After years of legal back and forth, it's finally official -- no matter where they live, same-sex couples can marry in Massachusetts. Think New England nuptials sound good? Read on to find out about your options. What You Need There's a three-day waiting period to receive your license, so don't wait...read more
Posted Thursday 9/10/2009
by Kate Wood
If you live in a state where gay civil ceremonies or gay marriage is legal and you're looking for an officiant, you may find that a close friend or family member is best fit for the job. How to get ordained? Here, the oft-asked marriage ordination questions and answers. How do you get ordained? Look...read more
Posted Thursday 9/10/2009
by Emma Sarran
Q. Neither of us wants to meet the other at the alter during the ceremony. Any nontraditional suggestions on walking down the aisle? A. Many gay couples decide that they're more comfortable walking up the aisle together instead of one waiting for the other at the altar. If your ceremony space has three...read more
Posted Thursday 9/10/2009
Q. We're having a small, intimate ceremony and reception. Any creative ceremony site suggestions? A. You might want to say your vows outdoors. You could have your guests stand around you in a horseshoe shape while you say "I do" in a beautiful garden, mountainside, or near the water. If you're...read more
Posted Thursday 9/10/2009
What are the elements of the ceremony? Though you may not end up with a legal document, the ceremony itself is a binding ritual, so you'll want to make it truly personal. Even so, your ceremony may be quite similar to a traditional wedding. Here are the basic components to a traditional wedding ceremony...read more
Posted Thursday 9/10/2009
by Anja Winikka