The last few years have undoubtedly been a whirlwind for most people. Though there’s been clashes and instances of social unrest across the world, the biggest impact came from the spread of COVID-19. The changes that went into effect across the planet warped the way that almost everyone lived their daily lives. Of all the […]
When it comes to marriage ceremonies, a wedding cake remains one of the most iconic symbols. A large, multi-tiered, impeccably decorated, white layer cake is something most people instantly associate with a union. In many cases, this magnificent creation is topped by a figurine of a bride in a white gown and a groom in […]
With all that’s been going on recently with COVID-19, it’s hard for those getting married to have the traditional weddings they have dreamed about since childhood. As times change, so do weddings. Here are some wedding trends to watch. Micro-Wedding Trends Smaller is better, at least when it comes to social distancing at weddings. The […]
Writer J.K. Rowling, author of the Harry Potter books, came under fire multiple times in recent years for making transphobic comments. She publicly expressed support in 2019 for Maya Forstater, a British woman whose contract was not renewed because of her comments on transgender people. The following year, Rowling tweeted criticism of an article that […]
Weddings are often shaped by tradition. Yet many factors can influence how couples change those traditions or abandon them entirely. The proposal is a critical moment that helps determine a couple’s future. It’s certainly not going the way of the dinosaurs — in fact, double proposals are quickly becoming a thing. So how do double […]
On the surface, it’s tempting to see history as a sequence of events. While this certainly is not incorrect, it takes much more to shape our world than a few shining moments. In truth, people drive history. Ordinary folks navigating the times in which they inhabit often spark the moments that we remember. While his […]
As someone in the wedding business, it’s important to stay on top of what’s new and relevant in your industry. Whether you’re an officiant, a planner, or a vendor, you never know whose nuptials you’ll be working on. With same-sex marriages now legal as well as increased awareness of transgender, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming persons, […]
Our children look to us for guidance and education when it comes to making sense of the world around them. From exposing them to new concepts to satisfying their curiosity, we are responsible for raising children who are informed and respectful of themselves and others. With more trans and nonbinary individuals visible in media and […]
When the minister and abolitionist Theodore Parker published “Of Justice and Conscience” in 1853, the United States of America was bitterly divided over the issue of slavery. At the time, the country was undergoing rapid expansion. With each new territory, the nation was faced with a choice: either allow the brutality of slavery to grow […]
There are certain moments during a wedding that tend to stand out as truly memorable. The kiss shared between the couple once the union is official is a great example of this. However, you don’t need to put much thought behind this moment from a planning perspective. Selecting the right song for your first dance, […]
