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I never knew you were a nun. That's so interesting!
Trust me, dating isn't all its cracked up to be!
Do you wear a habit or are you a "plainclothes" nun?
I ask this because I think maybe it would be fun if you and some of your female friends/ fellow nuns organized a "Nuns Night Out"--make reservations at a fancy restaurant, put on fancy clothes, maybe all go see a play or you could even have a "mocktail" party with sparkling apple cider and fun finger foods.
That way, you'd have all the good parts of the date without the one part that can occasionally be dissapointing--the man!
Just a fun thought!
My girlfriends and I are a mix of marrieds and singles, the single ones wish they were married, and us married ones envy the freedom of the single girls--everyone wants what they don't have! Although, you couldn't pay me to be single again--it really can be miserable.
I do admire your dedication to your faith and am glad there are people like you willing to give their life in service to the Lord and others!
Do you wear a habit or are you a "plainclothes" nun?
I ask this because I think maybe it would be fun if you and some of your female friends/ fellow nuns organized a "Nuns Night Out"--make reservations at a fancy restaurant, put on fancy clothes, maybe all go see a play or you could even have a "mocktail" party with sparkling apple cider and fun finger foods.
That way, you'd have all the good parts of the date without the one part that can occasionally be dissapointing--the man!
Just a fun thought!
My girlfriends and I are a mix of marrieds and singles, the single ones wish they were married, and us married ones envy the freedom of the single girls--everyone wants what they don't have! Although, you couldn't pay me to be single again--it really can be miserable.
I do admire your dedication to your faith and am glad there are people like you willing to give their life in service to the Lord and others!
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Wow. Lots to reply to this morning! First of all, thanks for all the support and understanding for my situation. You guys are awesome, as always.
LilleKat -Thanks for your kind words. They mean more than you know.
Doc-n-SamsMom - your take on the vow of celibacy is right on. Many nuns do consider themselves to be "married" to God and even wear a wedding band to demonstrate that committment. I starting wearing one after making my final (permanent) vows last year. To me referring to my relationship with God as a "marriage" doesn't quite define it, but I absolutely feel that "my life is his."
Tari - I love your idea of a virtual date with George. Ideas anyone? What should I wear? Where should we go?
Krazykat2 - Your idea of a night out with a male friend is great too, if I had
a friend who was comfortable with that. While I'd be fine with doing something like that most of the guys I know tend to be a little on the conservative side and would consider this "inappropriate." Some of my friends have really struggled with stuff like this, although they're doing better with it now. When I first entered the convent, I went out to a baseball game with a group of friends and ordered a beer. Most of them were shocked, which really surprised me. It's almost like they don't think nuns are human.
OllyExtra - I'm definitely a "plainclothes" nun. I do where a medal or pin most of the time which is the symbol of my religious order, but that's about it. I get told all the time that I don't "look" like a nun, mostly because I'm much younger that most nuns you see. I tend to dress a little more conservatively than I used to, but at home or on the weekends, I still wear
jeans and T-shirt or sweats.
A "nuns night out" is really fun idea. I know quite a few younger Sisters would agree. I'll definitely have to organize something.
Thanks again, everybody! (I'd still love to meet George whenever he's back in town
)
LilleKat -Thanks for your kind words. They mean more than you know.
Doc-n-SamsMom - your take on the vow of celibacy is right on. Many nuns do consider themselves to be "married" to God and even wear a wedding band to demonstrate that committment. I starting wearing one after making my final (permanent) vows last year. To me referring to my relationship with God as a "marriage" doesn't quite define it, but I absolutely feel that "my life is his."
Tari - I love your idea of a virtual date with George. Ideas anyone? What should I wear? Where should we go?
Krazykat2 - Your idea of a night out with a male friend is great too, if I had
a friend who was comfortable with that. While I'd be fine with doing something like that most of the guys I know tend to be a little on the conservative side and would consider this "inappropriate." Some of my friends have really struggled with stuff like this, although they're doing better with it now. When I first entered the convent, I went out to a baseball game with a group of friends and ordered a beer. Most of them were shocked, which really surprised me. It's almost like they don't think nuns are human.
OllyExtra - I'm definitely a "plainclothes" nun. I do where a medal or pin most of the time which is the symbol of my religious order, but that's about it. I get told all the time that I don't "look" like a nun, mostly because I'm much younger that most nuns you see. I tend to dress a little more conservatively than I used to, but at home or on the weekends, I still wear
jeans and T-shirt or sweats.
A "nuns night out" is really fun idea. I know quite a few younger Sisters would agree. I'll definitely have to organize something.
Thanks again, everybody! (I'd still love to meet George whenever he's back in town
