Maggie & John in Grand Rapids, OH

When John proposed to his girlfriend, Maggie, he used lots of candles, flowers, and champagne. Months later, as Maggie was planning the wedding, she thought it only right that their celebration include the same romantic elements to create an elegant, timeless event. The Bride Maggie Lisk, 23 The Groom John Decker, 24 The Date September 30 When Maggie and John started to plan their autumn nuptials without the help of a consultant, they didn’t realize how time consuming it would be. Luckily, they were surrounded by immensely creative women who were always willing to offer their ideas and abilities. “John and I were both so deeply involved in every single planning decision,” Maggie says, “and now we’re so grateful to be able to look back on all those moments.”

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