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Why Venues & Planners Make A Great Team
Rebecca Pope Rebecca Pope

Why Venues & Planners Make A Great Team

We know venue managers usually have a lot of experience working with couples to help them plan their weddings. However, many venue teams find that they don't always have the time or resources to provide the level of support that some couples need. This is where a wedding planner can be an invaluable addition to the team.

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What I Learned in Four Years Of Business
Rebecca Pope Rebecca Pope

What I Learned in Four Years Of Business

What have I learned over the last four years in business? Woof, where to begin? I love on my couples, partners and peers and my business wouldn't be what it is today without them…

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What Can Mom Do To Help?
Rebecca Pope Rebecca Pope

What Can Mom Do To Help?

So mom wants to help you in your wedding planning… great! Here are some recommendations for getting her or any other loved one involved in manageable and productive ways.

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5 Things To Expect From Your Wedding Officiant
Rebecca Pope Rebecca Pope

5 Things To Expect From Your Wedding Officiant

There’s a lot that goes into being a great wedding officiant and it takes some education to figure out what your best fit looks like. I recommend being intentional and transparent about your questions and expectations for your wedding officiant.

The following is my philosophy as a wedding officiant who has married hundreds of couples and consulted for many non-professional friend/family officiants.

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When should you do premarital counseling?
Rebecca Pope Rebecca Pope

When should you do premarital counseling?

In my training through the Gottman Institute and experience and research in the wedding industry, I have found a few answers to the question, “when should I do premarital counseling?” and they might surprise you.

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Hygge Your Home Office
Rebecca Pope Rebecca Pope

Hygge Your Home Office

In the spirit of hygge, I’m sharing my tips on curating a cozy home office for all your work-and play-from home desires!

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How to Get Married in Chicago RIGHT NOW
Rebecca Pope Rebecca Pope

How to Get Married in Chicago RIGHT NOW

Everything you need to know to get married in Chicago right now. From Chicago Officiant rules to the Cook County Marriage License and Certificate to the legal requirements of a Chicago wedding ceremony.

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How To Ask A Loved One To Officiate Your Wedding
Rebecca Pope Rebecca Pope

How To Ask A Loved One To Officiate Your Wedding

Choosing your officiant for your wedding can sometimes feel like an impossible task. In your mind, you have a dream friend or relative that you want to officiate, but they’ve never done it before and you’re scared to ask.  Or, maybe,  you’re not scared to ask, but you just have no idea how to ask.

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With Love from Andersonville
Rebecca Pope Rebecca Pope

With Love from Andersonville

Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

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