With the average honeymoon costing between $4,000 and $5,000, a post-wedding vacation can seem like a faraway dream for some couples. However, a staycation honeymoon can still allow you to enjoy some time together before jumping back into the daily grind. As you and your partner are sorting through your options, here are a few […]
Being given the opportunity to walk down the aisle and express your love for your partner in front of your family and friends can be wonderful. Up until a few years ago, members of the LGBT community were forbidden from marrying in a majority of states. Now, with regulations changing all the time, it has […]
Following the Supreme Court’s shocking reversal of reproductive rights, the United States is at a crossroads. Emboldened by the defeat of Roe v. Wade, many conservative activists are putting other human rights protections in their crosshairs. Most notably, Justice Clarence Thomas has openly called for a reexamination of the legal doctrine that made marriage equality […]
Preparing for your wedding can easily add a lot of stress to your mind, body, and spirit. Though you might expect this to a degree, you should take active steps in order to keep yourself in good health. You want to enjoy your big day without having to worry about acne breakouts, feelings of exhaustion, […]
Personalizing a wedding ceremony is often a bit more of a challenge to couples than making adjustments to the reception. This is largely due to how cut-and-paste many ceremonies are, with officiants going through the motions and guests waiting for the inevitable “I do” to signify the transition from ritual to party. Of course, you […]
The LGBTQ+ community includes people who fall under the umbrella of being non-monosexual. This refers to those who identify as bisexual, pansexual, queer, and fluid. These are people who are sexually, romantically, and even emotionally attracted to more than one sex, gender, or gender identity. Non-monosexual people often experience discrimination and prejudice from those who […]
Finding the ideal venue is a big challenge when you’re planning your wedding. For plenty of couples, there is a strong desire to keep the gathering small and intimate. One of the easiest ways to achieve this ambiance is by selecting an event location that is familiar for guests. This is why countless people decide […]
When planning a wedding, many couples follow a basic template. Specifically, the event usually can be broken into two main parts: the ceremony and the reception. While the ceremony is integral to making the marriage official, the reception offers more flexibility. Instead of a typical reception, you may find it more appealing to pursue an […]
Once you’ve made the decision to get married, you’ll be presented with a series of challenges to plan your wedding. For most couples, hosting a reception after the ceremony is a given. Still, this doesn’t mean you need to follow the tried-and-true path in every respect. Instead of a full-service event, you might want to […]
As an introvert, you treasure the time you can spend alone. After all, you need that time to recoup and recharge your emotional battery. But what about your wedding day? You and your spouse-to-be will be in the spotlight for several hours — maybe most of the day, depending on your schedule. Can you handle […]
