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

Whenever a woman gets engaged, there’s always a big fuss surrounding her engagement ring. People want to see it, they want to know how her partner proposed, and (even if no one asks you outright) they want to know how ... read more

There’s something so romantic about an heirloom engagement ring. Whether it belonged to your grandmother, great-aunt, or a family friend who passed it onto you, it’s nice to have a sense of history before you ask someone to have a ... read more

First-responders don’t wear capes and they can’t fly—but they’re the real superheroes of our communities. They rush in when everyone’s rushing out and they’re the calming voice you need when you feel like your world is spiraling out of control. ... read more

Photo by Jenna Lynn Photography Auburn, Alabama You might be here because you really need this pep talk, or maybe you’re starting to get to this pivotal point in your relationship. It‘s been a few years since you and your ... read more