don't often get the opportunity to people watch and I took my time to actually enjoy the experience. I got to enjoy my food without being in a rush to go somewhere quickly. Although I have to admit it was kind of quiet. I also got stared at by a few other customers who must have thought it strange I was dining alone.

I am glad I was able to complete this by myself. I feel better that I can do all kinds of things by myself that I never thought were possible. I think travelling by myself is not entirely out of the question now. However, I have some advice for people who are thinking of trying this one out on their own: to avoid people staring at you, bring a small book or magazine to read. You don't stand out that much then.

Thanks for reading

Lynn