This month's cover features a beautiful Hispanic wedding with many symbols. The title, “And the Two Become One,” showcases World Marriage Day, February 9, 2025. Hispanic weddings use many symbols, including a lasso, kneeling pillows, a mantilla veil, and a bouquet of flow-ers. El Lazo A silk cord or rosary is draped around the couple's shoulders in a figure-eight shape. This symbolizes the couple's eternal bond and new life together. Los padrinos and las madrinas are also significant sponsors who take part in important parts of the ceremony. On behalf of Latino Lubbock Magazine, Happy Valentine's Day y Feliz Día de San Valentín!