WIST Quotations Has Moved!A quotation from Judith Martin
The only wedding custom with a pretense to long tradition and universality, that of public checking up on the consummation of the marriage, seems to have been dropped. Miss Manners can’t think why.Judith Martin (b. 1938) American author, journalist, etiquette expert [a.k.a. Miss Manners]
“Miss Manners,” syndicated column (1981-04-11)
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"Miss Manners," syndicated column (1981-04-11) - Martin, Judith | WIST Quotations
The only wedding custom with a pretense to long tradition and universality, that of public checking up on the consummation of the marriage, seems to have been dropped. Miss Manners can't think why. On the idea that weddings have rigid and immutable rules, roles, and set pieces that must be…
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