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Know the ’27 Dresses’ movie? The ‘always a bridesmaid and never a bride’ thing?<\/p>\n

Well, until 22 I got four proposals, so I was always engaged and never married. Which is kinda a good thing, if you think about it. I wouldn’t want to end up marrying the wrong person and have to file a divorce. So, I am\u00a0thankful for the experiences that made me avoid such a situation.<\/p>\n

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The most serious one and the one that makes this story special is the fact that had\u00a0the perfect man. Even now, I know he is the perfect man and I do wish there were more like him in this world.<\/p>\n

On our first year anniversary, he kneeled in front of me and asked if I would like to spend the rest of my life with him. I loved him and loved the ring, so there was nothing to think about, I was sure.<\/p>\n

Another 3 years had passed and sadly, we moved forward in different directions…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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