Why Must I Be Single?

It’s been almost two years since I was divorced and I still haven’t found love again. Here’s a poem lamenting my single state:

Why must I be single?

I don’t want to boast

But I have a heart of gold

My family knows this

My cousins and relatives know this

My friends know this

And finally

God knows this

Why must I be single?

I am loyal to a fault

I wouldn’t cheat on anyone to save my life

I always stand up for those dear to me

And help them in their hour of need

Why must I be single?

I rarely hide things

I am always truthful

Well, maybe not all the time

But at least on most occasions

On the rare occasion that I have lied

It has never been in my own interest

But rather, for the sake of protecting others

Why must I be single?

I am very trustworthy

I can easily keep secrets

I would rather stop listening to Harris Jayaraj songs

Than betray someone’s trust

Why must I be single?

I am a good listener

And a shoulder to cry on

Not to mention, I am very sensitive

Maybe a tad too sensitive at times

But hey, that is something I would prefer any day

Over being tactless

Why must I be single?

I am always humble

And hate to take credit for others’ work

In fact, whenever I am praised

I make sure that I give credit to others too

Even if they don’t really care

Why must I be single?

I am good at my work

And often burn the midnight oil

Not to mention, I am very supportive of my colleagues

Why must I be single?

I don’t smoke

I don’t take drugs

I drink only on special occasions

On the whole, I am a very decent guy

Why must I be single?

I can love, and love deeply

I am ready to do anything

For the one I love

Just not anything unethical, of course!!

Why must I be single?

I have been in love twice

And on both occasions

It was unrequited love

In fact, on the second occasion

I was cheated on

Because of which, I am a divorcee now

I really hope and pray

That there will be a third occasion

And that luck will favour me this time around

Why must I be single?

I have tried Tinder and Bumble

I have even tried Aisle and Betterhalf

Nothing has clicked for me

I have waited for thirty-four years

How much longer must I wait?

Dear Jesus, please answer me

Why must I continue to be single?