A Legacy of Love Melissa & Brian Brian, a laid-back guy from a farming family in Fresno, and I, a spirited girl from the bustling city of Los Angeles, seemed like an unlikely match when we first met while attending college in Malibu, California. Our worlds collided on that sun-drenched campus, where Brian’s easy charm […]

Just the Right Type Beca & Sam We met in 2015 serving in Southern Iraq at a small camp after the fall of Fallujah and Ramadi to ISIS. Sam was a U.S. Marine Corps combat engineer, advising and assisting the partners and building up the camp, as it was pretty austere, and I was the […]

In Their Own Sweet Time Anna & Scott Scott and I met on my first full day in Washington, D.C. in late 2019, where I moved from Illinois to start my new (first!) job. My roommate Lauren invited a few of her coworkers and friends to meet for D.C.’s favorite pastime: brunch. Scott, one of […]

Stop Shedding for the Wedding Words by Britney Magleby I was 11 years old when I first heard a negative comment about my body, and I’ve felt ashamed about some part of my appearance every day since. When I was 13, I skipped a meal because other girls said their mothers used this technique to stay […]

Grazing Tables An Unforgettable Foodie Feast Words by Samantha Simma When it comes to modern wedding receptions, couples are finding creative ways to shake up the traditional sit-down dinner. Grazing tables, with their versatility and casual elegance, have soared in popularity. This approach allows guests to move around freely, selecting their favorite bites while mingling […]