FAQs
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Will there be alcohol?
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No. No alcohol will be served, and there is also no "BYOB." If there is anyone that comes with alcohol it will be disposed of, and if anyone comes intoxicated, they will be escorted off the premises. Please respect our decision.
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Is smoking allowed?
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There will be a designated area for smoking. There will be no smoking in the reception area, or during the ceremony. Vapes and e-cigarettes included.
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Will there be bathrooms?
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Yes, there will be four fully functional bathrooms located at the back of the cottage.
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Is it handicapped friendly/accessible?
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There will be a golf-cart with a driver to help carry those who need help getting from the reception area to the ceremony, or to the bathrooms. There are special tables that are raised in case a wheelchair needs to go underneath it. But, the ceremony is outside and in an area that will be difficult for wheelchairs to get to.
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Will the Reception/Ceremony be held outside?
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The ceremony is outside, the reception will be inside.
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What will the weather be like?
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It's Texas, the weather is very unpredictable. Be prepared for cool weather, but make sure that your outfit will allow you to be comfortable in the warmth of the setting sun, in case the weather is 70 degrees or higher.
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Can we throw confetti/rice?
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No. Confetti will be provided, it will be made out of shredded leaves that are biodegradable. No confetti is allowed, no artificial flower petals, or balloons. We don't want to pollute our venue. We also don't want to harm any of the wildlife in the area by throwing rice.
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What should I wear?
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The color schemes are shades of purple or green. Please dress in semi-formal or business-casual attire, and out of the respect of our guests, please try not to dress in clothes that are overly revealing. There will be children present.
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What happens after the ceremony?
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There will be a small break while the bride and groom step away to have a photoshoot with the photographer. In this time the guests can move to the reception area and begin to associate while the food is being prepared to be laid out.
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Can I bring my children?
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As long as the child is old enough to sit quietly and not cause a disruption during the ceremony.
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Can I take photos during the ceremony?
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Absolutely not. We have paid for a professional photographer, and they are happy to share our photos with you. Please do not ruin those by having your own camera or cellphone out. Thank you.
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Where is the reception taking place?
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The ceremony and reception will be held on the same property. The Ceremony will be out in a separate area, in the open. The reception will be held in a refurbished barn, with plenty of tables and chairs, and a patio to sit in. The doors will be open for guests to come in and out of.
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What should I do if I can't attend?
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Please let us know as soon as possible! You will be sorely missed, but we will have to plan accordingly. Please mark "no" on your RSVP and send it back as soon as possible. Thank you for your love and support.
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Where should I park/ Is parking free?
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Parking is free and provided, and there will be parking attendants to guide you to a good parking space. There will also be signs to direct you down the driveway and around the reception area.
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Can I bring a date?
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We have a strict guest list because of our budget. If you have a guest or plus one that you want to bring with you, make sure that that is cleared by the bride and maids-of-honor to make sure that your date is on the guest list. If they are not, please respect the bride and groom's budget and do not bring them.