For many LGBTQ+ couples, the road to marriage was long and difficult. The legalization of same-sex unions seemed like a distant fantasy, and the reality of it was a dream come true. LGBTQ+ marriages are now considered equal under the law, entitling gay, queer, and trans partners to the same benefits and protections as those […]
If you and your intended are getting married, you might be trying to decide what to do about your last names. Since many married pairs today dispense with other traditions, the decision to keep their own names seems logical. However, if you’re considering bringing children into your family or if you want to create a […]
Picking the right floral arrangements for your big day is about a lot more than pointing to some blossoms you think look pretty and calling it a day. Flowers comprise a large chunk of the visual decor featured during a wedding reception. If you don’t think about them, you could end up with an event […]
Getting married can be a huge step for you and your partner. Once the engagement has begun, and you’ve set your sights on planning for the big day, there are going to be a lot of questions in regards to your future. For one, you may be thinking about where you and your spouse will […]
The music is one of the most important aspects of your wedding reception. The best music will display your personal music tastes, show the love you and your partner have for each other and keep people on the dance floor all night long. Choosing between a DJ or a band can be a heated debate […]
There are many ways to put a personal touch on your big day. Often, the smallest gestures have the biggest impact. Wedding favors are a perfect example of this. Though a fairly modern tradition, the concept of giving out little gifts to guests has proven to be incredibly popular amongst couples. If you’re not sure […]
While it is true that there are dozens of little tasks involved in planning a wedding, a few of your responsibilities are going to take precedence. Selecting an ideal wedding venue, for example, is usually one of the first moves a couple makes after setting a date. Getting this out of the way early makes […]
Since the late 2000s, gender-reveal parties have increased in popularity. An expecting couple and their loved ones typically host these prenatal gatherings. At the celebration, the couple reveals what the sex of their unborn child will be. Typically, the revelation is made through a mechanism such as a frosted cake cut to reveal a blue […]
If you’re an LGBTQ person who’s out to any degree, chances are you’ve run into anti-LGBTQ fundamentalist Christians. Maybe you encountered an itinerant campus preacher, a less-than-tolerant coworker, or a well-meaning family member concerned for the state of your eternal soul. Perhaps they quoted Bible verses to back up their arguments against being queer or […]
As the United States anxiously awaits a final ruling on reproductive rights from its Supreme Court, Japan is reeling from a devastating decision on marriage equality from a district court in Osaka. The Osaka District Court recently ruled against three same-sex couples and declared that the island nation’s current ban on marriage equality doesn’t violate […]
