What I've Learned

By now, you know I joined EHarmony a while ago.  They are supposed to match people on "29 dimensions of compatibility".  So I went through the process of answering a gazillion questions, paid $179.00 for the year (what WAS I thinking?), and waited for that compatible person to send me an email.  For those who are thinking "What happened to D?;  he's still here... I'm just making a point.  

So that was a few months ago.  Thus far I've received some introduction emails from eHarmony, but not many emails from actual men who are interested in pursuing the "29 dimensions of compatibility" with me.  Most of the emails I have received thus far have been received during their 'free communication weekends'.

So what have I learned????  Well, a few things:
#1 If I ever want to use an on-line dating service, wait until the 'free weekends' because obviously this is the one area where no one really gets what they pay for!
#2 Perhaps I need to re-examine my desire to find someone with whom I have lots in common - after all D & I couldn't be more different - and that came in quite handy when his sense of humor was able to make me laugh when I wanted to scream.
#3 I really should stop trying to control my future (at least as far as my romantic future is concerned - I'm still going to try and control my career future!).
#4 I need to remember that God doesn't need my fumbling help (as a very smart woman once told me!)
#5 I should be thankful for what I have every day - wonderful children, good friends, a nice home, the material things I need, a job that pays the bills and a man who cares about me & who I care about - ALL courtesy of God.

My point - God is in charge, He doesn't charge $179.00, and He seems to be handling my life just fine.

It is Thanksgiving season & I am truly thankful for the lessons I've learned & what I will continue to learn. 

Happy Thanksgiving,

Lady Bug