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Navigating Banking As A New Couple

Navigating Banking As A New Couple Article Courtesy of ANB (Amarillo National Bank) Newly-weds, meet  ANB - the Brazos Valley bank that will walk with you and your partner through all of life's transitions! ANB is proud to be the largest family-owned bank in the nation. Founded in 1892, cattleman … [Read more...]

Price Is What You Pay, Value Is What You Get

Price Is What You Pay, Value Is What You Get Article by | Kelley Austin, Couples Travel Concierge at Cruise Planners As a Couples Travel Concierge I’m often asked “why should I use a travel agent?” Although I could give a long list of reasons, it all boils down to this – time, money, and … [Read more...]

Mortgage Rates Affect Your Monthly Payment and Your Buying Power

Mortgage Rates Affect Your Monthly Payment and Your Buying Power Article Courtesy of | Jen Zweiacker, Founder of Zweiacker & Associates Congratulations on your upcoming wedding and your exciting new life together! As many couples enter into this phase of their lives, the focus moves towards … [Read more...]

Weddings Reimagined by Party Time Rentals

Weddings Reimagined Article by Party Time Rentals, Photos by The Bird and Bear Photography It comes as no surprise, that just like every other aspect of our lives, the COVID-19 Crisis brought the wedding industry perhaps the most radical wedding shifts we’ve seen in a century. Gone are the … [Read more...]

The Step By Step Guide to Planning the Perfect Bridal Shower

The Step By Step Guide to Planning the Perfect Bridal Shower Article By | Hannah Holbrook So your bestie just got engaged. Once the celebratory confetti settles, you’ll realize that you’ve gone from best friend to event planner overnight. If that sends pangs of fear and excitement through your … [Read more...]

Real Brazos Valley Love Stories: Alex & Carl

Alex + Carl Wedding Date | June 27th, 2020 Alex and Carl met during their senior year at Texas A&M and after initially trying to deny it, quickly fell in love. Following 2 years of dating and a Hawaiian engagement, the couple began planning a big traditional summer wedding. Just 3 months … [Read more...]

Customizing Your Wedding Style

CUSTOMIZING Your Wedding Style Article by | Hannah Holbrook Every couple has a unique story and style. Your wedding day is likely the first large event you will plan with your significant other – and it should be a reflection of who the two of you are as a couple. If you and your spouse-to-be … [Read more...]

Simply Toasted Styled Shoot

Simply Toasted Styled Shoot Submitted by Hayden Jordan Photography Re-create this look… Crème colored roses and soft greenery Geometrical, gold accents Beige and blush pampas grass Antique rugs Balloon archway Clean, versatile venue Industrial backdrop Woven … [Read more...]

Wedding Style Profile: Tradition & Elegance

Wedding Style Profile: Tradition & Elegance This elegant shoot at the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center is sure to woo any couple that bleeds maroon. Natural light, touches of tradition, and Kyle Field looming in the background will have Aggie brides WHOOPING down the aisle into … [Read more...]

Jen’s Advice to Newlyweds About Home Buying

Jen's Advice to Newlyweds About Home Buying Article + Photos Courtesy of | Jen Zweiacker of Zweiacker & Associates Dear Jen, My name is Kelsey, and this fall I'll marry my best friend and the love of my life, Trent. I have dreamed of my wedding day since I was a little girl... the dress, … [Read more...]

Roles & Responsibilities Of The Bridal Party

Roles & Responsibilities Of The Bridal Party Article by Hannah Holbrook | Photos by Ashley Gillen Photography Check out these lists describing traditional roles to help you create a "responsibilities outline" for your wedding! THE BRIDE Leading up to the wedding day Plans the ceremony … [Read more...]

4 Lies Everyone Believes About Weddings

4 Lies Everyone Believes About Weddings Article By | Rachel Cruze, Ramsey Solutions Everyone has high expectations of what their wedding day will look like. A lot of that comes from the status quo we’ve been sold for decades: Saying yes to the perfect dress, an Instagram-worthy venue, and the most … [Read more...]

Apps & Resources That Simplify Wedding Planning

Apps & Resources That Simplify Wedding Planning Article By | Lizzie West Planning a wedding can be overwhelming - to say the least. And if you aren’t choosing to use a professional wedding planner, it is hard to keep everything from going off the rails. Here are several Apps and Resources to … [Read more...]

Coping With Grief And Post-Wedding Depression

Coping With Grief And Post-Wedding Depression Article by | Jess Rios, L.P.C. Intern, Under the Supervision of P. Jeremy Drew, LPC-S of Oakwood Roots Dear COVID Bride, Did you have to postpone your wedding? Did your wedding not turn out half as what you envisioned it would be? Did COVID come … [Read more...]

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