1986: O’Level English Lit, and falling in love with Emma, in spite of her being smug and spoiled. Fast forward to 1996 and a handsome, clever woman of happy disposition rocks up as a temp to the office I’m working in. She’s not rich nor self-satisfied, but she is driven to match-making through the desire to see others in love. We kiss for the first time at a night in the pub after work, move in together three months later and celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary in 2024. Forever thanking Ms Austen for tips on what to look out for in my perfect partner.
JG Rix 
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