My friend TH
wanted to get married
it was his mission

He swore emphatically

I am going to marry this girl.

about every girl he dated.

Once in particular
to the girl he was dating
for maybe

• a week
  • or two

He bought a ring

• declared his intent
  • [ to everyone we knew ]
    • proposed
  • and
• had his offer accepted

They broke up a few weeks later.