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 […]

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 […]

With same-sex marriages now legal throughout the United States, more queer couples are publicly tying the knot with ceremonies. Naturally, thoughts turn to other traditions associated with a wedding, including receptions, rehearsal dinners and engagements. You’ve found love in a wonderful place, and you can’t imagine the rest of your life without that special someone. […]

In the age-old television and movie trope, the groom springs a prenuptial agreement on the bride right before the wedding.  Will she sign to marry her “prince,” or does she take this legal action as a red flag and cancel the wedding? Today, prenups are becoming more common in same-sex couples to protect assets, such […]

Forming a union with your partner through marriage is a lovely way to take your relationship to the next level. People have worked tirelessly over the decades to ensure that LGBTQ individuals have the same rights and freedoms as all other citizens. By getting married, you are taking advantage of an opportunity that people in […]

One of the guiding principles of the Universal Life Church is that each person should be able to walk their own spiritual path in life. Living your truth is an essential part of your journey. For some people, feeling comfortable or aligned with their own sense of gender is critical. Your spouse or partner may […]

For as far back as recorded history goes, human beings have crafted stories. Many of these tales began as oral traditions. They were passed down from generation to generation until the invention of writing. Spinning these proverbial yarns offered a way for people to make sense of the world around them and the connections that […]

Phrases such as “in sickness and in health,” “for better or worse,” and “in good times and in bad” might make a careful person think about insurance needs for the future. LGBTQ+ couples certainly need to think about life insurance, homeowner’s or renter’s insurance, and other coverages that help manage or transfer the risk of […]

In traditional weddings, the father walks the bride down the aisle to the groom. This custom probably began in the days when women were considered property, not individual human beings with their own rights. In a way, the father transferred ownership of the daughter to the husband. Thankfully, this custom has evolved. Today, this custom […]