against whom all future women shall be measured

"I was sorta seeing this girl for a while. I knew she wanted to get married and have a family, so if I was going to have a serious relationship with her, I should be prepared for that. And then I realized that if I were forced to marry someone, I would rather marry Thea. Not because I'm in love with her, but because it would be a more practical choice. We get along well and could live together. And that's when I decided I wanted nothing to do with this girl. I mean, if Thea is a better choice, good God!"

        -my ex, last night