Tick Tock
“Lord, how ashamed I should be of not being married before three and twenty!” Pride and Prejudice Vol. II Ch. XVI “So—are you married?” “No.” “Are you dating anyone?” “No.” “How old are you?” “24.” [ Insert uncomfortable pause here .] “Well, I’m sure it will happen soon.” Welcome to my world. For those of my readers who are, as of yet, unfamiliar with my cultural surroundings, let me explain: My quaint college town hosts a very religious community. That religious community cares a lot about marriage and family. Also, this place is saturated with literally thousands of intelligent and attractive young men and women; they are in search of eternal life and an eternal partner to share it with. Privately, my sister and I compare this remarkable phenomenon to the “land that floweth with milk and honey.” As a faithful member of my congregation I know it is my life mission to date, to marry, and to ...