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There’s nothing we want more than a successful, upbeat wedding reception, so we put together a wedding planning checklist in . This reception starter checklist will help you get things rolling with planning the party of the year! Start here to create a list of goals so you can pace yourself and have a perfectly […]

Kelli and Zach’s love story started when they met at Cru’s Winter Conference in Denver in December of 2017. One of Zach’s best friends, Renick, was dating one of Kelli’s best friends, Rene, and so Renick introduced them. But their interactions there weren’t much more than just a “hi, nice to meet you”. Then that […]

A new 2020 trend that we saw explode when quarantine boredom hit, is creating short videos on social media. Some of these videos are challenges, dances, lip syncs, pranks, and wedding-inspired videos that have not been exempt! We are now seeing wedding day viral videos featuring bridesmaids, groomsmen, and the bride or groom. If you’re […]

The commitment couples vow to make on their wedding day is typically sealed (before the kiss of course) with each individual’s thoughts, hopes, and intentions for the future of their relationship. Traditional vows include the standard “… to have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in […]

Patti spent her last day as an Opp on May 20, 2020, when she married her best friend, Jonah. The couple chose a beautiful venue, Dooley Lodge Chapel, to host there micro wedding. The Chapel at Dooley lodge is an adorable quaint chapel located just outside of Branson, Missouri. It’s surrounded by beautiful trees and […]

Are you concerned about having kids at your wedding reception? Don’t fret! We have some pointer keeping the little ones entertained during your wedding! Here are our tips for hosting kid-friendly weddings in Springfield, MO! Tips for Hosting Kid-Friendly Weddings in Springfield Deciding – To Have Children or Not? Be sure to decide early on […]

Lighting your reception or ceremony space can add ambiance and make a wow statement when done well. Illuminating your venue walls or any draping you might have with up-lighting can have an impactful result on your reception and a low impact on your wallet. Having the right lighting not only will make your venue look […]

While 2020 gave us quite a few unexpected curveballs, many lucky couples were still blessed to be able to host the day of their dreams. 2020 weddings have come in all shapes in sizes, with varying regulations and adjustments to make these magical days quite a successful miracle. From micro weddings to massive ones (prior to […]

Some of the fun of being a part of a wedding is seeing all the photos after! Of course, for the bride and groom, you may be on pins and needles just waiting for that email with the photo gallery so you can find your favorites and start sharing them as much as possible. However, […]

Kaylee & Nate’s Love Story It all started in the small town of Bolivar, Missouri where Kaylee and Nate attended the same physical therapy program at Southwest Baptist University. What began as a friendship blossomed into a new and exciting relationship. Two years down the road, Nate surprised Kaylee with an architectural boat tour in […]