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33 NORTHEAST TEXAS ANNOUNCEMENTS
4...................... .Jody Duke + Chester Reed Wertz 5...................... .Crystal Zapata + Daniel Carbajal 6...................... .Mary Catherine Damon + Ryan Alford 8...................... .Kelsi Hudson + Leighton Jahr 10................... .Jesi Danna + Seth Cashion 11................... .Evan Molnar + Matt Farina 12................... .Brittany Thistle + Aaron Leonard 13................... .Brandi Whittle + Dereck Yagle 15................... .Zoe Phipps + Jacob Cashwell 16................... .Kayleigh Beggs + Clay Pierce 17................... .Kayla Morris + Kobe Doolittle 18................... .Kimberly Reagh + Mark Bruce 19................... .Cassandra Meissiner + Braden Karnes 20................... .Samantha Smelley + Chance Asquith 22................... .Leslie Hodges + Dicki McFarland 25................... .Dorothy Swanson + Kendon Womack 26................... .Brittney Flores + David Loe 29................... .Collandra Bell + Jarred Allison 31................... .Angelina Mitchell + Brayden Hunt
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The store offers everything from shirts, blazers, and outerwear
play a role in making that vision come to life with ease when it comes to choosing the men’s attire,” says Hagan. No matter what you're shopping for, whether it's a tux and tie or a stylish new dog collar (yes, they do sell them!), Miller's Point
welcomes everyone into their doors and prides themselves on 33 fostering relationships with each of their customers. They have cultivated an environment where people feel comfortable and leave feeling confident regardless of what they came in for. It’s about creating an experience, not selling a product. Clients will always be treated with the utmost respect. “We believe in our products and take pride in the integrity of everything we stand for. We will go to great lengths to make sure client’s needs are met in a way that is comfortable and suitable for them,” Bo says. “We want our customers to feel like family when they walk out the door.”
to cufflinks, key fobs, and pocket squares. They also offer tuxedo
Miller's Point has two brick and mortar stores, as well as an
rentals for the groom and groomsmen, trendy and unique neckwear,
online presence and is quickly becoming a household Southern
and a personalized experience for every couple. Hagan Patterson,
name. Future wedded couples are always welcome to stop by the
Tyler Store Manager, says that their main goal is to make the
stores, as there is no set time for booking, but they do suggest
shopping experience as easy and seamless as possible, so that the
reserving attire two to three weeks before the wedding.
bride and groom are confident that their needs are met. “Our team
Whatever you're planning for – whether it be a wedding, an
truly understands the wedding vision and we know how much
office party, or a weekend hunt with your furry friend – Miller's
goes into that vision for each couple. A wedding should be one
Point has what you need to look and feel your best. Now that's a
of the happiest days of a couple’s life and our hope is that we can
point well taken!
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From Monday at the office to a weekend near the river, Miller's Point has your attire covered. This Southern men’s lifestyle brand boasts high quality, fashion and durability at a moderate price. Their stores were created and strategically placed to meet a need for an upscale men’s clothier in East Texas. They cater to brand conscious young professional males and the women who shop for them, and they pride themselves on Southern hospitality and creating an unmatched customer experience. “Our goal is for our customers to leave our stores feeling confident and pleased with their investment,” says Bo Miller, CEO for Miller's Point.
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engagements, bridals, videography, wedding
stretches far beyond the camera. From the
first professional camera and decided she
day coverage, and more. “Farrah Nichole
day you meet Farrah to the day she delivers
not only wanted to document other people's
Photography is without the limitations of a
the wedding album, she is in constant
special moments, but her own. “At that time,
studio - it’s so much more.
contact, answering questions you may have,
I was a mother to a four year old and I wanted to capture every single moment to preserve the precious, unguarded milestones of her growing.” As the budding professional continued her work within the photography world, Farrah received several requests to cover weddings and shot her first wedding in March of 2014. “I instantly knew that I loved the challenge, the whirlwind that each wedding is, which keeps me invigorated with what I do.” And as much as she loved shooting weddings, she fell even more in love with the couples, gaining clients as well as friends. “I love
getting to know you and your significant
“I STRIVE FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY TO BE UNIQUE IN ITSELF AND I WANT TO CAPTURE EVERY ASPECT OF THE FIRST DAY OF THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.”
getting to witness people falling in love and
other. “There is much more to your forever
day then me simply being your photographer 35 or videographer, I recognize just how important it is not to miss those precious, unguarded moments in a person’s life, and I will take the time to capture these.” Farrah offers a timeline helper to help couples get organized, a wedding questionnaire to help her learn more about your wedding day, and she digs deep to find what it is you really desire for your special day. Farrah Nichole Photography books up to two years in advance and offers photo packages as well as prints, gallery canvas,
seeing the pure joy on their faces as I gift
Every shoot with me is designed to be an
them memories that will last a lifetime. It's
event in itself, with expressions, emotions and
When working with Farrah, you can not
truly special to be able to capture a love
personalities being captured spontaneously
only rest assured that she has your back, but
story, from the engagement to the bridals to
in natural light. There is no posing for the
that it is her joyful intent to give you the gift
the wedding day and beyond.”
camera with forced smiles. I prefer to capture
of memories you can cherish and share for
people as they really are, in moments of joy,
generations to come.
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HE ASKED, AND SHE SAID
stories that touch the heart and inspire
2018. I had gotten my nails done that day (and all my girls said AMEN!), with some
Taco Tuesday/game night, but little did we know that it would be the beginning of such a crazy, yet beautiful ride. That year, we dated for a few short months from September 1 – November 21. Korey had ventured off to Columbus to attend Texas
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of my sisters, my mom, and my boss (who doubles as a super close friend of mine). We had a ladies' bible study that night, so I just assumed that we were enjoying our girls' night out. I had NO idea that they were all helping Korey with his master plan! After we got home from the bible study, I walked
Bible Institute, which was about 5 hours away from where I lived. The distance was
worked as a special needs aid at a school
around the back of our house and saw the
definitely tough for our new relationship
nearby, and was active at The Way Bible
love of my life standing across the deck,
and we ended up parting ways. After we
Church (where he is now the Youth Pastor)
which was lined in lights and sunflowers -
broke up, we didn't stay in contact much at
here in Sulphur Springs, TX. I had a full-time
my favorite! His perfect plan went, well,
all. During our time apart, there was much
job and attempted to keep up my social
perfectly! I said “YES!” and it’s been a
that we accomplished and grew through
status. Truthfully, we both had very different
whirlwind since. We’re more than excited
individually that made us into the people we
outlooks on life during this time.
and I cannot wait to spend the rest of my life
are today. Korey went through bible school,
I can easily say that we took the long way around when it came to crossing paths again. We finally got back in touch at the end of 2017 after a very hard year on my end. I decided to start attending church with Korey. I didn't want to admit it to other people at the time, but I needed Korey (and Jesus) more than I could have ever imagined. It wasn't but five months after we started dating again when that sweet man of mine decided that it was time to ask those four beautiful words that every girl dreams of hearing: “Will you marry me?” on June 14,
with my forever love!
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My fiance David Fountain and I
David took me through the fence
have been together for four and a
into the front yard and stopped before
half years. Our path to engagement
the steps of the cabin. He then turned
started during high school when
toward me, the sunset over the hills,
I would take him along the back
and tells me how beautiful it is and
roads of my childhood home. During
touches my cheek. He then got down
our trips, there was this place that
on one knee and asked me to marry
always stood out to us called the 6
him!
Mile Hill (six miles to the top) and
I was so surprised and happy!
we loved to stop and admire it. After
David took me into the cabin and
a few years, David enlisted in the
there was this gorgeous meal (my
U.S. Army, and after six months of
favorite: salmon and crab cakes) on
training he was shipped overseas
this beautiful candlelight table! There
to South Korea. We didn’t get to see
were flowers everywhere and our
each other for nine months. He came
favorite artist, Frank Sinatra, played
home on leave for Christmas on
from a speaker. I came to find out
December 20th and it was truly one
later that David's mother and my best
of the happiest days of my life. The
friend set up everything and cooked,
homecoming makes the goodbyes SO worth it! The next morning we spent the day
laughing
and
cooking
and
catching up! He told me that his dad
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wanted to take family pictures and
which made it all the more special. It was the most gorgeous night. David took my hand to show me my ring; he had it custom made and placed my late mother's wedding ring diamond in the center. If you have
wanted David to be in his dress blues. He
David's dad jumped out of the car and
ever lost someone, you can only imagine
said that his dad was interested in buying
said that he forgot something in town
how precious a gift like this is. He had the
some land too and he wanted to stop by
and needed to go back, but that David
inside engraved, “You are my home.”
and show us on the way. We started driving
and I should take a look inside the cabin.
The thought he put into every detail was
to 6 Mile Hill around sundown and pulled
Normally, I would be a little suspicious, but
the most precious thing anyone has done
up to this beautiful cabin decorated with
it had been such an emotional 24 hours that
for me. I love him with all my heart and
Christmas garland.
I was a little thrown off!
can’t wait to be his wife!
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TYLER, TEXAS Possibly A Perfect Wedding Destination BY JOYCE CRAWFORD
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Charming brick streets. Crystalclear lakes. Tall green trees. Gently rolling hills. Manicured parks. Gardens made to inspire. Tyler, Texas has something special for everyone, including the bride-to-be. There are over 40 fine event venues within a 30mile radius of Tyler. On Saturday, November 10, venue and wedding professionals from East Texas will be promoting Tyler as your perfect wedding destination on the brick streets of Downtown.
This beautiful studio features hundred-yearold brick walls and 13-foot ceilings making it a fun, artistic, and versatile space perfect for smaller, more intimate weddings. Callynth plans to create a beautiful photostory setup, no doubt highlighting yet another great space to rent in downtown Tyler. Next stop, Moss Flower Shop to experience a be caterers with samples, venue and hotel specials, music, DJ’s, photo booths, and lots of fun and games from merchants with products or services that the bride will
Visit Tyler, an organization dedicated to
desire for her wedding. Tyler has a variety of wedding venues
promoting Tyler to visitors, will sponsor
that are ready to delight the bride-to-be with
the "Bridal Expo on the Bricks" during the
their unique styles, breathtaking appeal and
November "Hit the Bricks" event, November
affordable rates. Compared to major city
10th, downtown on the square.
venues, Tyler venues are reasonably priced.
creative and unique floral studio destination. View examples of beautiful arrangements, as well as their collection of vintage rental inventory. They will also be decorating the stage area for the Bridal Fashion Show at Liberty Hall. Hotels in Tyler, like Staybridge Suites, are offering special rates for those coming from out of town to attend the Bridal Expo. Folks who are already married can take
The "Bridal Expo on the Bricks" will feature
part in a "Rekindling Workshop" offered by
East Texas venues and businesses dedicated
Vow Family Champions. The workshop will
to making your wedding day dreams come
be held at Liberty Hall with a "Vow Renewal"
true. More than 50 exhibitors will be set up
at 4pm. Prizes and special offers will be
under tents and inside businesses on the
available to commemorate this unique
square from 11am-3pm. This event is free
celebration.
to the public. Purchase a ticket for a chance
To finish off the special day, consider the
to win one of our many prizes offered by
"Dinner on the Bricks" event that evening!
the exhibitors during the event. The ticket
Dine seated on the bricks of Broadway at
will also be used for entry into Liberty Hall
an elegantly dressed long table with 150
at 3pm for the Grand Prize Presentation
Take a tour of Jack Ryan’s Steakhouse,
guests. You will enjoy a chef-prepared meal
and Bridal Fashion Show presented by
the new premier wedding venue downtown.
with live music. Tickets are going fast, visit
Brooke and Bre Bridal & Prom Boutique.
Enjoy a champagne toast and hors d’oeuvres
the "Dinner on the Bricks" Facebook page
Online ticket sales are currently available at
while considering them to host your special
to attend.
www.easttexasweddingevents.com.
day. After the tour, a shuttle bus, provided
For tickets and more information about
We are excited to help every bride-to-be
by Ellison’s Classic Coach, will take you to
the "Bridal Expo on the Bricks" and the "Vow
that lives out of town, and locally, meet many
visit the Goodman-LeGrand House to see a
Renewal" visit: easttexasweddingevents.com,
wonderful business and venue exhibitors
beautifully staged wedding setup.
all in one location. This inaugural event on
Step back onto the shuttle and travel to
the square will include food trucks, travel
Callynth Photography Studio, located in the
agencies, and cake decorators. There will
heart of Tyler, downtown on the square.
or head to East Texas Wedding Extravaganza Facebook page. TEXAS
Adalante’ Catering Company
Never Ordinary, Always Exciting
www. AdalanteCatering .com Green Acres Shopping Center, Tyler • (903)526-3800
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Brooke and Bre
TYLER, TEXAS 75701
Enjoy Classic Elegance with a Modern Twist Catering available for on- and off-site events Fully Customizable Menu / No Room Fee
www.jackryans.com
5515 STATE HWY 31 W.
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TYLER, TEXAS 75709
903.200.6744
www.TylerTentsAndEvents.com
PREMIUM DJ & LIGHTING SERVICES
(903 )980-1532
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SERVING TYLER, LONGVIEW, CANTON, & SURROUNDING AREAS
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FAMILY OR ROMANTIC GET-AWAYS
calavera cakery JENNIFER PHILLIPS DESIGNS
McCann Photography
903.729.1009
artistry in bloom
fresh focus films
cinematic wedding films & photography international award winning filmm akers bryan, selena & kara jefferies
freshfocusfilms.com
Hayley Hall Photography
Andrea Gatlin-Atkins, Owner • 903.297.7799
now offering our attended photo booth
2632 Bill Owens Parkway • Longview • www.AnnsPetals.com
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903.831.6837 bryan@freshfocusfilms.com selena @freshfocusfilms.com
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Let us put the “special” in your day...
Hilton Garden Inn® has the space, staff, and amenities to make your special day one you will never forget. And with must-haves like delicious on-site catering, event space, bridal suites, room service and more, your day will run smoothly from start to finish.
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903.212.3000 • www.hgilongview.com
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MurpheyTheJeweler.com | Times Square Shopping Center
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COVERPHOTO WHO CAN ENTER: The contest is open to all photographers. Professionals and amateurs alike are encouraged to submit entries. (Current Wedded Bliss employees, contributors and their families are not eligible). ENTRY FEE: FREE to all photographers. CONTEST ENTRY: A contest entry consists of ONE 300 dpi image of a true bride or bride and groom (staged photos will be disqualified). You may enter multiple times.
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WINNING ENTRY: We will select a winner before each publication. The winning photo will be chosen based on creativity, quality and effectiveness in expressing the time of year the issues are published.
DEADLINE DEC. 1, 2018 FOR JAN/FEB 2019 ISSUE
thank you
For Info on How to Submit Your Photo Contact TheWedded Bliss Magazine at
PhotoContest@TheWeddedBliss.com
for sharing your very best work to help create a beautiful magazine for the brides of Northeast Texas.
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Preferred Vendors Guide BAKERY
CAKE DESIGNERS
EVENT PLANNERS
FRESH by Brookshires
Calavera Cakery
Adalante’ Catering Company
903-747-3503 Bakery 903-747-3512 Catering 903-747-3511 Flowers
903-466-2768
903-526-3800
4857 Page Rd. Longview, Texas calaveracakery.com
1723 Troup Hwy. Tyler, Texas adalantecatering.com
CATERERS
FLORISTS
Adalante’ Catering Company
Ann’s Petals
903-526-3800
903-297-7799
1723 Troup Hwy. Tyler, Texas adalantecatering.com
2632 Bill Owens Pkwy Longview, Texas annspetals.com
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6991 Old Jacksonville Hwy. Tyler, Texas freshbybrookshires.com
BED & BREAKFASTS
...................................................... The Silver Spur Resort
903-420-1400
BRIDAL BOUTIQUES
...................................................... Brooke & Bre Bridal and Prom
903-597-7497 3333 Troup Hwy. Tyler, Texas brookeandbrebridal.com
BRIDAL SHOWS
...................................................... East Texas Wedding Extravaganza
903-570-0364 Tyler, Texas easttexasweddingevents.com
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CHAIR & TABLE LINENS
...................................................... Red Hat Rentals
903-677-3850 951 N.E. Loop 7 Athens, Texas
903-389-8665 Corner of Oak St. & Hwy. 488 Fairfield, Texas
903-729-3400 3210 West Oak St. Palestine, Texas redhatrentals.com
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La Bella Blooms
903-452-9511 Longview, Texas LaBellablooms.com FRESH by Brookshires
903-747-3503 Bakery 903-747-3512 Catering 903-747-3511 Flowers 6991 Old Jacksonville Hwy. Tyler, Texas freshbybrookshires.com
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES
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EVENT INVITATIONS
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Longview Spine & Sports Medicine
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2B Imaging & Design
903-753-2322
Starr Hill Lodge
903-806-2692
903-729-1009
2bimaging-design.com
CABIN RENTALS
150 ACR 159 Palestine, Texas The Silver Spur Resort
903-420-1400 13785 State Highway 19 Canton, Texas thesilverspurresort.com
2 Doctor Circle Longview, Texas longviewspinedoctors.com
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13785 State Highway 19 Canton, Texas thesilverspurresort.com
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Preferred Vendors Guide HONEYMOON DESTINATIONS
LIMOUSINES & SHUTTLE BUSES
PHOTOGRAPHERS
Evans World Travel
Brosang’s Limousine Service
2B Imaging & Design
903-663-2525
903-525-9977 or 903-752-5402
903-806-2692
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913 West Loop 281 Suite 204 Longview, Texas evansworldtravel.com
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3333 Troup Hwy. Tyler, Texas brosangslimousine.com
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS LUXURY PORTABLE
FOR GUESTS
TOILETS
Hilton Garden Inn- Longview
Elite Restroom Trailers
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...................................................... 903-212-3000 905 East Hawkins Parkway Longview, Texas hgilongview.com Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton-Mt. Pleasant
903-572-7100 2504 W. Ferguson Rd. Mt. Pleasant, Texas
...................................................... 903-752-0512 Lindale, Texas eliterestroomtrailers.com
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2bimaging-design.com Farrah Nichole Photography
903-445-2241 Longview, Texas farrahnicholephotography.com Fresh Focus Films
903-831-6837 or 903-276-4432 5002 Woodgate Dr. Texarkana, Texas freshfocusfilms.com
MUSIC/DJ's
...................................................... Heart, Light & Sound
903-980-1532 Flint, Texas heartlightsound.com
Lindsay Steele Photography
903-746-2759 107 E. Tyler Ave. Longview, Texas lindsaysteelephotography.com
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JEWELERS AND CUSTOM JEWELRY DESIGNERS
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MUSIC/STRINGS
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PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTOBOOTH RENTAL
..................................................... Capture POD East Texas
Jim Bartlett Fine Jewelry
Evergreen Strings
903-576-0639
903-758-4367
903-938-1359
2002 Judson Road Longview, Texas bartlettfinejewelry.com
evergreenstrings.com
Longview, Texas capturepodetx.com
Murphey The Jeweler
903-592-4711 Times Square Shopping Center 5201 South Broadway Avenue Tyler, Texas murpheythejeweler.com
Preferred Vendors Guide TUXEDOS
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Wedding Location & Event Packages continued...
Millers Point
Hilton Garden Inn- Longview
903-630-7285 4485 Old Bullard Rd. Tyler, Texas
903-212-3000 905 East Hawkins Parkway Longview, Texas hgilongview.com
WEDDING SUPPLY RENTALS
...................................................... All American Party and Tent Rentals
903-561-2943 or 866-561-2943
203 East Main St. Nacogdoches, Texas millerspoint.com
Miss Mary’s Place
4917 Old Jacksonville Hwy. Tyler, Texas allamericanpartyandtent.com
903-720-7347 or 903-918-6034
Red Hat Rentals
VIDEOGRAPHERS
1997 FM. Rd. 2011 Longview, Texas missmaryplace.com
936-462-1515
..................................................... 903-831-6837 or 903-276-4432 5002 Woodgate Dr. Texarkana, Texas freshfocusfilms.com
Starr Hill Lodge
903-729-1009 150 ACR 159 Palestine, Texas Stone Oak Ranch
903-530-4201
WEDDING LOCATION AND EVENT PACKAGES
...................................................... Bella Sera Ranch
903-723-0900 286 ACR 1400 Palestine, Texas bellaseraranch.com Castle on the Lake
903-721-3593 9110 US Hwy. 79 W. Jacksonville, Texas jacksonvillecastle.com Charleston Sky
903-303-2711 4274 FM 895 Cooper, Texas charlestonsky.com
stoneoakranch.com The Reserve
903-663-7650 or 903-431-3496 7725 Hwy. 259 Longview, Texas bookthereserve.com The Silver Spur Resort
903-420-1400 13785 State Highway 19 Canton, Texas thesilverspurresort.com Venue 31
903-489-0411 12001 State Hwy 31 West Malakoff, Texas venue31events.com
951 N.E. Loop 7 Athens, Texas
903-389-8665 Corner of Oak St. & Hwy. 488 Fairfield, Texas
903-729-3400 3210 West Oak St. Palestine, Texas redhatrentals.com Tyler Tents and Events
903-200-6744 5515 State Hwy. 31 W. Tyler, Texas tylertentsandevents.com
WEDDING SUPPLY RENTALS/VINTAGE
...................................................... Tyler Tents and Events
903-200-6744 5515 State Hwy. 31 W. Tyler, Texas tylertentsandevents.com
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903-677-3850
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