We got married at 20 with a tight budget and a lot of hope. Our wedding was beautiful, meaningful, and full of joy, but there are a few things we would do differently if we could go back. In this episode, we are sharing our biggest wedding regrets to help you plan a day that feels peaceful, intentional, and rooted in what truly matters.

If you are a young Christian couple navigating engagement, trying to honor God, your families, and your budget, this conversation is for you. We planned our entire wedding for under $8,000, and while we are grateful, we learned some hard lessons along the way.

In this episode, we talk about:

Not hiring a professional day of coordinator and how that decision shaped the entire flow of our wedding day

Why having two locations added unexpected stress and complications

The reality of an outdoor summer wedding and what we wish we had considered

How a lack of a clear timeline created confusion for us and our guests

The importance of assigning setup and teardown responsibilities to the right people

Why we ended up with way too much cake and what we would do instead

How not having a designated MC or point person affected the structure of our reception

Kaia’s dress experience and what we learned about expectations versus reality

This episode is not about regret for the sake of regret. It is about wisdom, stewardship, and helping you build a wedding day that reflects your values and sets the tone for your marriage.

For engaged couples asking:

How can we plan a meaningful wedding on a budget

What are common wedding mistakes young couples make

How do we keep our wedding day stress free and Christ centered

We hope our story helps you walk into your wedding day with clarity, peace, and intention.

Takeaways:

Focus on your marriage more than your wedding

Delegate more than you think you need to

Plan for weather, timing, and transitions

Keep your expectations flexible and your priorities grounded in faith

If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who is planning a wedding or preparing for engagement.

Your wedding is one day. Your marriage is a lifetime. Let’s build it well.

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