Quote by Oscar Wilde

LADY BRACKNELLTo speak frankly, I am not in favour of long engagements. They give people the opportunity of finding out each other's character before marriage, which I think is never advisable.

LADY BRACKNELLTo speak frankly, I am not in favour of long e

Topics: Character, Engagement, Funny, Humor, marriage, Relationships By Oscar Wilde

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