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Summer Potluck Brand-shoot

So here’s a fun fact…for the past three years, I have worked seasonally at Third Day Markets greenhouse where I would make sure all of the plants and flowers were happy and healthy. After spending so many months in that greenhouse…I started to think “this would be the PERFECT location for an intimate event.” And so when I created Wooded Wilds Events, I started dreaming and scheming…

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Millsaps Wedding

I could not imagine a better way to kick off the spring season. Last month, I had the honor of attending the Lovill House Sip & See. There is SO much I love about this venue. How they fully embrace the Appalachian culture, how they prioritize sustainability, the history and character this Bed & Breakfast holds within these walls, I could go on and on…

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The Lovill House Sip & See Event

I could not imagine a better way to kick off the spring season. Last month, I had the honor of attending the Lovill House Sip & See. There is SO much I love about this venue. How they fully embrace the Appalachian culture, how they prioritize sustainability, the history and character this Bed & Breakfast holds within these walls, I could go on and on…

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Hands-down Best Decision Ever…

Joining HCEP was hands-down THE best decision I could have made for myself as a newbie in the Wedding Industry. They have been my biggest cheerleaders and an incredible source of support and encouragement as a new Wedding Planner here in the High Country.

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Western NC / TN Venue Highlights!

I remember I couldn’t wait until all the backend tasks were finished when building this business from the ground up. Creating an LLC, starting up a small business bank account, building out my contracts, getting insured, all the boring tasks that I had little to no interest in…BUT I DID IT! And now it’s time for the fun stuff…

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Welcome!

Holy cow…this is actually happening. A few months ago, I found myself pondering what my future would look like while thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (a 2,652 mile trail that stretches from Canada to Mexico). I kept trying to envision what my life would look for me once this crazy adventure was over. You see…I have basically been a professional dreamer and schemer since 2020…when COVID hit…

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