June is Pride Month, which means that cities all across the world are going to be throwing an array of events to celebrate. While Pride might conjure up images of colorful parades and thumping music, there are actually many different ways to celebrate. If you are looking to add a bit of meaning to the […]

When it comes to tying the knot, you’ve got 365 (sometimes 366) possible options for your wedding day. Traditionally, many couples opt to exchange vows in the month of June, a custom that may have originated from Roman mythology. The goddess Juno (the Roman counterpart to Hera) was affiliated with motherhood and considered a protector […]

Getting engaged is a big moment for any couple. While you might not be rushing right to the altar, it still helps to understand what you’re in store for when planning a wedding. Though same-sex relationships have existed for as far back as recorded history allows, marriage between two people of the same gender only […]

Congratulations are in order! You’re ready to spend your life with that special someone and now you’ve got a wedding to plan. While some couples have the resources and backing to splurge on their big day, that may not be the case with you. Same-sex couples often have to face the reality of not having […]

Common-law or sui juris marriage was originally an irregular union involving a couple who lived together and represented themselves publicly as a couple. It was once legally recognized throughout America. Today only nine states and the District of Columbia accept and recognize common-law marriage. With same-sex marriage officially lawful throughout America, it’s important to understand […]

Romance is far from easy. No matter who you are or who you love, figuring out how to make a relationship work can be a puzzling and infuriating trial. For same-sex couples, however, the road can prove even more challenging. Heterosexual relationships might be tricky, but there are endless books, podcasts, films, and resources aimed […]

In 2015, same-sex couples were granted the right to marry in the United States of America. Since then, untold numbers of happy individuals have taken advantage of the ruling. Maybe you and your significant other have been mulling over the idea of marriage. Now might be a good time for you to look over some […]

For many members of the LGBT community, relationships can be challenging for a number of reasons. Plenty of people who identify as queer have had difficult experiences related to hiding their identities, keeping feelings secret, and consistently adjusting how to interact with people in public in order to appear “straight.” The mental gymnastics involved can […]

If you and your significant other are planning to get married in the near future, you may have some concerns about the budget. Tying the knot can be an expensive endeavor, after all. In order to see the breathtaking results you desire from your planning efforts, you absolutely need to adjust your finances. To save […]

Some LGBTQIA Marvel comic and film fans have found representation in Loki, the orphaned son of a Frost Giant adopted by Odin and later made an Asgardian prince. The recent Marvel films present him as a stylish, charismatic schemer with a mind full of mischief, serving as an outright villain or an anti-hero by turns. […]