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

Whether you just started dating or have been in a relationship for months, meeting your boyfriend’s or girlfriend’s parents for the first time can seem like an extremely daunting task. After all, what happens if they don’t like you? Thoughts ... read more

Once you’ve decided on a wedding date, or just on the general idea of getting married, it can be tempting to get the ball rolling right away. But even once a few of the decisions have been made, there may ... read more

Despite what rom-coms may tell us, getting engaged (for most of us) is hardly a complete surprise. At this point, you’ve hopefully had conversations about the next step in your relationship and when you may eventually want to tie the ... read more

Everyone knows that relationships are hard work, but only those couples in long-distance relationships know just how hard that work can get: the scheduling conflicts, the late-night or early-morning FaceTime sessions, the expensive plane tickets. If you’re in a long-distance ... read more

There’s no question in anyone’s mind that planning a wedding is a lot of work, from the vendor meetings to the discussions over menu fonts and tablecloths. Most couples, however, are happy to take on the task because they know ... read more

Engagement parties are a fun way to celebrate your upcoming vows with the friends and family who will be alongside you during the wedding planning process. It’s often a casual time for people from both of your families and friend ... read more

Celebrating your engagement is one of the first fun things to do after putting a ring on it. There’s no right or wrong way to throw a party, but it can get overwhelming if you aren’t careful. Remember you’ll soon ... read more

So you’ve just gotten engaged—the ring is on, you and your spouse-to-be are still buzzing with excitement, and you’re heading to your engagement party! But just what should you expect from this event? Here are a few things to keep ... read more

Many people who have been dating for a while, or who have used the “love” word without fear, think that they are automatically ready to get engaged. This may be the case, but usually both people really need some time ... read more