My relationship with solitude!

Solitude ...even the thought of it runs a strange energizing sensation all over my body. The feeling you get with a thought of vacations in a monotonous mechanical life...i feel the same way when someone offers me solitude! I have been labeled and taunted thousands of times by my parents, relatives, friends because of my strong relationship with solitude...but I could never really "grow out of it". Because as much as it gives me pleasure...it is a kind of a need to me. A time alone...a time to organize my thoughts, time to sort my life, time to understand myself. A vehicle needs petrol, lubricants, water to keep the engines cool and a rest time! Like food, water, air to breathe......solitude is an essential component in my life, without which I couldn't function! From childhood, I enjoyed every bit of being alone! I never got bored of myself. A day off with a good book in my hand and cup of coffee....is what i call a perfect day! No doubt i am an introvert. And with ag...