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Engagement Announcement Mr. & Mrs. Marcus & Grace Rubio of Corpus Christi, Texas announce the engagement of their daughter Laryssa Noelle Rubio to Ezekiel Sean Velasquez, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Ruben & Michelle Velasquez of Port Lavaca, Texas on February 25, 2017.

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The prospective bride is a graduate of Bay City High School in Bay City, Texas and The University of Texas at San Antonio with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management. She is currently employed with Provenir as a Sourcing Specialist in San Antonio, Texas.

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Grandparents of the bride to be are (maternal) Mrs. Minerva G. Chapa and the late Mr. Arnoldo G. Chapa of Alice, Texas and (paternal) Mr. & Mrs. Juan Rubio of Port Lavaca, Texas.

The bridegroom to be is a graduate of Calhoun High School in Port Lavaca, Texas and Northwest Vista College and is currently attending the University of Texas at San Antonio pursuing a Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Development. He is employed as Co-Director of The Children’s Center of Stone Oak in San Antonio, Texas.

He is the grandson of (maternal) the late Mr. Trinidad Rocha, Jr. of Victoria, Texas and the late Mrs. Guadalupe Mendez Rocha of Port Lavaca, Texas and (paternal) Mr. & Mrs. Crecencio Velasquez of Port Lavaca, Texas.

Wedding vows will be exchanged at 2:00 P.M. on February 25, 2017 at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, Corpus Christi, Texas.

A reception will follow at The Ranch at San Patricio, Mathis, Texas.

Cover Bride: Cassidy McGrath By: Fusion Fotography

www.CoastalWeddingConnections.com For Advertising Information Call 361-944-5074 Publisher:.................................................. Ginger Rodriguez Editor:...........................................................Julie Hammond Contributing Photographers: Fusion Fotography, Mint Photography, Cynthia Mack Photography

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On October 22, 2016 they began their lives together

Mr. & Mrs. L opez Stephen & Lindsey How did you meet? We met through mutual friends at the Frio River.

First Date: Out for drinks with friends.

When did you know they were the one for you?

Bride: When I flared my nostrils at him and he flared them back.

Groom: We were actually on our way to a Christmas party with a few friends. The drive there was just like any other, singing, laughing, just enjoying ourselves, then something clicked. I looked at her and realized, this girl is unwavering.

No matter where I’m at or what I’m doing this girl is always beside me. We’re inseparable. I found my best friend and my lover. That was the day I told her I loved her, and that was the day I realized she was the one.

Who proposed and how? Stephen proposed casually at home.

Best part of planning your wedding? The best part

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was how much love and support we received from our friends and family.

Favorite Part of Your Wedding Day? Coming out of the barn doors before the ceremony Tips for Brides & Grooms: Plan as far in advance as you can.

Plans for your lives together? Continue to grow to help and make each other better.

Officiant: Kathy Rios Wedding Dress: Sposa Bella Tuxedos: Mens Wearhouse Rings: Zales Jewelry & Accessories: Kendra Scott Bridesmaid’s Dresses: David’s Bridal Hair: Rylee Sordia Make-up: Laney Morin Wedding Planner: Arcilia Garcia Flowers: Ginger Rodriguez - Weddings in Bloom Photographer: Mint Photography Entertainment: Sparkling City DJ & Photobooth Catering: The Reserve at Dancing Elk Cake: Filling Good Bakery Honeymoon: Hawaii

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photographer spotlight

Fusion Fotography Fusion Fotography is a South Texas based photography company with over 15 years experience.

Fusion Fotography is owned, and managed by Calallen native, Marco Aleman.

Fotography you will be well taken care of and will have unforgettable memories of your special day to cherish for a lifetime.

Be sure to give Marco a call and schedule your free consultation today!

Marco is diverse in his photography skill, bringing every session to life with talent and elegant creativity.

He specializes in portraiture, both in studio or on location.

Fusion Fotography 4535 SPID #5 Marco Aleman 361-726-9739 www.Fusion-Fotography.com

When you book your next event with Fusion

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Coastal Wedding Connections would like to thank all of our photo shoot contributors for this issue: Photography by: FUSION FOTOGRAPHY 4535 SPID #5 Corpus Christi, Texas 361-687-2872 www.Fusion-Fotography.com

Hair & Makeup by: MAKEUP BY MONICA D

Florals by: WEDDINGS IN BLOOM

313 CR 351, Mathis, TX 361-946-4812 www.TheReserveAtDancingElk.com

361-944-5074 WeddingsinBloom.CC@gmail.com www.WeddingsinBloomTX.com

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MonicaDBeauty@yahoo.com 361-904-2743 Location: THE RESERVE AT DANCING ELK

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A unique wedding in a memorable setting 361-826-4674 ď ˇ MaryLouiseB@cctexas.com Contact MaryLouise Butters for details

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How To Get Beautifully Radiant Skin For Your Wedding Day

By: Monica De Jesus, Wedding Makeup Artist Photo by: MINT TO BE Photography, San Antonio, www.Mint-2-Be.com

First and foremost every one wants to have beautiful skin on their wedding day, and here are a few tips and tricks on how to achieve that. I always tell my clients to stick to products their skin is familiar with. You don’t want to have a reaction to new products right before your big day. Unless you would like to try new products, try using those a month or two in advance.

Get as much sleep as possible. We want you and

your skin to be well rested. When you don’t get enough sleep it shows.

Drink plenty of water. Your skin will look and feel more hydrated.

Keep your face clean. This means try cleansing skin every night with your favorite face wash or cleansing cloths.

Exfoliate your face and lips with your favorite scrubs once a week. Exfoliating will remove old skin and buildup, leaving your face and lips feeling baby soft and looking more radiant.

Moisturize your face and lips. Using moisturizer after exfoliating skin will assure that your fresh skin is well hydrated. Be sure to use your moisturizer before bed also. Don’t forget your moisturizing lip balm.

Chapped lips are not your friend.

I also recommend you DO NOT wax your brows the day before your big day. Waxing this close to your wedding day will not allow makeup to properly adhere to this skin, leaving you with a very noticeably uneven application. If you get your brows waxed, try setting your brow appointment four days before hand.

Ortiz Center Weddings Love at First Site

Impress your guests with beautiful water views from our ballroom and plaza, located just beneath the illuminated Harbor Bridge.

Offering unique style with our on-site catering and full service wedding planner ortizcenter-info@comcastspectacor.com 361-879-0125 Corpus Christi, TX www.ortizcenter.com

Let us help You look and feel Beautiful on Your Special Day! Makeup by Monica D www.Facebook.com/MakeupByMonicaD 361-904-2743 MonicaDbeauty@yahoo.com

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The Reserve at Dancing Elk The outdoor space includes a 4,900-square foot outdoor covered patio featuring an AMAZING water and fire fountain and holds an additional 500 guests, along with a 1,200-square foot outdoor patio with kitchen and fireplace.

The Reserve at Dancing Elk is your unique, exotic and rustic wedding destination. We highly recommend you book a tour as this is truly a MUST see event center! It is conveniently located between Corpus Christi and San Antonio, just off Highway 37 near Mathis on a huge 1,700-acre ranch, where you can capture once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunities with zebras, peacocks, camels, rams, and many other exotic animals with beautiful natural backdrops of rural pastures, a 2-acre pond and rustic gazebo.

The Reserve at Dancing Elk offers a gorgeous 16,000-square foot, air conditioned venue which allows for indoor and outdoor wedding accommodations and comfortable seating for up to 700 guests. The venue’s indoor space is a perfect mix of rustic and glam with its stunning chandeliers, beautifully stained concrete floors, rustic barn doors, and rock and granite bars.

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Our private bridal suite with a stunning balcony overlooking the venue is the perfect location for your bridal party to get ready for your special day, with a huge area for makeup and hair to accommodate a large group. Also available is a separate area in the lodging for the groom and groomsmen to get ready and relax before the wedding.

The Reserve at Dancing Elk provides three housing options for you to choose from to best meet your needs, and can accommodate up to 42 guests. A beautiful new lodge was built in 2013, which has wooden floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a pool table and ping pong table, patio, hot tub, fire pit and much more that can sleep up to 24 guests. For a more rustic feel, there is a 100year old two bed room, two bath lodge, which was renovated in 2013 and accommodates a total of 12 guests. Plus, there is The Orange Cottage, aka “Honeymoon Suite”, which is just a hop, skip, and a

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staff will review the available amenities, go over pricing options and discuss any questions you may have. Their experienced team of event planning jump away from the lodges, offering a more private professionals are there to provide exceptional and setting with its own patio, fire pit and swimming personalized service throughout your wedding pool. You can book any of the lodging for the planning process and for you and your guests on entire weekend before the ceremony and enjoy the this very special day! beautiful ranch views, and can even book skeet Arcilia Garcia shooting or hunting.

The Reserve is a stunning venue offering multiple options and services for your perfect wedding or special event, all conveniently located at one venue with delicious catering ranging from the most gourmet taste to casual options to fit any taste and budget with a custom menu for your specific event.

Plus, they can refer you to the top local wedding professionals to help you with all of your wedding details to make your wedding day extra special and an easy process.

Venue Coordinator/ Sales & Marketing The Reserve at Dancing Elk 313 CR 351, Mathis, TX 78368 arcie@thereserveatdancingelk.com 361-946-4812

Call to book your tour today for this amazing venue as dates for 2017 are going fast! Tours are generally held Monday - Thursday and are by reservation or appointment only. During your tour, the New Year 2017

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