By Metro Creative The exchange of vows is an integral part of many wedding ceremonies. Vows are promises made to one another that serve as the basis of the marriage commitment. Historians say some of the oldest traditional wedding vows can be traced back to manuals of the medieval church in England. There are no
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By Metro Creative As any married couple can attest, a wedding day has a tendency to fly by. Couples have much to do on the day they tie the knot, which can make the day feel like a whirlwind. Certain skills can come in especially handy on a wedding day, and the ability to manage
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By Jenn Hall Taking (or leaving) the cake – What are couples doing to add a little sweetness to the reception? It’s not just cakes anymore. Check with bakers to see what’s being ordered for weddings. And if couples DO choose a cake, what flavors and décor are they going with? Wedding trends come and
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By Metro Creative Planning a wedding is a tall task, so it’s no wonder why so many couples look forward to their honeymoons. After months of planning and then saying “I Do” in front of family and friends, couples have earned a little R&R. With so much already on engaged couples’ plates, it’s easy to
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By Jenn Hall Paige Kleinlein loves everything gold. The ways to incorporate gold into a wedding day may be obvious with ribbon, jewelry, furniture pieces and table chargers but Kleinlein wanted to kick it up a notch. “I wanted a timeless color scheme,” said the St. Joseph woman. “So we decided on warm, Earth tones,
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By NewsPress Now Weddings contain all sorts of moments the bride and groom will want to look back on. Here are the shots to make sure the photographer captures. Pre-ceremony The bride hanging out with her bridal party. The bride getting her hair and makeup done. The bride putting on her dress. Photos of the
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By NewsPress Now The least fun chat to have about your wedding is cost. To make it easier, come up with a budget, stick to it and start mapping out potential expenses. Talk to each family and figure out what they can and cannot afford. Share your wedding vision with them. We compiled a quick,
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, My mother is toxic. She had a terrible childhood, and she takes it out on me and my younger siblings. I live far away; they live in the same town as she does. If they don’t drop everything for her and do what she wants, she calls them selfish. Because
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By NewsPress Now Divide and conquer is the best way to knock out all those wedding details. This guideline can help in figuring out what to do and when. Twelve months before: Finalize venue and date. Choose theme/style/colors. Shop for your dress. Research and hire a photographer. Book hotel rooms for out-of-town guests. Select your
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By NewsPress Now Meet Monroe! Monroe came to the shelter because her owner’s new landlord didn’t allow pets. It’s easy to see that Monroe was cared for and loved because she is already relaxed and wants to meet visitors. Monroe has beautiful black markings on solid white fur, a triangular face and big gold eyes.
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By Jenn Hall Planning a local wedding can be difficult. Planning a destination wedding can bring more challenges, which is why it’s helpful to get a travel agent. Nicole Beck said agents, like herself, can be really, really helpful in navigating all the details. “We work with hotels directly,” said Beck with Aura Travel in
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, I have been in a relationship with “Ben” for 13 years, but I have been to his parents’ home only twice. I really love him. We never go anywhere or do anything together. He has never given me a gift for any occasion or “just because.” Material things don’t matter
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) The demand for financial planners is on the rise, making this an attractive professional path for anyone to consider, from students to career changers. With the goal of promoting a talented financial planning workforce whom Americans can trust, CFP Board is sharing the following career insights with those interested in the
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, My 25-year-old son lives with his two girlfriends, who are also romantically involved with each other. They share a single bedroom. One of them has a baby due this week, and the other has made noises about wanting a child. I don’t approve of this arrangement and can’t see it
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, I’m a Chinese man born in the United States. My girlfriend, whom I’ve yet to meet in person, lives in China and is 24 years younger than I am. (I live in California.) We’re awaiting approval of paperwork with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service. We have both been divorced
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Su puntaje de crédito cumple un papel importante en su capacidad de alcanzar sus metas financieras. Cuando solicita un préstamo, un teléfono celular, una unidad de alquiler o cualquier cantidad de actividades diversas, los prestamistas y posibles acreedores examinarán su puntaje de crédito para evaluar su estabilidad financiera y su riesgo
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, My sister passed away from cancer seven years ago. Her daughter and I have always been close — doing things together, going on trips, etc. Four years ago, she started dating a guy who thinks he’s better than everyone. I have met him but have yet to meet the rest
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Late summer is a time of year when yards see a lot of foot traffic. Whether you’re hosting parties and events or your kids are running all over the lawn, your grass needs to be in tiptop shape. In a recent Backyard Life video, the multimedia destination of lawn care equipment
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Your credit score plays a significant role in your ability to reach your financial goals. When you apply for a loan, a cellphone, a rental unit or any number of other activities, lenders and potential creditors will look at your credit score to gauge your financial stability and your risk of
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Amid technology advances enabling scammers to commit fraud, elders and their loved ones need to stay informed. Typically, elder scams involve the transfer of money to a stranger or imposter for a promised benefit or good. In 2023, banks reported more than $27 billion in suspicious activity related to elder scams,
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, When I was young and even as I grew older, my father touched me inappropriately. It made me uncomfortable even as an adult. I feel like when I was very small, something more may have happened. I may have been drugged to keep me from remembering. I know a few
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, My husband and I have been together for 15 years and share a 14-year-old son. We no longer have a physical relationship. I’m trying to decide if it’s worth getting a divorce. Our marital relations were what I would consider normal, at least once a week, before and during my
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) La comunidad LGBTQ+ celebró su experiencia compartida y vivida este mes de junio durante el Mes del Orgullo. Si bien la experiencia LGBTQ+ varía de un individuo a otro y de una generación a otra, una constante permanece: la importancia de proteger la salud. “Celebramos el Orgullo porque estamos orgullosos de
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, I met this guy at work. He was everything I’m looking for in a guy. During a lunch walk, he told me about his breakup with his ex and how he moved out and bought a house. He lives with his son and his nephews and their family. The entire
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) In today’s world, apps are crucial for business growth and customer experience. They enable shopping, appointment setting and customer service interactions. In fact, around three-quarters of U.S. adults say they buy things online using a smartphone, according to Pew Research, which means if you don’t have an app for your business,
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, My father has depended on my mother (and me) for money for as long as I can remember. It wasn’t because he was unable to work, but because he was lazy and had a drinking and gambling problem. My parents eventually divorced, and my father moved in with his sister
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Un nuevo año escolar trae consigo nuevas oportunidades, emoción y, a veces, ansiedad para los padres y los alumnos. Los expertos médicos dicen que abordar los problemas relacionados con la salud puede ayudar a que la temporada de regreso a la escuela sea libre de estrés. “Abrir las líneas de comunicación
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, I was shocked at your response to “Hosted Out” (March 28), who was frustrated at having to host, feed and entertain her husband’s hunting buddy and his wife several times a year. I agreed with your suggestion that she stay elsewhere while these friends stay at her home so her
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) This fall, U.S. families will do the bulk of their back-to-school shopping in brick-and-mortar stores, according to new research highlighting what’s important to shoppers this season, and offering insights into how to secure all the items on your checklist while beating the crowds. The 2024 U.S. Back-to-School Consumer Sentiment Survey from
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Want to build lasting summer memories with your family? Thanks to Mother’s Cookies “Stop and Taste the Frosting” Tour, your family has access to a treasure trove of activities that will keep kids using their imagination this summer. While this whimsical tour is bringing a pop-up Funhouse experience to specific cities
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