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November 18, 2017 • Cuero, TX • Engaged for 1 year and 6 monthsPhotos by Sande Bilton

Colors: Purple, lavender, plum, cream, silver and gold

Ceremony & reception: The Venue on Church Street, Cuero, TX 250 Guests

Rehearsal dinner: Colony Creek Clubhouse in Victoria, TX 60 Guests

Wedding planner: Summer Brooks

Photographer: Sande Bilton

Invitations: UPS Store in Victoria, TX

Dress: All About the Dress; David Tutera

Tuxes: All About the Dress

Wedding rings: Torin Bales

Jewelry and accessories: Kendra Scott earrings and bracelets

Bridesmaid dresses: All About the Dress

Hair and makeup: Jackie LeJune

Makeup: Avery Greene

Flowers: Kurt and Company

Decorations and Rentals: Kurt and Company

Caterer: Werner's Catering from Shiner, TX

Cake: Love Bird Cakes, Cindy Bird

Entertainment: DJ Versus; Joey Vaughan

First dance song: "Who I Am With You" by Chris Young

Father-daughter dance song: "Little Girl" by Tim McGraw

Mother-groom dance song: "Don't Blink" by Kenny Chesney

Wedding night lodging: Fairfield Inn & Suites in Cuero, TX

Wedding favors: Mints and koozies

Bridal party gifts: Bridesmaids: robes, jewelry, personalized cups; groomsmen: personalized RTIC cups, beer monogrammed socks, and personalized beer bottle opener.

Registry: Amazon.com and Bed, Bath & Beyond

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How we met: We always used to hang out in high school. Mark messaged me on Facebook one day and ever since we have been inseparable.

The proposal: Mark planned a trip to Cabo, Mexico. He proposed in front of everyone at the resort while we were outside by the pool. It was so beautiful.

Favorite detail: Bride: Giving Mark a gift before the ceremony while we were getting ready. I included a note also. Groom: The whole wedding was unique, from exchanging gifts to having a signature shot.

Favorite moment: Bride: Getting to have one last dance as husband and wife before our send off. Groom: Seeing Shelbey walking down the aisle. When I heard her song come on I got choked up, then seeing her I lost it all.

Biggest challenge: Bride: Staying clear from the guys and Mark before the ceremony. It was very hard not to go downstairs and give him a hug and kiss before. Groom: Trying not to mess up the vows. I was so nervous the whole time and almost couldn't hear everything.

Funniest moment: Bride: When I "iced" Mark with a Smirnoff during the garter toss. Groom: Probably when I got "iced" by Shelbey during the garter toss.

If you could do one thing over: Bride: Nothing. Everything went so perfect and it was everything I had ever dreamed of. Groom: Get a videographer.

One piece of advice: Bride: No matter what, kiss and hug every night. Make up if y'all are fighting and never go to bed mad at one another. Groom: Don't ever go to bed mad at each other.

What marriage means to you: Bride: Marriage is a symbol of a relationship between two people who truly love one another and have compassion for each other. This is what I have and will always have for Mark. Groom: Because I love Shelbey, the day I asked her to be my girlfriend was the day I knew I wanted her in my life forever.

How to make your spouse happy: Bride: Listen, even when they are venting. Always talk things out. Groom: She's always right.

What you look forward to most: Bride: Growing a family and being able to grow old with my best friend. Groom: I can't wait to have a family and do the big things in life: build a house, raise kids, etc.

More advice for couples: Bride: Always talk things out. Fighting is the one thing we hardly ever do because we always talk things over if we have a disagreement. Groom: Listen to her and always compromise on things you can't agree on.