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Chicago Family Law Firm Promotes Attorney Andrew Ference to Partner

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Attorney Andrew B. Ference promoted to Partner at Weiss-Kunz & Oliver, LLC

Beyond his abilities in the courtroom or behind a desk, Andrew is simply a guy you want to be around. He is hard-working, interesting, funny, and loyal. In a case, his scrutiny and application of law to facts make him hard to compete with.


ELMHURST, Ill. (PRWEB)

The law firm of Weiss-Kunz & Oliver, LLC is honored to announce that Attorney Andrew B. Ference has been promoted to Partner. Attorney Ference brings an unparalleled style of advocacy to each case, whether highly litigated or quickly resolved.

Andrew B. Ference is recognized by Judges and his peers as a skilled litigator and negotiator. He navigates complex legal issues and high net worth estates with precision and practicality and is dedicated to balancing the legal rights and emotional needs of his clients.

Andrew’s wit and wisdom make him a dynamic attorney and a pleasure to deal with in and out of the courtroom. He knows the law. This may seem basic, but a short time among many lawyers will reveal that this is in fact a hallmark of a great attorney, not just any attorney. He is thoughtful in his approach, tending to the individual needs of each client and family while crafting successful strategies that address their goals.

Andrew is pragmatic in his practice, honed from years of experience with Judges. He has a clear understanding of what individual Judges are looking for and how to deliver it in a fashion that is palatable and that sticks.

“We are excited to promote Andrew to partner here at WKO. He is an aggressive litigator, but lends an attentive ear to the needs of our clients. Andrew knows when to talk settlement and when to prepare a case for trial. He brings all the things you want in a partner and we are proud to call him one of our own,” adds Maxine Weiss Kunz, WKO Principal.

Andrew Ference has held membership with the Illinois State Bar since 2012. He is a graduate of Bradley University, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in 2009. In 2012, Mr. Ference earned his J.D. from the University of Illinois College of Law. During his time in school, Attorney Ference spent his time volunteering with St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital and the Family Advocacy Clinic.

About Weiss-Kunz & Oliver, LLC

With offices in Chicago, Park Ridge, and Elmhurst, the law firm of Weiss-Kunz & Oliver, LLC is committed to serving Illinois clients and families through contentious and complicated matters involving divorce, allocation of parenting time and parental responsibilities, mental health issues, addiction, support, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.

WKO Principals, Maxine Weiss Kunz and Amanda Oliver have dedicated their legal careers to the practice of family law. They focus on traditional litigation as well as mediation, collaborative law, and adoptions. They excel in the representation of high net worth individuals and complex legal estates.

To learn more about Weiss-Kunz & Oliver, LLC, visit https://www.wkofamilylaw.com/ or call 312-605-4041 to schedule a consultation.

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Author Mary Farris’s new book “My Love Letter to You” is a heartwarming memoir of her life with Charlie, her late husband of thirty-three years

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GERONIMO, Okla. (PRWEB)

Mary Farris, a teacher, a dancer, a traveler, an animal lover presently residing in Oklahoma with her five rescued dogs and two cats, has completed her new book “My Love Letter to You”: a touching portrait of a beloved husband and a marriage that endured through devastating medical challenges.

Meet Charles, a man with an IQ matching Einstein’s but looking like an escapee from some B-rated Western. Mischievous, sparkling green eyes, twitching chestnut moustache, and curly, dark hair. How does this curious Irishman teach those around him about love, honor, integrity, and endurance? From his own words to words shared by others, join in this wonderful love story that transcends even death. Enjoy the prankster, giggling as karma catches up and gets even, and marvel at his legacy that lives on after him. Meet Charles and be blessed.

Published by Page Publishing, Mary Farris’s charming book is a poignant homage to her late husband, Charlie Farris.

Readers who wish to experience this engaging work can purchase “My Love Letter to You” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Page Publishing at 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:

Page Publishing is a traditional, full-service publishing house that handles all the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing understands that authors should be free to create, not mired in logistics like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and so on. Page’s accomplished writers and publishing professionals allow authors to leave behind these complex and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at http://www.pagepublishing.com.

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A Cookbook for Romance Readers

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Now Available! Love in the Mix: A Cookbook for Romance Readers

Nothing is as vital to a successful and enriched life as the ability to read and, as romance writers, no one appreciates this skill more. ProLiteracy has worked for decades to provide the opportunity for people to become literate, said Authors Leslie Hachtel and Nikki Brock


SYRACUSE, N.Y. (PRWEB)

Authors Leslie Hachtel and Nikki Brock teamed up to support ProLiteracy by collaborating on a cookbook anthology of beloved family recipes from prominent romance authors.

Love in the Mix: A Cookbook for Romance Readers features recipes from romance authors like Kristan Higgins, Lorraine Heath, Collette Cameron, J. Kenner, Dee Davis, Sharon Sala, Tracy Brogan, and Lori Wilde.

Within the pages of Love in the Mix you’ll find recipes from around the world, with anecdotes from the authors about the meaning of each recipe.

Published by ProLiteracy, the cookbook is now available for purchase on Amazon and other major online book retailers. Additionally, it will be available during ProLiteracy’s Great American Book Sale, September 20–26, 2021.

Sale proceeds from Love in the Mix: A Cookbook for Romance Readers will support the mission of ProLiteracy. Additionally, all funds raised during ProLiteracy’s Great American Book Sale will be directed to ProLiteracy grant programs including National Book Fund and Mobile Learning Fund.

“Nothing is as vital to a successful and enriched life as the ability to read, and, as romance writers, no one appreciates this skill more. ProLiteracy has worked for decades to provide the opportunity for people to become literate,” said Hachtel and Brock. “We came up with the idea for a cookbook anthology to raise money for this valuable pursuit, hoping those who read our books will appreciate some of our history in the kitchen, and we look forward to seeing what impact the proceeds of this book will bring.”

“Romance authors have held ProLiteracy dear for decades, so we are thrilled to be working with Leslie Hachtel and Nikki Brock on this unique and creative anthology” said ProLiteracy’s Senior Director of Development Lara Pimentel. “Collaborating on this project gets the word out about our mission while raising funds that will have a lasting impact on learners and local literacy programs, at a critical time.”

About ProLiteracy

ProLiteracy is the largest adult literacy and basic education nonprofit membership organization in the nation. ProLiteracy is the leader in adult literacy content development, programs, and advocacy for more than 60 years. ProLiteracy works with its member organizations to help adults gain the reading, writing, math, English, and digital skills they need to be successful. ProLiteracy advocates on behalf of adult learners and the programs that serve them, provides training and professional development, and publishes materials used in adult literacy and basic education instruction. ProLiteracy has 1,000 member programs in all 50 states, and works with 21 nongovernmental organizations in 35 developing countries. For more information, visit ProLiteracy.org. You can follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

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Newly Renovated Historic Hacienda, The Santa Cruz, Is Now Booking Micro Weddings, Special Events, and More

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El Sagrado Chapel at The Santa Cruz

El Sagrado Chapel at The Santa Cruz

If you want the Santa Fe and northern New Mexico experience, this is it.


SANTA FE, N.M. (PRWEB)

The Santa Cruz, a 4,500-square-foot old-world hacienda located in the Santa Cruz River Valley, was recently restored and is now open for bookings.

Rich with history and built in the early 1800s, the structure was originally the only stagecoach stop for travelers making the journey from Santa Fe to Taos along the El Camino Real. The on-site private chapel—a charming, mission-style sanctuary named El Sagrado—is 250 years old and was one of the first erected in the area.

“If you want the Santa Fe and northern New Mexico experience, this is it,” says Amanda Tucker, who owns The Santa Cruz along with her husband, Rick Goldberg. “It’s steeped in culture and history. Better than a hotel any day of the week.” Amanda’s interior design firm, Bohome Interiors, furnished The Santa Cruz with a nod to its background, including hand-carved furnishings, rough-hewn beams, Native American artifacts, rugs, vintage pieces, and colorful folk art.

The home, built with authentic adobe brick, boasts four large bedrooms, five and a half bathrooms, seven fireplaces, a sunroom, bar, and a library that includes a comfortable remote workstation complete with high-speed internet throughout the home. Situated behind a gated entrance, the three-acre grounds are equipped with a swimming pool, hot tub, creek, veranda, generous courtyard, and private chapel.

The Santa Cruz is ideal for micro weddings, where couples have a place to tie the knot and invite their loved ones to stay with them. The property is flush with huge cottonwood trees, ancient weeping willows, colorful flower gardens, and a pristine view of the Sangra de Cristo Mountains. The newly renovated chapel can host an intimate wedding for up to 40 guests, while the outdoor garden can host up to 150 guests. And for those planning larger weddings, there is plenty of space to erect a large tent on the grounds. The venue has a wide array of amenities, its own available staff, and parking for up to 50 cars.

Amanda and Rick have an inclusive approach to working with outside vendors. All wedding planners, event planners, and caterers of the bride and groom are welcome. “We want everyone to experience a weekend of quality time and memories with people you love and hold closest to you,” says Amanda. “We did that for our wedding, and it was an unforgettable experience.”

In addition to weddings, The Santa Cruz is fully equipped to host reunions, yoga retreats, bachelor and bachelorette parties, workshops, spa weekends, corporate events, and more. “We threw a music and fashion show during the SWAIA Native Art Market, and the event was perfect,” says Juliana Brown Eyes. “Beautifully renovated rooms surrounding the courtyard with plenty of space and amenities, the fantastic pool and hot tub. All of it was perfect, and Rick and Amanda were very easy to work with and helped us plan and staff everything. The Santa Cruz is a truly unique venue for unforgettable events.”

About The Santa Cruz

Owned by Amanda Tucker and Rick Goldberg, The Santa Cruz is one-third of the couple’s growing hospitality business. The 4,500-square-foot home, located only 25 minutes north of Santa Fe, boasts a pool and hot tub, a pristine view of the Sangra de Cristo mountains, four large bedrooms, a hacienda-style courtyard, and private chapel. Situated on three lush acres, the home makes a wonderful venue for intimate weddings and a wide array of events. Rick and Amanda’s hospitality business includes two other beautiful Santa Fe properties: Luna Vista in Tesuque and Our Canyon Home near Canyon Road.

About Bohome Interiors

Owned by Amanda Tucker, Bohome Interiors is an interior design firm specializing in creating story-rich atmospheres inspired by culture and history. “The discovery of unexplored places is exactly what pushes me to keep traveling, and, in turn, travel has pushed me to create. I am inspired by the colors, textures, sights and smells that accompany me on each adventure,” says Amanda. Mesmerized by the rare, unique, and eclectic, Amanda seeks to turn each space—whether it be a primary residence, second home, or just one room—into a beautifully detailed sanctuary that transmits the owner’s unique story.

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Newly Launched App Helps Users Exercise Relationship Skills and Build Meaningful Connections Through Focused, Regular Interactions

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Good Together App

Relationships happen a little at a time, day by day and unfortunately also die the very same way, one missed interaction after another.


HOUSTON (PRWEB)

As people struggle to connect and loneliness becomes an epidemic of its own, short, meaningful interactions are more important than ever. Jerry Brook, Relationship Guru and Author of Good Together: A Journey Through Relationships designed a free App to help people strengthen their personal and professional relationships in as little as 3, 5 or 7 minute increments. The platform encourages users to focus on their relationships with the same consistent approach of successful exercise programs.

People are searching for ways to build and maintain healthy relationships. It’s my hope that the “Good Together” App will encourage and inspire individuals and groups to exercise those relationships through fun, personalized interactions,” said creator Jerry Brook.

He continued, “Proper exercise is done daily or at least every other day consistently. Relationships are no different. Whether they are family, friendship, intimate, or business relationships, they all have this in common. Relationships happen a little at a time, day by day and unfortunately also die the very same way, one missed interaction after another. Relationships are like exercise and require appropriate interactions a few minutes per day in order to be built and maintained. That’s why I created an app to facilitate regular interactions, timed to just a few minutes per interaction.

Users begin by adding professional and personal relationships in the app. Those relationships are then added to social circles or groups of relationships. The interactions start with four major relationship categories: Family, Friends, Work, and Intimate.

Users can then create their own social circles such as, Parents, Children, Siblings, High School Friends, Work Friends, the possibilities are endless.

Each social circle has a specific set of interactions. There are randomly selected tasks for meaningfully interacting according to the type of relationship.

Players create personal, custom lists of interactions unique to their social circles. They can select an individual relationship, or an entire social circle to begin.

The app randomly selects a time frame of 3, 5, or 7 minutes in duration. The app also randomly selects a player from the list of possible players and an item from the list of interactions for that social circle.

The app removes the burden of time and tasks. There is no fear of trying to decide what to do in the moment or of missing out on meaningful connections due to time constraints. The Good Together app is also customizable for each user.

About the “Good Together” App

The “Good Together” App was created to help people strengthen their personal and professional relationship through fun, personalized interactions. It was created by Author and Relationship Guru Jerry Brook. Jerry fuses his relationship experience with a background in analytics to help others maintain better relationships. As an Industrial Computer Controls Specialist, Jerry’s experience in problem solving and analytical thinking inspired him to look at relationships in a similar way. In addition, he also draws on his own personal relationships to offer practical, intelligent, and sometimes funny relationship stories and advice. He currently lives in Houston, Texas. Learn more at http://www.jerrybrook.com and http://www.goodtogether.com

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Local Venue Reveals Tiny Chapel for Weddings and Special Events

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Tiny Wedding Chapel at Hartman’s Herb Farm in Barre, Massachusetts.

We couldn’t be more thrilled that the construction is complete and we are able to open this special chapel to our brides and grooms.


BARRE, Mass. (PRWEB)

Hartman’s Herb Farm, Central Massachusetts’ hidden gem for weddings and events, today revealed its new wedding chapel, offering a unique and special location for clients’ ceremonies. At the bed and breakfast and event venue located in Barre, Massachusetts, couples can exchange nuptials or renewals at this quaint and breathtaking chapel.

“We couldn’t be more thrilled that the construction is complete and we are able to open this special chapel to our brides and grooms,” states Carissa Hartman-Wozniak, owner of Hartman’s Herb Farm. “We’ve never seen anything like this in the area. It’s a non-denominational chapel and something out of a fairy tale.” What makes this chapel so special? It was built by Hartman-Wozniak’s brother for his bride.

The white clapboard chapel with soft green trim was designed and built by Ross Hartman, for his May 2021 wedding. A craftsman and residential contractor by trade, Hartman built the 144-square-foot chapel for his bride, with the dual purpose of providing his sister with a new setting for her clients’ events. Couples can get married on the chapel’s rounded front porch, while guests witness from their seats arranged in the courtyard adjacent to the chapel.

Blending in seamlessly with its surroundings, the chapel features rough-hewn beams, a slate roof, and custom-woodworking throughout. Hartman incorporated many special architectural antiques into the construction including stately French doors saved from a Rhode Island mansion, a bell from a church in New Hampshire, and an arched, leaded-glass window salvaged from the first school his bride went to as a child. Honoring his family’s heritage, Hartman added Swedish-inspired details in the woodwork.

Located in Barre, Massachusetts, Hartman’s Herb Farm has been hosting weddings and special events for more than 40 years. The family-run venue is a New England style farmhouse, with large ceilings, exposed beams, and stone fireplaces. The farm also offers accommodations through its five-room bed and breakfast. Hartman-Wozniak, who purchased the business from her parents in 2007, further rounds out their offerings with floral arrangements, cakes and catering, greenhouses, a gift shop, and now the tiny wedding chapel.

For more information visit http://www.hartmansherbfarm.com; email carissa@hartmansherbfarm.com or call 978-355-2015.

About Hartman’s Herb Farm

Located in Barre, Massachusetts, Hartman’s Herb Farm is a family-run, quintessential New England style event venue and bed and breakfast. Established in 1980 by Lynn Hartman and her late husband Pete Hartman, Hartman’s Herb Farm is an all-inclusive location for weddings and events, providing event planning, accommodations, floral arrangements, catering, cakes, and a tiny wedding chapel. The business is now run by owner and daughter Carissa Hartman-Wozniak, and located on a picturesque 23-acre farm with wildflower gardens, greenhouses and a gift shop. For more information about Hartman’s Herb Farm visit http://www.hartmansherbfarm.com; email carissa@hartmansherbfarm.com or call 978-355-2015.

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Great Lakes Psychology Group Expands to Traverse City, Michigan

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TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (PRWEB)

Great Lakes Psychology Group is excited to announce its newest Michigan office, located at 735 S Garfield Ave, Suite 200, Traverse City, Michigan 49686. GLPG provides a wide range of in-person and online counseling services including marriage and family therapy as well as individual treatment for anxiety, depression, stress, eating disorders, ADD/ADHD, abuse, grief, chronic pain, and more. We look forward to offering our quality services to these three new communities. GLPG therapists employ evidence-based treatments to improve the lives of children, teens, adults, couples, and families.

In addition to serving the communities immediately surrounding our brick-and-mortar offices, GLPG offers online therapy to all Michigan and Illinois residents. Online therapy at GLPG is here to stay: we will continue to offer online therapy as a service to residents of these states beyond the pandemic. Additionally, GLPG plans to continue to expand into new communities in order to meet the growing need for quality mental health services.

Great Lakes Psychology Group was established in 2011 by a small group of therapists who shared the same passion for helping others. Today, these founding therapists remain in leadership positions with the shared mission of simplifying the process of finding a best-fit therapist and supporting both therapists and their clients to ease the therapeutic journey.

With multiple offices in multiple states, online therapy, and hundreds of dedicated therapists, GLPG has developed into one of the fastest-growing providers of outpatient behavioral and mental health care in the Midwest. GLPG values innovation, progress, and effectiveness to ensure the delivery of the best quality behavioral health services possible.

Great Lakes Psychology Group has been offering comprehensive psychological services since its first office opened in Clarkston, Michigan, in 2011. Since then, the group has expanded to include over 350 licensed psychotherapists in multiple states with training in social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, and counseling. Each therapist at Great Lakes Psychology Group is highly trained and qualified to ensure each patient receives the quality service they deserve.

Scheduling an appointment with a compassionate therapist at GLPG is easy: new patients can speak directly with a scheduling assistant by calling (800) 693-1916, or request an appointment on our website at GLPG.net. GLPG accepts most insurance types and has flexible payment options available.

Great Lakes Psychology Group is proud to be Midwest-founded and looks forward to serving the mental health needs of the greater Traverse City communities.

Visit GLPG.net to learn more about Great Lakes Psychology Group’s specialties, services, and locations, or to schedule an appointment.

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Manly Bands Debuts on the Inc. 500 as One of the Fastest-Growing Companies in America

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VINEYARD, Utah (PRWEB)

Manly Bands is announcing their debut on the Inc. 500, one of the most prestigious rankings of startups in the country. As the leader for ecommerce men’s wedding rings, Manly Bands is being recognized for the incredible growth they have achieved in just a few short years, transforming a niche category to a disruptive retail industry.

The Inc. 500 has been the first milestone of significant success for some of the world’s most notable small businesses, including Zappos, Under Armour and Patagonia. However, to be named to the Inc. 500, brands must demonstrate superior growth and innovation in their respective market spaces over a period of three years. Judges evaluate revenue growth, entrepreneurial leadership, and effective public relations from tens of thousands of companies in order to award them with national notoriety.

“This is an exciting opportunity for our company,” says co-founder Johnathan Ruggiero, “It’s hard to imagine we first started only a few years ago with a Shopify storefront in an RV. Now, we’re the most popular ecommerce wedding ring brand for men in the United States, and still seeing incredible growth as more couples are choosing wedding bands that represent their personalities, passions, and unique relationships.”

When Manly Bands was founded in 2016, the market for men’s wedding rings was largely ignored. Wedding bands for women already had a wide selection of options, however it wasn’t until Johnathan Ruggiero and Michelle Luchese tried to find the perfect rings for each other that they realized there was huge potential for growth. By prioritizing creative designs, unique materials and excellent customer service they have reinvented the way couples shop for their wedding rings.

Co-founder Michelle Luchese says, “To make the Inc. 500 is a huge honor, but it’s also just the beginning for our brand. With new brand integrations and the launch of our sister company, Rosie Ray, we’re revolutionizing wedding jewelry for all!”

Manly Bands has previously been recognized by Rolling Stone Magazine, Forbes, JCK Online and other publications for their modern designs, simple personalization options, and savvy brand partnerships with Jack Daniel’s and the MLB.

Now one of the top few hundred brands on this year’s Inc. 500, Manly Bands has its sights set on expanding their majority market share and exploring new brand partnerships to continue to attract the attention of couples looking for wedding rings that uniquely define who they are. Manly Band’s position on the Inc. 500 can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000/2021 and more about the company can be found at ManlyBands.com.

About Manly Bands

Manly Bands is the fastest growing direct-to-consumer e-commerce retailer of badass men’s wedding rings. We make it easy for couples to order a ring that looks (and fits) perfect on every man. Our rings are made with more than 300 unique styles made from dozens of non-traditional materials, such as dinosaur bone, meteorite and authentic Jack Daniel’s whiskey barrel. We’re on a mission to give men the ring that they’ll never want to take off. To see our latest collections, visit ManlyBands.com today.

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Love Stories TV Debuts New Spanish Language Programming ‘La Boda Perfecta’ and ‘Love Stories TV Español’

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We are thrilled to expand on the incredible success we’ve achieved already on Discover and are excited to be partnering with Snap to focus on a localized content experience for millennial and Gen-Z Mexican women.


NEW YORK (PRWEB)

Wedding inspiration and entertainment company, Love Stories TV, has announced it is launching a new suite of Spanish language programming: ‘La Boda Perfecta’ on Snapchat and ‘Love Stories TV Español’ on YouTube.

As the largest media brand focused exclusively on video content for wedding planning and inspiration, Love Stories TV’s videos are seen by 30M+ monthly viewers across its site and social channels including Snapchat, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and more.

‘La Boda Perfecta’, Love Stories TV’s new Spanish language Show composed exclusively of Mexican weddings, debuted on Snapchat’s Discover on August 10th. Released weekly, the first season will feature 10 episodes each made up of the best, most emotional moments from the Mexican weddings published on lovestoriestv.com and features the work of Mexican creators like Meraki Weddings, Yossuana Films, Dreamers Filmhouse, and LunArts Films.

“We are thrilled to expand on the incredible success we’ve achieved already on Discover and are excited to be partnering with Snap to focus on a localized content experience for millennial and Gen-Z Mexican women” says Love Stories TV CEO, Rachel Jo Silver.

Corresponding with the debut of the new Snap Discover show, Love Stories TV is launching a new YouTube channel, Love Stories TV Español, which will feature exclusively Spanish language content from Spanish speaking regions including Mexico, South America, Central America and Spain. “We’ve been a global business since the beginning, featuring weddings from all over the world of every religion and culture, and we’re excited to be able to present our content to millennial and Gen-Z women in their native language, starting with our Spanish-speaking audience.” The company’s existing YouTube channel, youtube.com/lovestoriestv has nearly 200,000 subscribers and is the largest and fastest growing in the wedding industry.

Beyond Snapchat and YouTube, Love Stories TV continues to see explosive growth on TikTok, where it has over 220,000 followers. All of the videos featured to Love Stories TV’s 5M+ social followers are sourced from the real wedding videos published by wedding video creators on lovestoriestv.com where their video library exceeds 20,000 uploads.

About Love Stories TV

Love Stories TV is a global media brand which provides entertainment and inspiration to women through uplifting, high quality, and emotional video content. As the only video platform in a $250 billion industry, Love Stories TV reaches 30M monthly viewers through their website and social channels. On lovestoriestv.com, couples can watch 20,000+ real wedding videos, plus research and contact 60,000+ wedding professionals from all over the world to find wedding ideas, pros and products. Founded in 2016, Love Stories TV serves soonlyweds and wedding businesses across the globe. Love Stories TV has the industry’s largest and fastest growing YouTube channel, only Snap Discover Channel, as well as deeply engaged audiences on Instagram, TikTok, its podcast and more.

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Military Marriage Day Set to Celebrate Both Oaths and Vows of Military Couples Amid Higher Divorce Rates of Deployed Military Members

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WASHINGTON (PRWEB)

B. Carroll Events presents Military Marriage Day (MMD), an annual event designed to celebrate both oaths and vows of U.S. military couples. The second annual event, sponsored by Armed Forces Insurance, will kick off virtually on Saturday, August 14, 2021, with an overarching vision to build strong relationships through inspiring moments and greater growth and connection to military couples.

In 2019, Military One Source reported that 30,608 active duty, guard, and reserve marriages ended in divorce. A recent study by the career website Zippia looked at professions with the highest divorce rates among those under 30, based on the U.S. Census Bureau data. Three of the top ten professions involved military jobs. First-line enlisted military supervisors had the highest divorce rate, at 30 percent. According to other studies, deployed military members in the U.S. Navy, Marines, Army, and Air Force have higher than average divorce rates. The Air Force had the highest rate, at 14.6 percent, with the Navy at over 12.5 percent and the other two branches as high as 8 percent. The impact of these statistics sends ripples that fracture service families, hinder the mission, and causes financial strain and stress to an already challenging lifestyle.

MMD was created and founded at the height of the pandemic by Bree Carroll, 2020-2021 Armed Forces Insurance Air Force Spouse of the Year®, during a time when maintaining healthy relationships seemed harder than usual. As a military marriage coach, Carroll created a safe space that celebrated military couples and provided resources to strengthen pandemic-stressed marriages.

“It is more than just a holiday; the divorce rate isn’t lost upon us, and we are determined to equip couples through our Military Marriage Resource Directory,” said Carroll, which will serve as a support to all active, retired, and reserve married couples.

“As an event sponsor, at AFI, Our Mission is You®, and we wholeheartedly support this movement to celebrate the member and spouses’ commitment to service and one another,” said Lori Simmons, Lori Simmons, VP & Chief Marketing Officer at Armed Forces Insurance.

“First Command is proud to continue our sponsorship of Military Marriage Day,” said Kellie Richter, First Command’s Chief Marketing and Client Experience Officer. “During our 60-plus years of providing financial coaching to our Nation’s military families, we have consistently seen that military couples who are strongly committed to each other are best positioned to pursue lifelong financial security.”

“We’re humbly honored to partner with Bree Carroll’s Military Marriage Day,” said Taya Kyle, Founder of the Taya and Chris Kyle Foundation (TACK-F). “Marriage impacts generations in a way nothing else does. Our experience and research show how different military marriages are from civilian marriages. At TACK-F, we are dedicated to providing the tools service couples need to save their marriages. Military Marriage Day is an amazing virtual experience where couples will hear from others and know they are not alone, they are understood, and they are loved by people who get it.”

To register and learn more about Military Marriage Day, visit https://www.militarymarriageday.com.

About Armed Forces Insurance

Armed Forces Insurance was founded in 1887 by military leaders with a single mission: to protect the property of those who protect our Nation. The company provides premium quality, competitively priced property and casualty insurance to military professionals throughout the United States and overseas. Armed Forces Insurance understands that its members have unique circumstances and insurance needs, enabling the company to offer a level of personalized service that’s unequaled in the industry. For more information, visit the website at http://www.afi.org or call 1-800-495-8234, and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

About Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year®

The Armed Forces Insurance (AFI) Military Spouse of the Year® Award was founded in 2008 by Chris Hale, CEO of veteran-owned Neptune Holdings, and after nine years as title sponsor, AFI assumed ownership in 2018. The award is presented at a base, branch, and overall level each year to military spouses, making a difference in their communities and providing a collective voice for spouses around the world. Through a national nomination and voting process, these nominees are judged on five core criteria: overall involvement in the military community, exhibition of leadership skills, community building capability, communication skills, and overall personal story. With more than one million military spouses worldwide, this award program aims to shine a spotlight on the force behind our armed forces. For more information, please visit msoy.afi.org.

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