Where marriage meets free agency

by Ryan Almodovar

Imagine yourself, a young man on a date with your girlfriend. It’s a warm summer evening, the sun is setting, and she’s never looked more beautiful. After dinner, you go dancing, and then walk alone through the park. Nervously, you reach into your pocket to take out a ring box and a piece of paper. Ever smooth, you suddenly get down on one knee and bein to tell her how much you love her, and how much she means to you. When it’s finally time to pop the question, you bring out the ring and unfold the paper.

“Will you marry me? Also, will you sign this contract for our love? We’ll hash out the details later, and if things are going well in two years, we can re-up together.”