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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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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

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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

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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

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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

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