Tips for Dealing With Pressure From Loved Ones When Wedding Planning

Planning a wedding is an exciting and stressful time. Despite your best attempts, you might find your or your partner's family pushing or pulling you one way or another. Manage that wedding pressure with these tips.

Category: Wedding Planning

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The Role of the Godparent

Being asked to be a child's godparent is a great honor. But many don't know exactly what that entails. While the expectations can vary, there are a few universal things that parents will expect of you.

Category: Society

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Relaxation Techniques That Can Calm Wedding Anxiety

The thought of getting married in front of a bunch of people can understandably cause major anxiety. While it might seem like wedding nerves are inevitable, there are techniques you can use to help manage the stress.

Category: Wedding Planning

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COVID-19, Wedding Etiquette, and You: Invitations, Gifts, and Masking Up

Weddings in the age of COVID-19 have their own unique set of guidelines, considerations, and etiquette. If you're unsure what that might mean for you, or if you should even attend the ceremony, start here.

Category: Wedding Planning

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What You Should Know About Scheduling Your Wedding on a Holiday

Many couples planning their nuptials will at least passingly consider a holiday wedding. But for those seriously thinking about putting their big day on Thanksgiving or Christmas, there are some important things to know.

Category: Wedding Planning

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A Few Common Misconceptions About Funerals

When it comes to burying a loved one, there are definitely traditions in every culture. But that doesn't mean you have to follow them. Keep in mind that while death is complicated, the funeral doesn't have to be.

Category: Funeral

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Tips for Finding LGBTQ+ Friendly Wedding Vendors

For LGBTQ couples getting married, having vendors that support your union is very important. Your big day deserves exceptional service - here's how to find wedding vendors that will fully support your wedding.

Category: Wedding Materials

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The Low-Down on Life Insurance

Shopping for life insurance, or even understanding all the terms and legal language, can be a confusing ordeal. Here's your guide to life insurance, so you can square that away and plan for your family's future.

Category: Loss

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What To Do When Friends Ask You To Officiate Their Wedding

Has a friend or family member requested that you officiate their wedding? Being asked is a major honor - and can be intimidating. Here are some tips on how to perform a great wedding, and the steps to make it legal.

Category: Perform a Wedding

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Unusual Funeral Customs From Around the World

Nearly every culture on the planet holds funerals for the deceased, but some mourning customs might seem downright strange to those outside that civilization. Here are some unique traditions from across the globe.

Category: Funeral

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