As transgender and non-binary persons become more visible in society, they become a larger part of our everyday conversations. In an effort to be respectful of everyone’s identities, it’s important that our language to and about trans and non-binary people should also be respectful. Language evolves in society and we should be mindful of the […]
Nepal isn’t usually the first place people think of when the topic of same-sex marriage comes up. Yet, Nepal has a surprisingly positive track record when it comes to supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community. In 2007, the Supreme Court of Nepal ruled that meant the government had to recognize a third gender. Since that […]
All relationships require a bit of work now and again. Unfortunately, the longer you have been with your significant other, the easier it is for small frustrations to become huge issues. When these problems are never touched upon, they can grow into concerns that can tear apart the relationship. One of the best ways to […]
For most couples, including members of the family in the wedding ceremony is an important way to show love and appreciation. While there are many different ways to give adults a part to play, there are limited options for children. One excellent way to include a little lady in your family in the wedding festivities […]
A central part of planning your wedding is solidifying program details. Most nuptials follow a standard order of service for blessings, readings, music and vows. Many modern wedding ceremony services come to us from traditional versions influenced by religion and intended for heterosexual couples. Learning about the basic wedding ritual format is helpful, as you […]
For members of the LGBTQ community, the decision to get married can be a lot more complicated than for straight couples. Since legal recognition of same-sex unions has only been legal in places like the United States for a few years, gay and lesbian couples do not have centuries of traditions they can draw upon […]
Planning for a wedding can be a real pain in the neck. One of the more stressful aspects of the planning phase is your guest list. How many people you invite can completely change how much you are spending on the event. Many couples opt to keep their weddings relatively small in order to not […]
While same-sex weddings are more common now than in the past, couples still face many hurdles while planning their events. If you and your partner have recently decided to tie the knot, you may feel overwhelmed by how much you need to accomplish before you walk down the aisle. Plus, since many wedding guides are […]
No one knows exactly what to expect when it comes to getting married. While plenty have assumptions, the reality is often one filled with unexpected scenarios and surprises of every variety. Only the future will tell for certain what your union will bring. Still, you can get an idea of what’s in store by looking […]
The act of proposing has become quite the creative endeavor over the last few years. Though couples have long tried to put unique spins on popping the question, social media seems to have amplified matters. There’s no hard rule saying a proposal needs to be involved or meticulously planned. That said, you may want guidance […]
