(07-13-2014, 06:02 PM)L Verge Wrote: Eva, when I mentioned the cost of the ring, I was referring to earlier days when money was not as free-flowing for a bride's parents.
Yes, Laurie, I was aware you were talking of former days, and I only stated my very personal opinion of the priorty the ring had to (for?) me. I just wanted to delete my comment, but it's too late...
However, on the other hand, if rings weren't a traditional necessity and expensive - the more it indicates the sincereness of A. L.'s feelings for Mary.