They say marriage is not supposed to be easy—and they’re right. Marriage is something that needs tending to. Like a fire, you don’t want the flame to go out. While most couples have dinner together every night to discuss the ... read more

Your nieces, nephews, and littlest cousins are probably just as excited as anyone else that you’re getting married—but they also have early bedtimes, short fuses, and the potential to drag your friends and family away from the festivities. How do ... read more

When you marry a person who has children, there are a lot of new things that happen all at once: you become a spouse and you become a stepparent on the same day. This is a big deal! Here are ... read more

Getting married is a big, exciting adventure in and of itself, but it becomes even more so when your partner has children—your future stepchildren—and you want to make them feel special as you go through the wedding planning process. Here ... read more

Pre-Cana classes may sound scary, but it’s really not all that bad to learn all you’ll ever want to know (and more!) about your future husband or wife. I went into wedding planning knowing I was marrying a Catholic (I ... read more

When it comes to deeply held beliefs, nothing is more personal—or more polarizing—than religion. A person’s faith is shaped by a number of influences from their family to their life experiences. Once they decide on a religious conviction, it’s almost ... read more

One way to personalize your wedding is to ask a close friend or family member to officiate the ceremony. Given the ability to become ordained as a wedding officiant online, your friend can easily prepare for and administer the entire ... read more

Most couples want their wedding to be perfect, down the very last detail. They spend hours agonizing over cake flavors, floral arrangements, and a whole lot more. But stationery is one wedding element that some couples seem to rush—and it ... read more

Whether you have been married for 10 or 30 years, you may have considered upgrading your engagement ring, either for a special occasion or a wedding anniversary. After all, even the most beautiful accessories can benefit from a little sprucing ... read more

It’s finally happened: you’ve found “the one.” You’re madly in love with someone and you’re ready to spend the rest of your life by their side. Congratulations! Sounds like it’s time to head to your local jewelry store and pick ... read more