Considerations for a Funeral Slideshow or Remembrance Video
A slideshow of photos or short videos is a great way to remember a departed loved one at their funeral. Here are some tips on how to celebrate the departed's life with a beautiful and moving funeral slideshow.
Category: Funeral
Tips for Planning a Blended Family Wedding
Nowadays, it's very common for both wedding partners to have children. From including the kids in the photos to blending traditions, there are a variety of ways to support your newly blended family in your wedding.
Category: Wedding Planning
Finding the Right Words and Avoiding the Wrong Ones at a Funeral
Speaking at a funeral, or even speaking privately to those that are grieving, can be a high-stress ordeal. It can be tough to know what to say, but choosing the right words to comfort others is paramount.
Category: Funeral
The Poor Man’s Will: A Sound Estate Planning Strategy?
With COVID-19 turning life upside down, many are revising their wills just in case the worst happens. And some are turning to "poor man's wills" to avoid expenses. Here's why that might not be the best idea.
Category: Society
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
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
Your Quick Guide to Power of Attorney
If you've got a family member that's seriously ill, you've probably heard the term 'power of attorney'. Not sure where to start on obtaining POA? Here's how to navigate the system to give your family peace of mind.
Category: Society
Responsibilities You Can Delegate on Your Big Day
There are a lot of responsibilities to take care of on the wedding day, and the couple will hardly have time to take care of it all. Here's how, and what, you can safely delegate to the wedding party or family members.
Category: Wedding Planning
Cleansing and Renewal: An Early History of Baptism
Baptism is a popular Christian ritual representing purity and spiritual cleansing. And while most Christians are most likely familiar with baptism, they might not know it's interesting and lengthy history.
Category: Baptism
Giving Your Mom a Prominent Part in Your Wedding
There are a lot of wonderful ways to give your mother or your spouse's mother a prominent place in your wedding, should you so choose, from involving her in planning or walking down the aisle together.
Category: Wedding Planning