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 […]

When most people think about weddings, they picture social affairs that are carefully arranged over several months. However, some couples consider eloping for a variety of reasons. Whether you and your sweetie are eying a courthouse ceremony or you want to bolt to a destination like Vegas to tie the knot, you’ll need to engage […]

An engagement ring is far from an inexpensive investment. Once upon a time, in fact, it was said that a person should spend no less than three months’ salary on this ring. Since times and traditions have changed, however, this is no longer the case. Still, statistics from the last few years indicate that the […]

One of the most important responsibilities parents have is to teach children and help them navigate the various situations they’ll experience in life. From major firsts like riding a bicycle without training wheels to explaining puberty, kids look to their parents and guardians to answer questions and share experiences to help them understand. Suppose you’ve […]

Though it only lasts for a few hours, planning a wedding takes a long time. Getting engaged is cause for celebration. However, you need to also jump right into the work in order to capitalize upon your emotional momentum. For many same-sex couples, knowing how to start the planning process can be difficult. One of […]