Marry Me?

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The Knot notes nearly 40% of all marriage proposals are made between Thanksgiving and Valentine's Day—so with all that mistletoe dangling about, don't be surprised to see some engagement rocks dangling on your friends' fingers. For the procrastinators and the clueless, here are tips and guidelines for buying the perfect ring. [Boston Globe]