Green Honeymoons: Eco-Friendly Options for Your Getaway
In our more environmentally-conscious world, more and more couples are opting for eco-friendly honeymoons. Do you want to celebrate your nuptials in an environmentally responsible way? Here are some tips.
Category: Technology
Wedding Words: A Fun Historical Look Behind Everyday Expressions
"Tying the knot"? "Honeymoon"? We're all familiar with these terms, but how exactly did they come to mean what they do? Here's the surprising etymology behind some of our most common wedding words and phrases.
Category: Wedding Materials
Showing Thanks All Year Long
The holidays are a time for charity, kindness, and gratitude - but this doesn't have to be the only season you show those emotions. Here are some ways you can give back and be thankful all year round.
Category: Society
B’nai Mitzvah: Coming of Age in Judaism
Most of us have heard of bar and bat mitzvahs. But have you heard of a b'nai mitzvah? Check out the progressive coming of age ceremony for Jewish youth who identify as non-binary, genderqueer, or agender.
Category: Faith
It’s a…Baby? Rethinking Gender Reveal Parties
Gender reveal parties are increasingly popular in recent years- and increasingly, facing strong backlash. While some couples fight to one-up each other on social media, others are fighting against gender norms.
Category: Society
Death Positivity: Changing How We View Mortality
In our deathphobic culture, death is something most people will go out of their way to avoid talking about. Now one group is practicing death wellness, helping people find happiness and confront anxiety about death.
Common Financial Mistakes in Marriage
Would you be shocked to learn that the most common problem for couples is managing their money? Probably not. Unfortunately, there are a few mistakes people keep making. Here's what they are and how to avoid them.
Category: Marriage
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
How Having a Zen Garden Can Enrich Your Life
If you need some peace in your life, you may want to consider adding a zen garden to your property. These gardens are rising in popularity because they require little maintenance and provide great tranquility.
Category: Society
Types of Religious Belief
There are many types of religious beliefs that have evolved throughout the ages. From belief in one god, to many-- to no gods at all. Here are the primary belief systems of the world and where they came from.
Category: Faith