FAQs

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Why are you called Hummus and Goose? Who is Hummus? Who is Goose?

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This is a slightly complicated one. James is Hummus because when someone asked if he has ever had a nickname, he said Jamés (or James in Spanish) but he had his mouth full and it sounded like Hummus and it stuck. THB is Goose because she was having a bad day and James said "Talk to me, Goose" and then had to proceed to explain who Goose was (from Top Gun). When he explained that Goose was a sidekick who died and NOT Tom Cruise, THB retorted that she's the main character,Maverick and NOT the side character, Goose. And that stuck. But that's how nicknames go. They're never what you hope they would be.

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What should I wear?

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We don't have colors or themes and we know it can be hard to pack outfits when you're living out of a suitcase. Wear what makes you feel awesome and comfortable, as long as it's not white as this is a bridal color. If you want some guidance, we're doing our ceremony at sunset outdoors with a desert landscape so wear what you think looks great on you at golden hour for family photographs. We do recommend comfortable flat shoes since we'll be walking a little bit on a dirt trail to the ceremony spot and we'll be standing, no more than 30 minutes, to read our vows. We also recommend an outfit with room to grow for dinner and cake!

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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?

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Absolutely - just text us. (But we probably already know)

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Where do we have to be and when?

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On Wednesday, our wedding events begin with our ceremony at Lost Dutchman State Park - when you arrive, ask for the "Cholla" area. Please arrive at the Lost Dutchman at 3:45pm. The ceremony will begin at 4pm and run until about 4:30pm. Family photos will start right after the ceremony until 5:30, when guests can then depart for the Hidden House restaurant (or if necessary, this will be the time folks can pass by home in case outfit or shoe changes or pet feedings are needed). Please aim to arrive at Hidden House at 7pm. Cocktails and hors d'ouevres will be served at Hidden House from 7-7:30. Dinner will begin at 7:30pm and run until 10pm.

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You guys love the minimal lifestyle - do you even have a registry?

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We DO have a registry! We know we have some loved ones who will insist on sending us off with something for our married life and we will not say no to a gift but know that we have everything we need and want for the "settled" chapters of our lives. For gifts, if you must, we would love if you can contribute to either our adventure fund or our framed photo project. Otherwise, we would absolutely accept any Airbnb, Viator, GetYourGuide, United Airlines, or Marriott giftcards. If you're a more tangible person, we get that too - we would love and treasure forever anything that reminds us of you (like Rick's handmade cutting boards or Tracie's handsewn quilts <3 <3 ) To reiterate, gifts are entirely up to you - making the trek to see us and share in our day is the absolute best gift of all.

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I have questions about the Mini Adventure to Page

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See the Schedule tab for more information! Details around tour bookings and hotel blocks are forthcoming. Preliminary Itinerary: Friday, 29 November Drive to Page (with pitstops at Montezuma Castle and Sedona) Arrive in Page by afternoon If possible, sunset and stargazing at Horseshoe Bend Dinner in Page Saturday, 30 November Tour of Upper Antelope Canyon (90 minutes) If possible, Horseshoe Bend, if we didn't do it on Friday Lunch in Flagstaff or along Route 66 Arrive back in Gilbert by dinnertime

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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?

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Yes, there will be parking for the dinner reception at Hidden House. The ceremony is still TBD but Gilbert is a driving city so there'll certainly be parking.

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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?

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No, this will be BYOC - Bring Your Own Car

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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There are many hotels within all budget ranges between Chandler and Gilbert. We personally always stay at the Element Chandler (44 S Chandler Village Dr, Chandler, AZ 85226), since it's part of the Marriott family. We like their two room apartments for our usual nomadic/remote work lifestyle and it's near highways for easy access.