mama has always told me a good marriage is the greatest of all blessings. And I believe her, as she has proven it by example.” “Again, I do not doubt it. But how does one achieve it?” “As with all things I can only assume it is through effort,” she said. “If the idea of marriage alone does not inspire you to apply such effort then maybe you, like Aphrodite, can be moved by only one man.” “Who?” “How am I supposed to know that? You only get that answer by accepting the introductions, balls, and walks.” She grinned, rising to her feet as she clasped her hands together. “So, now our footing has
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