We've written about how the state of California granted the right to marry to all its citizens a couple of weeks ago. We're not so sure, however, that dashing over there to get married (and thus blessing the state with all the revenues generated by your festivities) is such a good idea. There has been more back-and-forth-ing on this issue in California than there has been in any state in the union, and it's not over yet.
In November, California voters get to vote on an amendment to their state constitution which would render gay marriage illegal. Again. And if this happens, no one knows whether any marriages which occurred between June and November will still be legal. While polls indicate that Californian citizens are increasingly in support of gay marriage, you simply can't predict these things. Who knows which way the vote will go?
So, if you and your same-sex sweetie are having California dreams of a Big White Wedding, perhaps you'd best hold off until after November.
What's in a name?
Dress of the day: Anastasia by Maggie Sottero
Unusual wedding cakes from Dragons and Daffodils
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Jul 6th 2008 @ 5:09AM
Heather Kotok said...
Same Sex Marriage Ceremonies can be planned regardless of the law as Committment Ceremonies will happen with or with out the State recognizing them. Have been going on for years. If couples want to make an outward statement to their friends and family of their love and unity they will do it weather it is recognised by a govenment or someone elses religious beliefs or not. Planning your wedding does not need to be based on someone elses recognition of your love. Plan if this is what you like, have ceremony and live your life if this is your wish.
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