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Of course, I didnt originally intend to have a whirlwind wedding timeline.

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Luckily, our parents thought it was a great idea, too.
My parents, my brother, and his girlfriend were on standby to book flights out from California.
With our family, photographer, and officiant on board, it was time to get planning.

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While Livwasinvolved in all the decision-making, she allowed me to take the reins.
Soon, I was on a daily deep dive into every private dining room available in Manhattan.
I reached out and learned we could have a three-course family-style lunch complete with personalized menus and dedicated staff.

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(Top tip: Keeping florals small and seasonal is particularly helpful when working on a short timeline.)
Trying on dresses was like therapy for the both of us.
(Plus, of course, we got extremely excited over envisioning Liv and my upcoming nuptials.)

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We also rented jewelry fromVerstoloto cut down on costs of our accessories.
Of course, shipping over the holidays on a short timeline isnt always a safe bet.
Olivia was able to check that our rings would arrive in time with our wedding date inscribed inside.

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The final task on our wedding planning checklist?
(Margot Robbie with Veronica Lake-worthy waves, in case you were wondering.)
(Clearly, pulling things together in the nick of time is our specialty.)

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(I had to shout a hello from the shower.)
Walking through the snowy park wearing a veil was an experience Ill never forget.
(Some people even filmed usbut dont worry, they were smiling tourists.)

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There was no greater feeling than walking into the room with everyone there.
As I hugged my parents and began tearing up, it all began to hit me.
After about 20 minutes, we decided it was time to tie the knot.

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Then, it was time to recite our vows.
We exchanged our rings and Mark pronounced us sweethearts for life.
Lunch followed and it just felt like the happiest, most delicious holiday meal.

Photo: Corbin Gurkin Photography

Photo: Corbin Gurkin Photography

Photo: Corbin Gurkin Photography

Photo: Corbin Gurkin Photography

Photo: Corbin Gurkin Photography

Photo: Corbin Gurkin Photography

Photo: Corbin Gurkin Photography

Photo: Corbin Gurkin Photography