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1300 DAYS AGO | 1.19.2023
No, Kanye West and Bianca Censori aren't really married
Rumors are flying that Kanye West and Bianca Censori were married in a secret surprise wedding, but the celebrity couple haven't applied for or filed a marri...
1301 DAYS AGO | 1.18.2023
Salt & Sage Love Smudge for a Lowkey Pagan Wedding Blessing
This original salt and sage ‘love smudge’ is the perfect ritual blessing for a lowkey Pagan wedding! Including directions on how to prepare the blend and cas...
1302 DAYS AGO | 1.17.2023
A Short History of the Marriage License & Common Law Marriages
Learn about the history of the marriage license and common law marriage in the U.S., from ancient rituals like handfasting, through the Middle Ages, to moder...
1306 DAYS AGO | 1.13.2023
It’s Time to Eliminate the Marriage Penalty for Disabled Adults
It’s time to eliminate the ‘marriage penalty’ for disabled adults and ensure marriage equality for all Americans. Millions of Americans can lose their disabi...
1307 DAYS AGO | 1.12.2023
Dallas County will offer online marriage license applications and appointment...
Learn about the new online marriage license application process in Dallas County, Texas, including the option to schedule a virtual appointment with the Coun...
1307 DAYS AGO | 1.12.2023
What to Include in a Wedding Officiant Contract, According to the Pros
Learn how to write a wedding officiant contract & terms of service document for your business, with this advice from professional officiants. We cover the ba...
1308 DAYS AGO | 1.11.2023
New wedding script! Unity Puzzle Wedding Ceremony Script
This unique wedding ceremony includes a unity puzzle ceremony, with the perfect wording for your wedding officiant to say to capture the sweet symbolize and ...
1309 DAYS AGO | 1.10.2023
Don’t forget! New Jersey marriage licenses are free until June 2023
There is no fee to apply for a New Jersey marriage license through June 30th, 2023! The usual application fees for marriage and civil union licenses were wai...
1309 DAYS AGO | 1.10.2023
Indiana lawmakers introduce bill to protect same-sex marriage in 2023
New legislation would repeal Indiana's defunct same-sex marriage ban and expressly protect same-sex marriage rights in the state. Read the proposed amendment...
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1310 DAYS AGO | 1.9.2023
A Short Introduction to Informal & Common Law Marriage
A short introduction to informal and common law marriage, including a simple definition, which states honor common law marriages, guidelines for cohabitation...
1313 DAYS AGO | 1.6.2023
AMM’s Most Popular New Wedding Ceremony Scripts of 2022
A look at the most popular wedding ceremony scripts published in the free AMM Wedding Ceremony Script Library this year! These original scripts were written ...
1314 DAYS AGO | 1.5.2023
AMM’s Most Popular Articles of 2022: Current Wedding Trends and Classic Content
A look at the most popular wedding articles published on the AMM American Weddings blog this year! From current wedding trends, to creative and simple ways t...
1315 DAYS AGO | 1.4.2023
Funny Alternatives to “Until Death Do Us Part” for Your Wedding Ceremony
Add some humor to your wedding ceremony script with these fun alternatives to "until death do us part." Perfect for couples who love to laugh together, nerds...
1316 DAYS AGO | 1.3.2023
New Script! Marriage of Equals Wedding Ceremony for Non-traditional Couples
There’s a new original wedding ceremony script in the AMM library! This officiant script celebrates free-spirited and non-traditional love, equality, indepen...
1316 DAYS AGO | 1.3.2023
What to Know About New York's New One-Day Marriage Officiant License
Governor Kathy Hochul just signed legislation to approve a one-day-marriage officiant designation in New York State. Read about the new one-day officiant lic...
1317 DAYS AGO | 1.2.2023
Memorial Ceremony Script with Bubble Release or Flower Floating Ceremony
A sweet memorial ceremony script with sample wording for a bubble release or flower floating ceremony, written by AMM Minister Michelle Rojas. This sample sp...
1321 DAYS AGO | 12.29.2022
10 Sweet Vow Examples for Your Vow Renewal Ceremony
Creative vow ideas for your vow renewal ceremony! Choose from 10 vow examples to renew your marriage commitment, celebrate a wedding anniversary, marriage re...
1322 DAYS AGO | 12.28.2022
Monica and Chandler’s Wedding Vows & Ceremony Script from the Friends Episode...
Remember the one with Monica and Chandler’s wedding? Celebrate your marriage with romantic wedding vows inspired by your favorite Friends episode! Plus the f...