Elizabeth & Ryan in Falfurrias, TX

Elizabeth Bowman never guessed that a bad hair day could turn out so well. Elizabeth was getting ready to head out to a rodeo barbecue cook-off when her straightening iron gave out. Since they were already running late, Elizabeth’s boyfriend Ryan Clampitt, suggested Elizabeth simply wear her cowboy hat. She moodily acquiesced, and just as she was turning around to pick up her hat, she saw something sparkly and Ryan on one knee. The Bride Elizabeth Bowman, 27 The Groom Ryan Clampitt, 31 The Date April 23 With the help of Elizabeth's mother, the couple soon began planning a weekend party at the bride's family ranch in Falfurrias.

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