Category Archives: Personal Perspective

Maiden Names and Married Names

Posted on November 19, 2009 by Drew

Guest Blogger :: Drew     What’s in a name, really?  For Andy and I, it is how we identify as one happy family, so we want to share our last name after the wedding. But how? Hyphenate with Coleman-Erickson? No, … Continue reading →

  • Shan said:

    Drew! this is great. Erika and I went through the same set of "wonder"… we too decided against williams-cardenas for me and thought that it would be too much for our kids too. Why can’t we share a name?? After all, Erika asked ME to marry her. So as of 2/20/10—Mrs. Erika and Mrs Shannon Cardenas. I can’t wait! so, how much does the name change cost? Does it take a long time for it to go in effect? Ooh, a new blog perhaps.

    {November 22, 2009}

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Introductions for the Uninitiated

Posted on October 28, 2009 by admin

Guest Blogger :: Shannon Perusing videos at the local BB for a movie night. Almost ready to leave. And it happens; “Erika! How are you honey?” followed by big hugs, smiles and comments about Erika’s participation at her Catholic church … Continue reading →

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Two Girls In Love Holding Hands

Posted on October 22, 2009 by Erika

  Guest Blogger :: Erika Cardenas Translation:  Being with you is all I ask… A few weeks ago, I was on vacation with my fiancée. We chose to spend five days in beautiful San Diego staying in Coronado. The weather was … Continue reading →

  • Emily said:

    This is lovely and inspiring. Thank you for sharing; I am touched and encouraged :)

    {June 18, 2011}

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Original Poem From One Girl in Love…To Another

Posted on October 16, 2009 by admin

Guest Blogger :: Shannon When do you know? By: Shannon Williams   When do you know if forever is forever? When do you know if “us” means we’ll always be together?   When do you know if their smiles aren’t … Continue reading →

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Friends, Familia, Love…Lots & Lots of Love

Posted on September 28, 2009 by Erika

Guest Blogger :: Erika Cardenas In all of this wedding fun, aggravation, bliss and hooplah, I need to take a few minutes to thank the true people, friends and familia  that are by my side, no matter what. Thank you so … Continue reading →

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Changing the Norm with a New Wedding Form

Posted on September 25, 2009 by admin

Guest Blogger :: Shannon My fiancée and I are planning a fairytale wedding and have the honor of working with many fabulous vendors. While shopping around, we found that most vendors, or wedding resources, provide a form to fill out … Continue reading →

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  • Jeanette LeBlanc Photography said:

    I agree completely, I think that the majority of my photography peers probably use contracts, etc that make use of the traditional term; bride and groom. There are those, however, who have made a special effort to be sure that their contracts and all related client information use inclusive terms (my contract, for instance – just has a spot for "Couple’s Information" with space for two people to fill out name, address, etc. The signature section just reads "Party One" and "Party Two".

    As a member of the LGBT community, recently hired to shoot two same sex ceremonies, next fall I realize on a personal level just how important these small things really are.

    Kudo’s to the NYT for making the leap and thanks for sharing!

    Jeanette

    {October 13, 2009}

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Mesa Domestic Partner Registry Comment

Posted on September 10, 2009 by admin

Guest Blogger :: Shannon Williams  My fiancée, Erika was reading an article a few days ago about a registry being created in Mesa to ensure visitation rights for domestic partners at medical facilities. Click here to read that article and here to … Continue reading →

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Labeling Same Sex Weddings

Posted on July 30, 2009 by Shannon

Guest Blogger :: Shannon After much conversation with my family, friends, and acquaintances I feel the need to “discuss” what our special day will be called. It seems as if it makes more “sense” to people when a label is attached. … Continue reading →

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…but you can call me Shan! My wife, family and friends are my number ones. I’m a team leader working with 14 to 21-year-old CPS/foster care youth and truly enjoy supporting their very unique situations. I love living in AZ, although I can never get used to the summers. I think it’s important to return unwanted items back to the correct aisle/bin at the grocery store (especially refrigerated or frozen foods). I love to sing, play the piano, and I can even still do the splits…seriously, I can but only with my left leg in front. Although it’s hard, I try to live by a set of rules my big brother shared with me in 7th grade: #1. Don’t Care What Other People Think, #2. Be Nice, #3. Smile. In our community, people struggle every day with sharing smiles and accepting them…I hope we can ALL smile at each other one day but first, I will share mine with MRSter.
  • Heather Canada, ABC said:

    I am working with a lovely couple that is very adamant that their event is a "wedding." Even though the term "commitment ceremony" on my website attracted them to me originally, they were very specific in their initial consultation that they wanted all (well, most) of the traditional elements of a wedding, and that’s what they were calling it.

    I’m not sure any term is right or wrong, it should be left up to the couple to decide what language they are comfortable with.

    {July 31, 2009}
  • Liene Stevens said:

    To me, the words are interchangeable, whether it’s a gay wedding or straight wedding. In both instances people are having a ceremony signifying a commitment.

    {July 31, 2009}

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Popping the Questions About Our Engagement

Posted on July 20, 2009 by Drew

Guest Blogger:: Drew  ”So, who asked who?” To tell you the truth, we sort of asked each other. We had shared many great conversations about someday getting married and having a family like all loving couples want. After spending just over three years … Continue reading →

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Support from San Fran

Posted on July 20, 2009 by admin

I recently snapped this photo during a walk in San Francicso.  If you want to join in the conversation and show your support, head over to Let California Ring to order your own rally sign, button, or T-shirt…or as their website says, simply … Continue reading →

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