Emily, I have a confession to make: I really am a horse doctor; but marry me and I'll never look at any other horse.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A proposal admitting his profession while promising loyalty to his spouse.
- In plain terms
- I love horses but I will love you more.
- What can you take from it?
- Commitment means choosing one thing over others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you show loyalty?
- Can jokes work in vows?
Another view
It might undermine trust if taken literally.
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