We should all be able to agree that the most important thing about a wedding is two people celebrating their love for one another and coming together to start their own family. But sometimes a member of the wedding party gets too swept up in the aesthetics of the wedding instead of the ceremony itself, […] More
An heirloom is defined as “something of special value handed down from one generation to another.” The item may have a monetary value, or simply a sentimental value. Jewelry often becomes a family heirloom. Jewelry is fairly small, easily transported, and doesn’t usually require a specific size. For example, anyone in a family can wear […] More
*The following article contains discussion of suicide/self-harm. When one experiences something traumatic, the painful memory stays with them despite their intentions of moving on. Recently, a man was asked to revisit his trauma with a request disguised as a favor, which didn’t sit well with him. When the discussion caused further distress, he visited the […] More
Anyone who has been assigned the role of the butt-end of family jokes can confirm that not only is the experience not fun, but it can strain their relationships with their families over time. At some point, the jokes might become too much, and anyone outside the family would understand why the target of the […] More
Sometime in the 19th century, weddings in the United States began to involve wedding parties. In the past, a couple might have just two witnesses stand with them as they were wed. The groom would have a male friend or relative as a “Best Man,” and the bride would have a female friend or relative […] More
When we think about two people coming together to get married, we assume it’s to celebrate their love and the beginning of a new life together. But sometimes, it seems like people are more interested in getting new stuff and money than celebrating their love, cringed the people in the “Am I the A**hole?” (AITAH) subReddit. […] More
At least in the United States, when Baby Boomers were getting married, before their wedding, at least two parties occurred. Led by the Best Man, a groom’s friends would throw him a bachelor party at a local bar, in someone’s basement, or at a hotel. It was a last debauched hurrah before his wedding and […] More
Putting together the perfect wedding party can take careful planning. Most brides want to pull together a cohesive, fun group. Of course, having the experience be as drama-free as possible is a lovely thought. However, constructing said group can be the most dramatic aspect of the whole process. Some families have demands. Redditor onemilkcarton wanted […] More
Telling the truth about someone’s behavior can be difficult. It’s never fun to feel like a “tattletale.” But is telling the basic truth… tattling? Sometimes people make a bad judgment call that may leave others uncomfortable. Redditor weddingplannerdrama wanted to discuss her experience and get some feedback. So naturally, she came to visit the “Am […] More
The price tags on weddings these days can cause heart palpitations. The wedding industry is a BILLION-dollar empire. And not everyone can afford to pay for it. Going the traditional route of ‘”the bride’s family pays” has been a bit backburnered. Now, when it comes to finances, a lot of weddings have become an “all […] More
When several major life events overlap, scheduling can be a nightmare. Everyone can’t be everywhere, all at once. Unless you’re Michelle Yeoh, of course. Sometimes, people just have to send a gift along instead of attending in person. Decisions to attend or not attend important events can stir up much drama. Feelings can get hurt, […] More
Destination weddings are a good choice for couples who want to keep things small. But when the bride and groom expect everyone to make the journey, they’re not the best option. A sibling dealing with their sister’s wedding choices turned to the “Am I The A**hole” (AITA) subReddit for feedback. Prof_garyoak asked: “AITA for declining […] More
