Joe Dellosa,
After reading your column, “Say what you would regret leaving unsaid,” it was obvious that the only option for me was to write this e-mail.
I have read most of your articles, and I have been wanting to e-mail you and let you know how much I enjoy them, but for some reason I would always put it off. However, after reading this article I knew that one of the things I would regret is not letting you know how much your articles have affected me.
The article “People in relationships shouldn’t settle” published on Oct. 27 has continuously had me thinking. A few months ago, my boyfriend and I broke up. Being back on the market has not been the easiest. Not because no one is interested, but rather because no one is interesting.
Although it is nice to go out to eat or to watch a movie with someone, your article has made me question whether I am settling with this person. Also, your article has made me realize that if I am settling, I am being unfair to both him and myself.
Your article has reminded me that if I feel bad for refusing to go to breakfast with him or not picking up some guys phone call, I shouldn’t because I am doing us both a favor, and not wasting our time. I am single now, and I know I will be single until I find someone with whom I am extremely happy.
So Joe, I just wanted to say thank you for writing the way you do and the things you do. I enjoy your thoughts and appreciate your columns. Write on!
