Moms are impervious to all kinds of challenges. Birthing children, dealing with bodily functions, taming toddlers – the list is infinite really. But if public speaking is your kryptonite, giving a perfect mother of the bride speech may just be the one thing on Earth that could make you flinch. Well, there’s no way we’re […]
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Everyone loves a good gift basket, and there are gift basket ideas for just about any interest. If you’ve been giving the classic fruit basket, or crackers, salami, and cheese baskets over and over , maybe it’s time to think outside of the box a little. Or, if you want to stick with the classics, […]
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The ceremony is over, and hopefully, by now, you’ve got a drink in your hand. Don’t get too comfortable, because you’re not done yet – you’ve got a groom speech to nail. The groom’s speech is traditionally after the father-in-law speech and before the best man speech. You’ve got to serve as the segue between […]
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They’re so practical, a lot of guys (and women) are asking why the heck silicone rings weren’t on the scene sooner? These durable rings are becoming especially popular among men who play sports or whose jobs are particularly unforgiving to wedding bands. This is why we put together a short guide to the best silicone rings […]
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The giving of wedding anniversary gifts specific to how long a couple has been together has its origins with the Holy Roman Empire or the superstitious Middle Ages. Maybe. All we know is, 21st wedding anniversary gifts seem to have no origins in superstition or ancient history. But before you give up and opt for […]
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Some of the best speeches at weddings are the maid of honor speeches. You’ve been chosen for this special role because you know things about the bride that her parents don’t (and maybe some that should stay that way..ahem). You’ve also probably been through thick and thin together. You may want to share some kind […]
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Standing up in front of a room full of people to toast your daughter? That’s not public speaking—it’s an emotional ambush with a microphone. You love her more than anything, and somehow you’re supposed to compress that into five minutes without crying, rambling, or accidentally referencing that time she crashed your car. Here’s the good […]
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Think about the people in your life who influence you the most. If you’re lucky enough to have godparents in your life, they probably fall under that category. Whether you’re a parent looking for a thoughtful godparent gift, or you’re the godchild of a caring godparent, it can be a little challenging to find just […]
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Much like the man who chooses a tungsten wedding band, this alternative metal is useful, functional, and strong. Like 10x stronger than 18K gold. It’s used to make stuff like missiles and heavy machinery. It’s no-nonsense. It can endure anything. And, like your marriage, it’s going to last forever. Ok, before we go any further, […]
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