A Time of Magic

Engagements are peculiar in many ways. In effect they have two basic reasons, the first being to signal that the couple in question are no longer available to anyone else and secondly to signify the committment between them.

Although that second reason is perhaps the most important in terms of cermonial value, the first is no less important and for that engagement rings are the usual means of erecting the “unavailable” sign. In fact, by removing the potential for competition, it’s probably rather important for some relationships. Not so much because the girls can’t be trusted to stay committed but rather because guys in general consider the hunting season to always be open.

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