A Simplified Guide to Selecting Wedding Flowers
Picking flowers for your wedding comes with a deceptively large amount of things to consider. From matching your wedding colors to avoiding allergenic flowers, here's where to start with wedding flower selection.
Category: Wedding Materials Wedding Planning
4 Non-biblical Creation Stories and the Cultures that Produced Them
People throughout history have sought to explain their place and purpose in the cosmos. And that curiosity manifested itself in creation stories as unique as the cultures themselves. Here are a few from around the world.
Category: Faith
American Divorce Rates: The Real Story Behind the Statistics
We've all heard the oft-repeated statistic that 50% of American marriages end in divorce. But the truth may shock you: divorce rates have been falling since 1980 and newer generations divorce less than older ones.
Category: Marriage
No Kidding Around: Forgoing Children in an Era of Climate Change
Scientific consensus tells us that climate change and global warming will cause a potentially unstable future for our planet. Some activists are suggesting it is unethical to bring children into such an uncertain world.
Category: Society
Adoption 101: A Basic Overview
How many children are adopted each year? What is the adoption process like? What are the associated costs? If you're considering adopting a child into your family, we've got the answers to your most common questions.
Category: Society
Keep Your Sanity While Creating Seating Arrangements With These Tips
The seating chart is one of the most underrated frustrating parts of wedding planning. From avoiding drama to simply doing the math on the number of seats, here's how to plan your wedding seating chart with ease.
Category: Wedding Planning
6 Do’s and Don’ts When Attending a Funeral
Attending a funeral? There are some very important norms you need to observe when paying your respects to the dead. From what to wear to turning off your phone, here are the do's and don'ts of attending funerals.
Category: Funeral
Picking the Best Tunes for Your Big Day
Creating a wedding playlist for your DJ is an exercise in balance. You and your fiance will likely have some of your favorite tunes in mind. But you'll also want to play some crowd-pleasers for your guests.
Category: Wedding Planning
Planning a Wedding Reception? Don’t Forget To Hire a Bartender
If you're having a bar at your wedding reception, you'll need a wedding bartender. You'll get the invaluable benefits of a knowledgeable professional. Here's all you need to know about hiring a bartender.
Category: Wedding Materials
Wedding Loans: Smart Solutions or Bad Decisions?
Wedding expenses add up quickly. And while it's tempting to acquire a wedding loan, it's important to be careful and know the risks of borrowing. Here are the pros and cons of using a loan to finance your wedding.
Category: Wedding Materials