Wedding Ring Symbolism

Posted by Ann on May 29, 2011

A wedding is the start of a marriage. It is a way for a couple to declare their love and their intention to share their lives in front of their family, friends, and community. The entire ceremony is filled with symbolism designed to reflect the seriousness of the act and the commitment being made. This symbolism is physically represented by the exchange of rings.

More than the pronouncement of the officiant or the ritual kiss, the wedding rings are a lasting symbol of the couple’s commitment to their marriage. It doesn’t matter whether they exchange platinum, gold or tungsten wedding bands , the intent is the same. The rings remind the wearers of their role as husband or wife and of the love and commitment of the spouse who placed it on their finger. It is also a symbol to the rest of the world that the individual is in a committed marriage.

Traditional wedding lore suggests that a ring is the perfect symbol of love because it is a circle. It therefore has no beginning and no end and is unbroken. As such it represents both the love and the commitment of the bride and groom. Many couples will chose ring designs that include gemstones that add to the symbolism. A diamond usually suggests the eternal nature of the marriage, since diamonds are an enduring substance. Other wedding bands are decorated with religious symbols or engraved with words or phrases that are meaningful to the couple.

29May

DUI Attorneys Can Help

Posted by Ann on May 22, 2011

As summer approaches many states are instituting drunk driving campaigns . These programs are designed to both discourage driving under the influence and to catch more of those drivers who get behind the wheel while intoxicated. There is something about the summer that increases the number of drunk driving accidents and city and county law enforcement officers around the country will be out in force setting up check points and watching for impaired drivers.

While these campaigns may make harsh claims about the penalties imposed on those caught driving drunk, there are a number of circumstances that can affect a DUI conviction. A good lawyer with experience in DUI cases can help anyone who has been arrested on a DUI charge. It is, however, important to get a local attorney. A Clark County DUI Attorney is going to be invaluable for those arrested in Clark County, but useless to someone arrested on the other side of the state line.

DUI attorneys understand the nuances of the laws in their jurisdiction. They can call on local experts to testify and will even be able to identify if an arrest was legally sound or should be thrown out. They can advise clients on what the various alcohol tests mean and what statements they should and should not make on the record to law enforcement. They will have relationships with prosecutors and judges that can help guide decisions about plea bargaining or sentencing.

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22May

Advanced Degrees & Financial Success

Posted by Ann on May 15, 2011

Money isn’t everything and maybe greed isn’t good, but most people still measure success in their careers by how high their salary is and whether it continues to rise over the years as they move up in importance within their field. It used to be that a long career could be based on experience and loyalty to a specific company . If a worker stayed in a corporation long enough, he or she would advance up the promotion ladder, earning larger and larger salaries and eventually receiving regular bonuses and perks.

That business model is all but gone. The evolution of the global economy and the willingness of workers to transfer to other offices or switch employers all together has made the job market a much more fluid environment. It is no longer guaranteed that companies will promote from within, especially if there are educated and experienced candidates from the outside willing to join the organization. This is one of the main reasons that education, especially advanced degrees, has become so important in achieving career advancement and the financial success that comes with it.

Sure, there are some bootstrap success stories out there. People who never finished college and end up running some of the world’s largest companies. These individuals remain the exception. Even in the traditionally independent environment of Wall Street stock trades and investment management, people are taking the time to earn their masters in finance online in order to qualify for promotions or prepare themselves to switch to a different firm.This applies to fields as diverse as law enforcement, advertising, and education. Getting a masters or doctorate can unlock better career opportunities and much higher salaries.

15May