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Pride Celebrations

Rainbow LGBT balloons for a pride celebration

On a warm summer weekend in cities across America and around the world, gay communities gather to celebrate Pride. Depending on the locale and traditions, the festival typically involves a big parade, food and beverages, music, dancing and much more. Whether a full weekend of festivities or just a single day to come together for […]

How To Tell if Your Relationship Is Ready for a Pet

gay couple whose relationship is ready for a pet

All relationships encounter certain milestones. Interestingly, these monumental moments tend to change from generation to generation. Nowadays, younger couples are delaying having children for reasons ranging from career goals to financial concerns. Instead of rushing into this serious commitment, people are more likely to get a pet to start learning about the responsibilities involved with […]

What “The Sims” Can Teach Us About Real Weddings

Playing The Sims Mobile game on a smartphone

This year marks the 20th anniversary of “The Sims”, a popular life simulation video game from Electronic Arts and Maxis. Digital Trends’ Lisa Marie Segarra reported that “The Sims 4,” the latest game in the franchise, reached 20 million unique players in January 2020. With so many players, the game’s fan base shares a lot […]

Inexpensive Date Ideas To Strengthen Your Relationship

Two women on an inexpensive coffee date together

The longer you have been with your significant other, the easier it can be to fall into a routine. While there are many benefits that can come from consistency in a relationship, you might also find yourself growing bored with your partner. This is a normal trap that couples fall into and an something you […]

Unexpected Tips To Keep Your Relationship Healthy

mixed race gay couple keeping a healthy relationship

Dating for same-sex couples can often be challenging. While the world has been making many progressive strides forward in regard to the acceptance of LGBT relationships, it is still a relatively new development. For most of human history, gay and lesbian couples had to keep their connections hidden from families, friends, and the public at […]

Emerging Trends for LGBTQ+ Marriage Ceremonies

Lesbian couple celebrating their LGBTQ+ Marriage Ceremony

While LGBTQ+ marriage ceremonies are relatively new with respect to being legally recognized across the nation, they are not immune from emerging and evolving trends. It’s been said that love is a many-splendored thing. This certainly includes the nuptials of two queer hearts coming together to formally commit to one another in front of the […]

Sleeping in Separate Rooms? Why That’s Not Always a Bad Thing

man sleeping alone with his hand on the pillow next to him

When we think of a couple sleeping in separate rooms or beds, our minds go back to “I Love Lucy.” The iconic sitcom broke a lot of barriers for its time. Yet its producers had to take care to avoid running afoul of prevailing standards. Besides restrictions such as not using the word “pregnant” on-air, […]

Planning Your Wedding: How Early Is Too Early To Plan?

Calendar for planning wedding

As you skim through wedding planning guides, you’ll notice most assuming that the big day’s about a year away. You’ll see 12-month timelines and checklists that map out what you need to do month by month. But what if your engagement period is longer: for instance, 18 months or two years? You may worry that […]

Premarital Conversations: Topics to Talk About Before Getting Engaged

Gay couple having premarital conversations while sitting on the kitchen floor.

Love can be difficult to define. Most people who have found “the one” typically state they follow a feeling when it comes to taking the relationship to the next level. Of course, basing the decision to marry solely on your emotions can be disastrous. Today, couples are more cautious than ever when it comes to […]

Engagement Party Ideas for Gay Couples On a Budget

Three women eating ice cream cones at an engagement party

When you and your partner have decided to commit to marriage, it’s a cause for celebration. For many couples, gay or not, getting married isn’t only about planning a wedding. There are other events to consider, such as honeymoons, showers, rehearsal dinners, bachelor or bachelorette parties, and more. Your costs can add up quickly, so […]