Losing a loved one is always difficult. But during this difficult time, you have a choice — you can focus on how unfortunate it was to lose your friend or family member, or you can focus on how fortunate it was to have them with you in the first place.

Hosting a celebration of life instead of a traditional funeral service allows you to remember your loved one in death just as they were in life — full of energy, joy, courage, understanding, and a million other complex emotions that can’t be captured with sadness alone.

When you can’t listen to one more condolence — no matter how well-intentioned the person giving it may be — a celebration of life event is a way to flip the script. Inviting friends and family to this type of service allows you to tell everyone in your invitation wording that instead of shedding tears, the person you’ve lost would want to share smiles. It allows you to ask that your nearest and dearest send memorial cards full of their fondest memories instead of sympathy cards full of regrets.

The right invitation wording will prepare friends and family for a different kind of memorial service. Get ready to ask your invitees to celebrate life, even in the face of loss, with these celebration of life invitation wording ideas.
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Fourth of July is a full day of fun, but the fireworks show doesn’t start until the sun goes down. So, how are you and your friends going to entertain yourselves in the meantime? We have a few ideas.

Since your guests are all grown-up (even if they don’t act like it), we’ve rounded up our favorite 4th of July activities for adults. If a few of your friends have kids, they can bring along the little ones. Many of these ideas are fun for the whole family — just make sure to label the adults-only beverages appropriately.

Speaking of adults-only beverages, we have America-inspired activities to test your knowledge of this nation’s favorite drinks, food, games, and beyond. Get ready to party like it’s 1776 — it’s America’s birthday, y’all!
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With gorgeous weather and a feel-good atmosphere, it’s no surprise that summer is such a popular time of year for weddings. Mirror these good vibes with a fun theme for your summer wedding. If you’re searching for the best wedding themes for summer, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve gathered together 12 of our favorites, plus decor and styling tips to help you pull off the look. 
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The warm summer months are perfect for celebrating parents-to-be and the arrival of a new bundle of joy. The sun is shining, the mood is upbeat, and there’s ample opportunity to host your celebration in locations that aren’t ideal in wintertime. Whether you’re planning on hosting a summer baby shower indoors or outside in a gorgeous natural locale, the key to throwing the perfect baby shower is choosing a theme.

From outdoor parties like BBQs and pool parties to romantic summer tea parties and luaus, there’s no shortage of summer baby shower themes to try. Once you’ve picked a theme, it’s easy to coordinate matching baby shower games and baby shower decorations to complete the experience. 

Here, we’ve highlighted some of our favorite summer-inspired baby shower ideas. And to help make the party planning process even easier, we’ve paired each theme with a matching baby shower invitation. Let’s get started!
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It can feel awkward asking your guests for money instead of a physical gift. That’s why so many couples seek out creative or cute ways to ask for money as a wedding gift. To help you find the right words, use this guide on how to ask for money as a wedding gift. 
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When the wedding ceremony is all wrapped up, you and your new spouse will want to enjoy your marital bliss. While that means cherishing every memory and savoring each new moment, it also means completing a few post-wedding tasks. Among the most important is sending out thank you cards to all the guests who attended your wedding and loved ones who sent gifts.

For many couples, writing thank you cards can be daunting. Finding the right words to express your appreciation while avoiding an etiquette faux pas can be difficult — especially if someone has given you a cash gift. Here, we’ll show you proper wedding thank you card wording for cash gifts so you can show your guests how much their generosity means to you.
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Wedding planning involves making lots of big and small decisions — one of which is whether you want to invite children to your wedding or not. If you’re hoping for an adults-only celebration, finding the right way to share that message can feel difficult, even for the most confident of couples. 

In this guide, we’ll share how to say no kids at the wedding in a polite yet firm way. We’ll go over how to approach the issue, along with some of our favorite wording ideas for different scenarios. 
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If you have the honor of throwing a bridal shower, you’ve probably been thinking about what theme would make this a memorable and personal event. After all, this party is something the bride will cherish forever, so you want to make it stand out. For better or worse, there’s almost an endless amount of bridal shower themes to build your event around.

Here, we’ve gathered some of our favorite bridal shower themes to help narrow your search. From boho and Western fun to glamorous locale-inspired themes, there’s something for every bride. Plus, we’ve paired each of our themes with a gorgeous invite to match.
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Father’s Day is almost here, and it’s the perfect time to start thinking about what you’ll say and send to someone special. Get creative and seek out the best Father’s Day wording ideas to help you share the love. 

Discover our best tips, wording ideas, and the perfect Father’s Day greeting card inspiration. Here’s how to write and send a winning Father’s Day card to someone special this year.
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One of the best parts of planning a wedding is designing the decor. You get to bring your dreams to life and honor your love story in a way that’s unique to you as a couple. Wedding table decorations — including place settings, accent elements, and centerpieces all make the big day memorable. 

If you can afford it, go all out on over-the-top wedding table decorations to create the perfect finishes for a dreamy day. For budget-minded couples, a gorgeous centerpiece can make a dramatic impact without breaking the bank. Here, you’ll find some of our favorite wedding table decorations for all budgets and styles. Plus, you’ll find invitation inspiration to match your wedding theme and decor.
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