Why Vegas?

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I chose Vegas because I have always wanted to get married in Vegas. When I was in the 4th grade I saw a show on TV about the crazy weddings in Vegas. It showcased drive-thru weddings, Klingon weddings, and weddings with an Elvis impersonator. I decided then that I wanted to go to Vegas. It seemed like such a fun, laid back place to get married.

Brian and I also love casinos. I have gone to Mystic Lake in Minnesota many times with Brian, playing the slot machines, wandering the floor and people watching. I even took Brian to Atlantic City for his 22nd birthday. We have great memories of casinos: my winning $200 on a pull tab and drinking free coffee late into the night.

Announcement

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Guests do not have to feel required to come to Las Vegas. We are having reception in Minnesota on August 29th in order to enjoy this occasion with those people who do not have the time, money or desire to fly out to Las Vegas. We understand that people have other commitments and that a trip in this economy is a burden. I just wanted to say this so that no one feels badly if they can’t make it.

Wedding Date, Time and Place!

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Those are the magic numbers. At 5pm on the fifteenth of August, 2009 at the Wynn Hotel in Las Vegas, NV, I will be taking Alicia's hand in marriage.

Yep, we've officially decided!


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We'd debated all the options and this seems like the most sense.

As for the date, August seems the most convenient for everyone. Five o'clock allows everyone time to make it, even allowing for same day arrival of our guests. The fifteenth falls on a Saturday, which minimizes time off from work.

From what I've read and heard, the Wynn is the nicest possible place for us to begin our lives together. It is the newest Hotel/Casino on the Vegas strip and the reviews have been glowing.

Alicia and I hope to see as many of our loved ones that can make the trip to join us in the
celebration.

Certainly, there will be more information coming. For the time being, here's some essential information about the wedding venue:

Wynn Las Vegas
3131 Las Vegas Blvd S,
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(866) 221-5381‎
http://www.wynnlasvegas.com/