Author Archives: Guest Blogger
The C’s of Diamonds :: More on Certification
Although the price of diamonds has increased across the board, the authoritative IDEX index has shown that in the period from 2005-2007, the average price of a three carat diamond increased by 35%. A four carat diamond increased on an … Continue reading
Forget the Vote…
Guestblogger :: Ryan Yesterday, the DC Council voted to allow same sex marriages in the District of Columbia. After listening to the usual freak-out that is talking-head cable news the other day, one argument kept popping up again and again: … Continue reading
Fashion for the Recessionista
News Flash: The economy’s not doing so hot. While the memories from your wedding day should last a lifetime, the bill shouldn’t. Now if you have the means and desire to throw a week-long celebration in Bali with 500 … Continue reading
What to Wear to Your Engagement Shoot
While it’s true your wardrobe says a lot about who you are, and I’ll admit, I scoured at least four different bridal boutiques when searching for THE dress for my own wedding, selecting an outfit for your engagement session should … Continue reading
Hire Jay-Z to DJ Your Wedding
Rumor has it, Jay-Z wants to dive into the world of wedding receptions. Taking time away from rapping, songwriting, and producing, this media mogul wants to try his hand at the turntables. He plans to put on quite a … Continue reading
Maine Misses the Mark
Marriage equality rights put up for a vote in Maine failed to garner the support needed to survive yesterday’s election. The National Organization for Marriage, the same organization that worked tirelessly to pass Prop 8 in California, contributed upwards … Continue reading
- Lyana Votey said:
Lots of Mainers were fighting hard. At the very least, it was a close one. While heartbreaking, we are not retreating. It’s only a matter of time.
{November 9, 2009}
Abolish “Marriage” from our Legal System
Guest Blogger :: Ryan With all the debate surrounding “gay marriage” I cannot help but think that maybe this whole discourse if off base. If the main gripe with allowing all couples equal rights is that we need to “preserve … Continue reading
- Angie VanDaele said:
I couldn’t agree more. If the objections are religious, then have marriages in a place of worship with an ordained member of the clergy. I can think of nothing more appropriate. But the government should stay out of it.
{August 17, 2009}
Celebrity Wedding: Mark Wahlberg and Rhea Durham Tie the Knot
Guest Blogger :: Sarah Actor and producer, Mark Wahlberg, married long time partner and model, Rhea Durham over the weekend. The intimate ceremony took place at the picturesque Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Beverly Hills. With a mere 20 guests … Continue reading
- lisa said:
ha,,,What else can I say? Handsome groom and charming bride! Today’s wedding dress emphasize detailing with added embellishments such as subtle beading, bows and, of course, lace. Look for subtle detailing that’s both ultra-feminine, yet elegant.Thanks for sharing!
{April 13, 2010}
Save a Dance
Guest Blogger :: Ryan I happened to be in San Francisco a couple of weeks ago during pride. Having never been, I decided to check it out. Wow. Enough said… The most touching moment of the day came from one … Continue reading
Rethinking “Gay” Marriage
Guest blogger: Ryan Why don’t we refer to civil rights as the “African American Rights Movement?” Because it was bigger than that. The term “civil rights” both was explicitly about obtaining equal rights for African Americans in the 1950′s and … Continue reading
This is an excellent point. Great post.
Love & Soul Always, Kay
{December 23, 2009}