Alone is a state of mind
Sometimes we can feel alone even in a large city with thousands of people around. It is a different then feeling alone when you are by yourself at home.It feels more isolated. When I can see dozens of faces some paired off ,some also by themselves , I feel alone. Sometimes I see a smile towards me or even a nod. I think I will never see any of these unknown people again. Across the dinner table is someone I have known for a long time. Conversation is broken by the checking for text on their phone . I feel alone. I know, poor pitiful me , why don't I make an effort ? Go and find a friend who will engage in conversation,talk about their travels , the books we've both read. I really don't care. When I am alone at home , the others are off doing their thing , I feel at home. I can tolerate the quiet. I can enjoy my own company, my thoughts. I am not alone though. I am with my dog. I do not feel alone. I feel calm. I do not feel sad. I do not feel lonely. So there to me anyway...