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A behind the scenes look at life as a wedding venue owner as well as advice and tips on planning your wedding ceremony and reception.
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Chic Summer Wedding at Willow Creek
Ah, summer weddings! The season of sunshine, blooming flowers, and love floating in the air. And when you throw in a venue like ours,...

Maritza
Apr 23, 20231 min read
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Jewel Toned Autumn Wedding near Omaha
From the lush, saturated hues to the crisp autumn air, every detail in this October wedding was meticulously planned to create a...

Maritza
Feb 10, 20232 min read
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7 Things You Must Consider When Picking Out A Wedding Venue
Photo by Brian Paul Mallik Photography While there are many elements of a wedding that can be easily added or mixed depending on the...

Maritza
Dec 6, 20224 min read
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Fall Weddings in Iowa and Nebraska
Changing colors. Football. Hot chocolate. Pumpkins. Flannel. S'mores. These are all great things that go hand in hand with fall, but...

Maritza
Jul 12, 20222 min read
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How to Embrace Bad Weather on your Wedding Day
Plan for the weather to be terrible on your wedding day. What on earth did I just say??? You read that correct, plan for the worst and...

Shane
Apr 6, 20222 min read
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Guide to Getting Your Marriage License in Iowa - And What Happens After
Are you getting married in Iowa and want to make sure it's done correctly? Obtaining your marriage license if you live in a different...

Maritza
Mar 14, 20222 min read
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Why You should have a Friday or Sunday (or weekday!) Wedding
You've found the perfect venue for your wedding, but unfortunately there are no more Saturdays available on their calendar. You're...

Maritza
Feb 24, 20224 min read
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Dogs at your wedding: Best practices for doing it well
You love your dog like family and couldn't imagine celebrating your wedding day without them. But where do you even start with planning...

Maritza
Feb 15, 20222 min read
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The Face Behind the Lens
When you get married and have kids, your focus shifts from yourself to them. If you’re anything like me, you are always snapping...

Maritza
Feb 8, 20228 min read
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Choosing a Photographer for your Wedding
Getting married is a once in a lifetime moment. It might be tempting to take your own pictures or ask a close friend to take them, but...

Maritza
Feb 1, 20223 min read
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Which is Better for Your Wedding: Plated Menu or Buffet?
When planning a wedding menu, there are many things to consider. But just as important as choosing the food is determining how it is...

Maritza
Jan 11, 20222 min read
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How to Choose a Wedding Planner That Fits Your Style
Finding a wedding planner that fits your style doesn't have to be a challenging endeavor. Of course, you want one who's experienced and...

Maritza
Jan 4, 20222 min read
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Into the Wild
I have a type A personality all day long, every day. It's a blessing and a curse all wrapped into one. I have an unrelenting drive to...

Shane
Jan 3, 20222 min read
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From Bachelor to Married with Children: My Story as a wedding Venue Owner
Last night I was texting with an old high school friend about our kids. After our conversation I began to reflect back on the beginning...

Shane
Dec 23, 20212 min read
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