There used to be two kinds of kisses. First when girls were kissed and deserted; second, when they were engaged. Now there's a third kind, where the man is kissed and deserted. If Mr. Jones of the nineties bragged he'd kissed a girl, everyone knew he was through with her. If Mr. Jones of 1919 brags the same everyone knows it's because he can't kiss her any more. Given a decent start any girl can beat a man nowadays.

Summary

This quote satirically highlights the shifting dynamics of gender roles in romantic relationships. It points out how the traditional power dynamics have changed, depicting a time where women were often abandoned after being kissed and engaged. However, the quote suggests that in the present, men are the ones being kissed and then abandoned. It implies that women now have more agency and control in relationships, illustrating a societal shift where women are capable of surpassing men in various aspects, given the opportunity. Overall, the quote humorously underscores the shifting dynamics in gender relations from past to present.

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