And is you live alone long enough, there comes a time when you no longer want to live with someone.

If you are living by yourself and feeling lonely, then you are doing something wrong. You need to join a club or some other organisation where you can meet lots of people.

Years ago, after I moved back to Australia, I joined a gourmet club - although I'd hardly describe myself as a gourmet. We'd eat out 3 or 4 times a week, then sit around and discuss the meal. I loved the company, the food (most of the time) and the ensuing discussion.

It was one of the best decisions I've made.