Finding the ideal venue is a big challenge when you’re planning your wedding. For plenty of couples, there is a strong desire to keep the gathering small and intimate. One of the easiest ways to achieve this ambiance is by selecting an event location that is familiar for guests. This is why countless people decide […]

If you and your intended are getting married, you might be trying to decide what to do about your last names. Since many married pairs today dispense with other traditions, the decision to keep their own names seems logical. However, if you’re considering bringing children into your family or if you want to create a […]

When you ask someone why they want to get married, you might expect them to respond by telling you they want to spend the rest of their life with the person they love, or because it is a day they have envisioned for a long time. You might not even think about considering finances when […]

With the Supreme Court’s ruling that legalized gay marriages throughout the United States, we have seen many same-sex couples get married to one another. Even before the Supreme Court’s decision, same-sex marriage was legal in most states, so it isn’t a concept that is entirely new to all of us. Many have tried to compare […]

We are social creatures, and marriage is strongly linked to our need for family, community, and belonging. It also provides us with a means to grapple with our mortality. The love that we share with a lifelong partner is a bond that gives us meaning that transcends our physical bodies. Marriage is a beautiful idea. […]

When you and your partner have decided to tie the knot, it can change your life in a number of exciting ways. Of course, the shift can also bring about a number of complications you might not know how to sort out. For gay couples, one of the biggest challenges is determining whether or not […]

Moving in together is a significant step in your relationship. You must adjust to each other’s schedules, rhythms, and preferences. Your animal companions have similar needs. Pets feel fear and anxiety just as we do, but they also communicate and perceive the world differently than us. Creating a blended home with both humans and animals […]

Say the words “prenuptial agreement” and many people will picture high-profile celebrity divorces or lopsided contracts that are ridiculously unfair to one spouse. They’ve often been the stuff of gossip columns and daytime soap operas, but the Huffington Post points out that more young adult couples are asking attorneys to draw up these contracts. After […]

Tying the knot can be a milestone event. After getting engaged, you and your partner will set out to plan your wedding. While this can seem straightforward enough, plenty of same-sex couples run into challenges. Many marital traditions are centered around heterosexual couples, which can make planning a bit more difficult for same-sex pairings. Luckily, […]

Even though same-sex marriage has been legal for several years now, many same-sex couples struggle when it comes to tying the knot. Being raised in a culture in which it was not allowed made it so that many members of the LGBTQ community never considered weddings a tangible possibility. If you and your partner have […]