September 14, 2023, 9:25 pm by The Universal Life Church
Grooms have given engagement rings to their future wives for generations. With wedding trends changing to meet modern couples’ needs and ideas around marriage, you might be looking for alternatives to the traditional diamond engagement ring. Set the tone of your wedding by starting out your engagement by being unconventional and finding a symbol that […]
July 18, 2023, 3:39 pm by The Universal Life Church
Planning a wedding tends to be one of the most expensive experiences a couple goes through together. When you’re putting all of your free funds toward catering services and stationery for invitations, the idea of spending money on a date night can seem absurd. Still, showing your relationship attention during this time is important. You’re […]
July 17, 2023, 12:53 pm by The Universal Life Church
The longer you have been with your partner, the more likely it is the two of you have become set in your ways. During the early days of a relationship, it is easy to feel a sense of excitement about what the future holds. As you settle into everyday routines, however, the magic tends to […]
July 14, 2023, 12:47 pm by The Universal Life Church
While plenty of people go above and beyond when putting together the details of their weddings, there are countless individuals who are not interested in large or lavish affairs. For a number of same-sex couples, the idea of a small and intimate gathering of loved ones is far more appealing. However, a small wedding reception […]
July 13, 2023, 12:45 pm by The Universal Life Church
The Pew Research Center released a new study that looks at views on same-sex marriage in 24 countries around the world. The continent with the most representation is Europe while the Middle East has the least amount of representation in the study. The current study illuminates some interesting findings about global views on same-sex marriage. […]
July 11, 2023, 6:59 pm by The Universal Life Church
When a relationship runs into a rough patch, one practical solution is to seek the help of a counselor. However, you don’t need to wait until a problem arises for you to pursue this option. In fact, many couples find that visiting with a premarital counselor before tying the knot is a great way to […]
July 4, 2023, 10:19 am by The Universal Life Church
The idea of standing before your friends and relatives on your wedding day can be both an exciting and terrifying thought. While many couples merely need to smile and listen to the officiant, there are plenty who opt to include personal vows in their ceremonies. Reading the vows can produce anxiety in and of itself, […]
July 3, 2023, 10:53 am by The Universal Life Church
Pinterest, Instagram, and other visual-heavy social media remain popular tools when styling a wedding. They’re common inspiration sources for styling a scaled-down wedding during this new normal of post-Covid-19. But you’ve probably seen enough Pinterest fails to wonder what tricks of the trade lurk behind each magical image. So how do you choose your ideas […]
June 30, 2023, 10:33 am by The Universal Life Church
Weddings have changed a lot over the course of history. While the main idea remains the same, the traditions and rituals surrounding these milestone moments tend to vary. The beauty of modern marriages is that couples are approaching the familiar from a variety of new angles. If you’ve been on the fence about having a […]
June 29, 2023, 9:27 pm by The Universal Life Church
Most people enter marriage with a person who is monosexual or attracted to one particular sex or gender. This is certainly true for both gay and straight people. However, life is often complicated, leading to unexpected twists, such as learning that your spouse is bisexual or pansexual. What do you do? Does the relationship change? […]