Weddings — The Good Men Project

Dangerous Proposals: Don’t Try These at Home

Whether you are planning a proposal or just want the shock value of some unfortunate mishaps, this article will provide just what you need!

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What Our (Straight, Married) Best Man Taught Me About the Value of Family

May 24, 2013 by Justin Cascio Leave a Comment

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A best man supports the marriage of his friends, long after the reception.

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Say Yes to the Best

May 23, 2013 by John Paschal Leave a Comment

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John Paschal’s ideal best man has evolved over time to reflect his maturing values.

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A Better Man

May 22, 2013 by Nathan Loewen Leave a Comment

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The first time a friend asked him to be best man at his wedding, Nathan Loewen wasn’t the best man he could be.

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The Best Man Money Could Buy

May 21, 2013 by The Good Life @ GMP Leave a Comment

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Ernie R writes to The Good Life of two best men: his own, and himself.

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A Threat and a Promise

April 23, 2013 by Chuck Ross 5 Comments

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Pro tip from a waiter: don’t enlist the staff in your wedding proposal. But if you do, do it right.

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The Nearly-Weds

February 23, 2013 by Donald D'Haene Leave a Comment

Donald and Maurice come close to tying the knot.

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She’s the One

February 10, 2013 by Tom Matlack 56 Comments

Tom Matlack talks to married men to find out when they knew their wife was “the one.”

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How to Buy an Engagement Ring for Your Girlfriend, James Bond Style

December 30, 2012 by Gabriel Nelson 8 Comments

Perfect the moment you ask her to marry you, by choosing a ring that fits.

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Opposites Attract, to a Point

December 15, 2012 by Jerry Brennan 2 Comments

A longtime bachelor finds love and marriage don’t always arrive as planned.

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Why Do Men Marry at All?

December 5, 2012 by Tim Brown 15 Comments

Tim Brown thinks of four reasons why he would even consider marriage.

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How to Ask for Money for Your Wedding

November 17, 2012 by Albert Okagbue 12 Comments

Tips for newly engaged couples on asking friends and family to contribute.

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Your Wedding, Your Life

November 16, 2012 by Gint Aras 4 Comments

The greatest threat to marital peace is a set of unrealistic expectations, demands which may reach an early climax in the wedding ceremony.

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Advice to the Young on Their Wedding Day

November 15, 2012 by Patrick Caneday 12 Comments

A “short” speech on marriage is an impossible task; like a “quick” hike up Mt. Everest. But when your brother asks, tell him what you know.

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Blueprint Proposal’s Guide to Proposing in NYC on a Budget

November 14, 2012 by Erin Mavian and Kym Pitlor Leave a Comment

How to make the moment she says “I do” last forever.

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The Wedding Cake Topper

November 13, 2012 by William Lucas Walker Leave a Comment

Bill and Kelly’s community made sure their family enjoyed every benefit of marriage, starting with a wedding.

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Can You Afford to Let Your Family Pay for Your Wedding?

November 12, 2012 by Albert Okagbue 22 Comments

Can you afford not to?

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The Scoop on Ben & Jerry’s Latest Campaign

Ben Cohen, the first half of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, was at Union Station in Washington on Tuesday to literally give cash away. These were no ordinary bills, though.

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13-Year-Old’s Football Invention May Save Lives

Ryan Beck won third place at the California State Science Fair with a football helmet that could reduce sports-related brain injuries in pros and teens alike.

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Australia’s Army Chief Takes a Firm Stance Against Sexual Misconduct

Ladies and Gentlemen; this is called, “Taking a Stand.”

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Sergio Vieira de Mello ‘A Complicated Hero’ (TEDTalks VIDEO)

Political Scientist Samantha Power tells the story of a complicated hero, Sergio Vieira de Mello.

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Facing the Reality of Men Who’ve Been Raped By Women

An article in The Atlantic exposes the reality of male survivors who’ve been assaulted by females, including Don Draper, the main character in the show Mad Men.

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