Misgendering means to refer to someone, especially a transgender person, using a word, especially a pronoun or form of address, that does not reflect their gender identity. But misgendering isn’t just an issue for transgender people. Any person who fails to conform to gender stereotypes can be a target, like in a recent incident in […] More
It’s no secret that weddings are expensive to put together, especially in today’s economy… and when someone wants to follow a particular theme and aesthetic, the dollar signs can quickly stack up. When you have a family member who’s willing to pay the extra fees, do you accept it to have the bigger wedding, or […] More
For a lot of people, family is not easy to handle. Not all blood runs that thick. Sometimes, the most toxic people share DNA. This is a harsh truth to deal with. And learning how to navigate it never seems to get easier. Redditor kittylover419 wanted to discuss her experience and get some feedback, so […] More
Sometimes, people get pushed too far and say things they regret. What’s said is mean-spirited and unnecessary. Even if what is said can be right on the money and deserved. Humans only have so much patience. And when patience runs out, gloves come off. Redditor Impressive_Apple8399 wanted to discuss her experience and get some feedback, […] More
In the United States, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) set new standards for accessibility for public buildings. But many private properties remain inaccessible due to stairs and/or terrain. In those cases, it is up to the people using the venue to either not use that location for their event or to accept that any […] More
At one time, church weddings were the privilege of the rich or royal. Most other people were married at the bride’s or groom’s family home. Church weddings evolved from simple blessings at home or at church entrances to becoming formalized sacraments. The Catholic Church established marriage as a sacrament in the 12th century, but it […] More
It’s no secret that weddings are expensive to plan and to host, and many people spend years saving up for their wedding day, planning for the event, and comparing prices to get the best deals. Notice that part of the process is not researching a person to pay for the wedding for them, pointed out […] More
A family was looking forward to attending the first wedding in 25 years. But the excitement towards the big day was marred by a mother and daughter arguing over an issue that left the daughter speechless. Looking to hear judgment from strangers online, the daughter visited the “Am I the A**hole?” (AITA) subReddit. There, Redditor […] More
If there’s one element of being part of a wedding party that everyone dreads, it’s the attire. Indeed, very few bridesmaids jump for joy when they see the dress that the bride has chosen for them. Nor would all groomsmen have chosen the suit or tie color that the groom chose for them. But as […] More
Even though getting a new job is exciting, getting acclimated to the needs of the position can still feel like a roller coaster. Getting to know coworkers, especially less-than-welcoming coworkers, doesn’t make this transition period any easier, cringed the members of the “Am I the A**hole?” (AITAH) subReddit. Redditor Far_Pay8487 had just started at a new […] More
To gift, or not to gift… that is the question. At least it is for one Redditor. According to multiple wedding etiquette resources, there are general gifting guidelines to remember when you’re invited to a wedding. Check the Registry: always refer to a couple’s wedding registry for appropriate gifts Send Gifts, Don’t Bring Them: modern […] More
The countdown to a baby’s due date can be stressful. There is so much to do. And even with a date in mind, there still never seems to be enough time to get everything covered. That is why it is so important for mothers to have people to count on for certain things. Like a […] More
