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Vows, weddings, Modern Love and more. Share your love story with us.

Vows, weddings, Modern Love and more. Share your love story with us.

Highlights

  1. Field Notes

    With This Ring, I Unwed

    The model Emily Ratajkowski’s “divorce rings” are part of a trend for jewelry that signals a new beginning after a marriage ends.

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    Emily Ratajkowski, who had her engagement ring refashioned into two pieces after her divorce became final in 2023, revealed her “divorce rings” on Instagram last week.
    CreditAlison Lou Instagram
  1. How Mariachi, a Mexican Wedding Standard, Is Evolving for a New Age

    Mariachi, a soundtrack for celebration in Mexico, offers a way for couples to honor their heritage at their weddings.

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    Kristina Trejo and Anthony Salguero incorporated a mariachi band performance into their wedding on June 23, 2023. “The mariachi was a way for me to honor, deep down, who I am,” said Ms. Trejo, who is a first-generation Mexican American.
    CreditMax Junio
    Traditions
  2. First Came Family. Then Came Marriage (to a Grandmother’s Relief).

    Twelve years ago, Melanie White sold Drew Trotter nine pairs of jeans. She also won his heart.

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    Drew Trotter and Melanie White celebrated their wedding on Feb. 22 at Secret Gardens Miami in Homestead, Fla. Their two daughters and Ms. White’s 99-year-old grandmother were in attendance.
    CreditPD Photography
    Vows
  3. They Married, Divorced and Then Married Their Ex-Spouses Again

    Five couples share how and why they decided to reconcile and tie the knot again.

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    Couples share why they divorced, reconciled, and remarried their previous spouses.
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    Wedding Album
  4. A Wedding Do-Over After a Broken Heart (Not the Kind You’re Thinking)

    Just minutes after Eli Newell and Dr. Erika Amundson exchanged vows last spring, he was rushed to the hospital. Their second go-round was far less traumatic.

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    Eli Newell and Dr. Erika Amundson, who were legally married last May before Mr. Newell was rushed to the hospital, held a wedding celebration Feb. 23 at the Grass Room in Los Angeles.
    CreditEJD Photo
    Vows
  5. Mini-Vows Submission Form: Apply Here to Have Your Wedding Featured

    You may also have questions about how this process works. We have answers.

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    Credit L. R. Legwin/Hulton Archive, via Getty Images

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Mini-Vows

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  1. After a Missed Connection, a Union of Mythic Proportions

    After seeing Joelle Gamble’s “Lord of the Rings” tattoo on her dating profile, Zachary Copeland believed he had found his soul mate. But he would have to wait more than a year to find out.

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    CreditDarcy Troutman Photography
  2. He Offered Her a Seat at His Table, and Later, a Place in His Heart

    Arnim Kaiser and Pamela Grace were both out-of-towners dining alone in Arles, France. Their waitress was watching in the wings.

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    CreditAnja Kretz
  3. Fish Stew and Black Fettuccine, an Unexpected Recipe for Love

    Maxwell Da Silva, who is from Brazil, and Jane Satsuk, who is from Russia, immediately connected over their “very humble beginnings.” But it was Mr. Da Silva’s cooking that won her heart.

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    CreditCamilla Bandeira
  4. ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Kept Them Amused Near and Far

    Maria Bun and Mench Antopina downed shots together in Singapore or via FaceTime when they were apart while watching the reality TV show.

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    Mench Antopina, left, and Maria Bun.
    CreditMonica Marfetan
  5. Once in a Blue Supermoon, a Lifelong Commitment Is Made

    Just a few weeks after meeting, Tiffany Langlinais and Michael Graves evacuated New Orleans ahead of Hurricane Ida. A tumultuous two weeks on the road solidified their relationship.

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    CreditThe Rose Edit | Michaela Todaro x Taylor Simone Hunter

Modern Love

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  1. Tiny Love Stories: ‘She Was Scared He Would Forget Her’

    Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

     

    CreditBrian Rea
  2. How to Be Real With Your Kids

    Actor Penn Badgley reads the essay “Watching Them Watching Me” and reflects on the power of apologizing to your children.

     By Anna MartinJulia BoteroChristina DjossaReva GoldbergEmily LangJen PoyantDaniel RamirezPat McCusker and

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  3. Our Last, Impossible Conversation

    When technology offered me the chance to celebrate my dead husband’s 27th birthday, I took it.

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    CreditBrian Rea
  4. Why Samin Nosrat Is Now ‘Fully YOLO’

    The chef and writer is known for bringing people together over delicious food. She reads an essay about the importance of making connections and the most of your time.

     By Anna MartinJulia BoteroReva GoldbergEmily LangChristina DjossaJen PoyantDaniel RamirezDan PowellRowan Niemisto and

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  5. Tiny Love Stories: ‘Another Attempt to Make Life Better’

    Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

     

    CreditBrian Rea

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Vows

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  1. He Expresses Himself Through Art. She Through Math.

    Alexandra Plzak and Sharif Farrag met in college and had very little in common on paper. But you know what they say about opposites.

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    Alexandra Plzak and Sharif Farrag were married March 9 at the Eden Garden Bar and Grill in Pasadena, Calif. The two met at the University of Southern California, where he was studying art and she math and economics.
    CreditElizabeth Weinberg for The New York Times
  2. How Their Corporate Speak Turned Into a Language of Love

    Andrew McCaskill was happy to provide career advice when Marcus Johnson reached out, but he was also hoping for something more.

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    Marcus Johnson, left, and Andrew McCaskill were married Feb. 10 at the Biltmore Hotel in Atlanta. A night of room service and “Real Housewives” was when Mr. Johnson realized he was falling in love.
    CreditCharlton Inije Photography
  3. He Doubted He’d Find ‘the One.’ She Made Him a Believer.

    Danni Liu and David Choi, who was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy as a child, quickly embraced the joys and challenges in their relationship together.

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    Danni Liu and David Choi were married on Jan. 2 at the Manhattan Marriage Bureau.
    Creditvia Danni Liu
  4. A Show Tune Reference Sealed the Deal

    For Jill Rafson and Zach Miller, the worlds of New York theater and trucking made a surprisingly perfect match.

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    Jill Rafson and Zach Miller were married on Jan. 13 in South Salem, N.Y. “For so long, I thought I knew what happiness felt like,” Ms. Rafson said in her vows. “But you unlocked bonus levels.”
    CreditEduardo Pérez-Tobón/Anecdote Photography
  5. At First, He Was in His Head, but Her ‘Gut Instinct’ Prevailed

    Yuna Yang and Christopher Seck became good friends before she proposed becoming something more. He took three months to consider.

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    Yuna Yang and Christopher Seck were legally married on Dec. 12 at the New York City Marriage Bureau. On Jan. 6, the couple was in three different ceremonies that reflected their cultural backgrounds.
    CreditArtur Zielenski for Eivan's Photo, Inc.

Field Notes

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  1. Want an Insta-Worthy Wedding? Brand Your Love Story.

    Some couples are going above and beyond to personalize their weddings, with bespoke party favors and custom experiences for guests.

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    “I wanted guests to feel like they were being invited to our event, for me and my husband, with our brand showing who we are,” said Michelle Bonnice, whose wedding featured many customized details.
    CreditMadison Shewmaker
  2. For Some Couples, Marrying on Super Bowl Weekend Is a Win

    First comes wedding cake. Then game-day margaritas.

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    CreditJose Berrio
  3. How to Call Off Your Wedding

    Along with the emotional turmoil, there are logistics to navigate. Here are tips on what to do next from people who have been through it.

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    CreditTatjana Prenzel
  4. These Wedding Vendors Get Paid to Work on Their Phones

    Brides and grooms are hiring content creators to film, edit footage and produce Instagram and TikTok posts with music, transitions and behind-the-scenes moments.

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    Lauren Ladouceur, a New York-based wedding content creator, likes to “step into the couple’s shoes” when posting to their social media accounts.
    CreditKay Elle Photography
  5. These Wedding Cakes Are Going to Great Lengths

    Why are receptions (and Instagram) increasingly filled with table-long confections?

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    CreditBliss Katherine

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Unhitched

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  1. After Their Divorce, She Was ‘Best Man’ at His Second Wedding

    “We were best friends before and we are better friends now,” said Mike Mitchell, a sheriff’s deputy in Indiana, of his ex-wife Marissa Mitchell.

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    CreditMelek Zertal
  2. After the Divorce, a Different Kind of Family

    This couple survived tragedies during their relationship, but they couldn’t overcome tight finances and a drinking problem. Today, their love “is like that of brother and sister.”

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    CreditMartin Nicolausson
  3. To Fix a Broken Marriage, an Experiment With Polyamory

    After 10 years together, a Bay Area couple opened their relationship. But contrasting sexual needs led to a permanent split.

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    CreditLiv Garber
  4. After a Painful Split, a Functioning Family

    Rebecca and Drew Kuntz say they have had a healthier relationship since their five-year marriage ended.

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    CreditJill Senft
  5. They Grew Apart, Then Became Close Again

    Trent and Denise Montagu never stopped caring for each other after their divorce. “I didn’t ever stop loving Trent,” she said “I stopped wanting to be in marriage with him, which is different.”

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    CreditJohn P. Dessereau

Self-Care

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  1. How to Meditate When You Can’t Sit Still

    Closing your eyes and focusing on breathing can be hard for those who are easily distracted. But it is possible.

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    CreditFrancesco Ciccolella
  2. Feeling Dismissed? How to Spot ‘Medical Gaslighting’ and What to Do About It.

    Experts share tips on advocating for yourself in a health care setting.

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    CreditLucy Jones
  3. Can’t Talk, I’m Busy Being Hot

    A social media movement inspired by the rapper Megan Thee Stallion strikes back at the gatekeepers of beauty.

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    CreditZeloot
  4. You Can’t Outrun Athletic Greens

    In the oversaturated world of wellness, the company has forced itself to the front with prolific podcast ads and a network of influencers.

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    After more than a decade in business, the powdered supplement company Athletic Greens is becoming a household name.
    CreditJon Premosch for The New York Times
  5. The Worst Foods and Drinks for Your Teeth

    When assessing how likely a given meal, snack or drink is to harm your dental health, there are two main things to consider, experts say.

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    CreditKelsey McClellan for The New York Times

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  2. A Thirst for the Irish

    Barry Keoghan, Paul Mescal and Cillian Murphy are among a crop of Irish hunks who have infused popular culture with big Irish energy.

    By Sadiba Hasan

     
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  4. Mini-Vows

    After a Breakup, A Bipartisan Union

    Jared Jones and Caroline Darmody’s political differences contributed to a split. Eventually they were able to appreciate all they had in common.

    By Vivian Ewing

     
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  8. Mini-Vows

    An Instant Crush Over Mashed Potatoes

    Luke Robinson was rendered nearly speechless as he grabbed takeout from Gustavo Lopes, whose first impression was a little less romantic.

    By Tammy LaGorce

     
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  10. Tell Us About Your Pandemic Relationship Regrets

    Some relationships that were fast-tracked by the pandemic are now marred by regrets. Did you move in together too soon? Got married mainly for the health insurance? We want to hear from you.

    By Sadiba Hasan

     
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