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West Hollywood has become the first U.S. city to open a domestic partnership registry for relationships of three or more people. The City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 26-13 on November 3, 2026; it takes effect December 2. Three or more adults in a consensual relationship can file a declaration with the city clerk — they don't even have to live in West Hollywood. Registered partners get hospital and jail visitation rights and added tenant protections. What it is NOT: a marriage, and not a state-recognized domestic partnership. It doesn't touch inheritance, taxes or immigration. It's a city-level recognition and protection framework — the first of its kind in the country. Source: NY Post , Nov 4, 2026.

It’s all about the bottom line. Whether your wedding budget is $5.00 or $50.000, these savvy strategies will save you serious change. by Francesca Castagnoli/BRIDES 1-Eat dessert first. Want a big bash, but don’t have the cash? Do a cocktails-and-dessert reception instead of springing for din-din 2-Off-peak is on the money. With the exception of the holidays, dates from November through April are less coveted—so less pricey—than other times. Set on June vows? Book ‘em on an off-night, like Friday or Sunday. 3-Know who your friends are. Nipping the guest list can shrink costs big-time. To avoid offending non-invitees, pepper wedding convos with words like small and intimate. 4-Say okay to day. Throw your party before 5 p.m: Brunches and lunches mean a lower tab for the location, meal, and bar. 5-Find a furnished space. Reduce rental costs by picking a site that’s already outfitted with tables, linens and chairs. 6-Stamp out overspending. Instead of shelling out a ton on...

Marriage rates are at an all-time low. Are people overthinking it? Posted by  Holly-TheNest.com I'll admit it: I always wanted to be married. I happened to find "the one" and tie the knot for love. But I'm not one of those married women. I know that a good man (or woman) is hard to find. In fact, a new study  reveals that only 51 percent of adults in the US are married. That's just half of the population, people! And it represents an all-time low: The marriage rate has dropped from 59 percent in 1960 to a mere 20 percent in the present day. And this cooling trend isn't expected to end anytime soon. I'm not sure why, but that scares me a little. Yes, many people have perfectly good reasons for staying single. Women can support themselves, so they can be pickier about whose socks they choose to pick up off the floor for as long as they both shall live. And, as the article states, women are no longer shunned by society for raising children alone . But, if g...

You know that look where his eyes slide past you...then turn back? Wouldn’t it be great to know what stopped him? You totally can. “There are a few things men instantly observe when they meet a woman,” says Jackie Black, PhD, author of Meeting Your Match. Learn what they are and you can maximize your, um, assets. Then you’ll have your pick. 1. How Thick Your Hair Is This is all about evolution. Since caveman days, dudes have been drawn to lush locks, which signal that a woman is healthy (translation: shaggable). 2. If Your Smile Is Genuine Sometimes your eyes crinkle a bit when you grin. Most men are good at distinguishing the vibe of this kind of smile, which says you’re relaxed and fun. 3. The Size of Your Group You don’t want a big bunch (it’ll be hard for him to approach) or just one friend (he’ll figure you wouldn’t desert her to talk to him). The perfect crew size? Three. Your two buds can keep each other company when you slip away. 4. The Pitch of Your Voice Studies ...

We r so thru! Using the Internet or a cell phone to end that romantic relationship may be somewhat cold-hearted, but more and more people are doing it, a quirky new survey shows. Of 550 social media users polled by Lab42, a Chicago-based research firm, 33% admitted to have broken off a romance using text messages, email or Facebook. Even more — 40% of those questioned — said they would have no qualms about using a technological medium to tell a lover to take a hike. The survey may not have been scientific, but it provided a peek into how the Internet is changing people’s love lives — and making the always painful breakup conversation impersonal and in many ways less messy. Those questioned in the poll were all over the age of 18. Among the respondents, about 41% were single, 24% were in a relationship and 24% said they were married. New Yorkers, meanwhile, offered mixed reviews as to whether they would give “likes” to dumping a lover via text or the Internet. “Breaking up...

By Colleen Oakley The first question that comes to mind when a spouse cheats is: Why? A recent study by the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada, attempted to answer that question and found that the reasons behind infidelity differ greatly between the sexes. For men, it’s typically about the sex—the more sexually excitable they are, the more likely they are to cheat. For women, it’s more about the level of satisfaction in her relationship; if a woman is unhappy in her marriage, she’s 2.6 times more likely to cheat. Regardless of the reason, there’s one thing that’s certain: infidelity is devastating. But there can be a silver lining. “In many cases, it forces issues to the surface of a relationship that would have never otherwise been dealt with,” says Kevin Hansen, author of Secret Regrets: What if You Had a Second Chance? Read on to discover what life lessons these five women gained through their personal experiences with infidelity—and what you can learn from their stories. “...

Yeah, sure, you love each other, but remember back when you were dating and your future spouse was totally hot? They still are! These easy tips will help you get your marital mojo back. 1. Flirt like it's your first night together. Think back to those early days of dating. Every laugh, lingering look, or under-the-table leg brush was a guaranteed goose bump-giver. Well, you can turn back the clock to that supercharged premarried state by making a simple shift: Start flirting again. Ditch typical dinner convo topics like work, in-laws, and home renovations for entertaining stories or provocative questions like, "Imagine you could go anywhere in the world, right this second — where would it be?" If you're at a party, slink away, get a couple of drinks, and flirtatiously introduce yourself to your spouse like you're strangers. It may take them a second to catch on, but once they do, it'll set a sexier tone for the rest of the night — and remind you both that the...

Comedian Steve Harvey disputes the notion that men and women can just be friends. HE says that men are just waiting for the Oppurtunity to slide in on a "woman friend".. hmmm What do you think?

You may not immediately believe that the same advice that helps you navigate your workplace, deal with your boss or advance your career would dovetail with smart ways to improve your romantic relationship, but think about it for a second. At work, you get along and get ahead by being courteous and solicitous, honest and upfront. Doesn’t the same hold true of the strongest marriages? We sure thought so. Here, eight commonsense workplace tips that you can easily apply to your love life. 1. Think before you speak. Before you launch into a complaint or a potentially difficult discussion, always ask yourself, “Will what I say make me more or less likable to the person I’m approaching?” says Jennifer Hirsch, PsyD, a clinical psychologist in private practice in New York City and Washington, DC. At work, you don’t want to charge into your boss’s office slinging obscenities and being overly aggressive—and the same holds true when you’re at home. “Take a moment, erase the contentious words from ...

You Have to be kidding right? No we wish it was a lie, but Studies Show that 72% of Black Mothers are Single. The rate for the entire population is almost half at 41%. The most recent statistics show these numbers for other races - Asians - 17% Caucasians - 29% Hispanics - 53% Native Americans - 66% We Have to do Better guys. NO Excuses