#314: parks.

orcutt ranch

there's something sweet, innocent, and beautiful about open parks. i've looked at countless 'real weddings' held in parks and know that exquisite affairs are more than possible in (what is quite often) such an affordable space.

but would it be possible for a 125-person guest list? and would our guests who are in their 50's and 60's be comfortable? and what would be our rain contingency plan? and where would everyone dance? and what about the sound system? what about privacy? what about lighting? what about all the permits? what about serving alcohol?

the fiance and i have talked about researching parks for our reception and ultimately decided against it. we are not confident we could pull it off in the way we'd like.

we agreed that at the end of the day, the budget is important...but so is entertaining and the comfort of our guests.

not to mention our sanity. i'll be the first to admit that coordinating from WAY scratch...would be a daunting task for someone like me.