Cat Couper - Wedding Officiant

01/06/2025

My daughter recently said YES to the dress at Bridal Aisle Boutique!
Annette(owner) greeted us at the door, and never let on that she forgot where she met me! - What a PRO!! We met at the Semple Manor networking event - she finally figured it out and came to tell me the story! She runs an amazing shop with so many beautiful and affordable dresses to choose from! Her staff was awesome as well, Tammy, our personal stylist knew just the right dresses to choose. For a daughter who went in With NO CLUE what she really wanted (other than to highlight "the girls") Tammy gave her so many beautiful options and we knew when she stepped out in THE ONE... there was a look on her face that she didn't have with any of the others!
I am giving a BIG shout out to Bridal Aisle Boutique and their incredible staff!!

10/16/2024

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10/16/2024

To any of my Vendor friend out there - there is a publication that has great rates for advertising - www.engaygedweddings.com
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09/14/2024

Here's a "less waste" option - something to think about!

QR code wedding programs are awesome for eco friendly and saving on the budget - here's exactly how to create your own paperless programs!

07/22/2024

Awwww sister goals!!!

07/06/2024

06/11/2024

Just something to think about!

Today in a coffee shop I heard a bride to be talk about her upcoming wedding.

She spoke of how she hopes the weather is desirable; how she hopes her guests who are travelling from afar will get in without incident; how she hopes that the makeup artist is able to keep her looking her best through the tears.

I listened to the excitement in her voice. I hung on to every word. I quickly glanced over to see the smile on her face, and the spark in her eyes.

And I held back the urge to tell her -

None of that will matter.

What will matter is how, ten years from now, when she has a bad day at work, he will bring her home dinner, and pour her a hot bath right after.

What will matter is how, when one of them loses a parent, the other is able to hold up their world for a little while, while the grief wave runs its course.

What will matter is how, should they decide to have children, she doesn’t feel like she is suffocating under the weight of new motherhood, for they are in it - together.

What will matter is how their love sustains them through every rough moment and every tough patch (because there most definitely will be seasons of both).

What will matter is how, no matter what other woman is in the room, she will always feel like the most beautiful girl in the world to him.

That is what I wanted to tell her.

But I just smiled at her instead,

Smiled over at my husband sat beside me,

And hoped, for her sake, that the weather that day will be good.

Love Always,
Heather

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05/25/2024

Unless you are in danger (either person) most of the time its worth the effort.🥰

05/24/2024

so cute!

05/23/2024

Ever thought of just "trashing" your wedding dress? What will you do with it when the day is over and all the pics are taken? We all dream (most of us) one of our daughters will want to wear our dress, face it we all have different taste and styles and trends change. I personally, let my kids play dress up with it and it was sooooo loved! (so did my mom)
Want a fun photo shoot idea... The dress involved was a $10 garage sale find... my oldest daughter was getting into photography and her younger sister was up for doing some fun modeling!

*****This is is NOT everyone's cup of tea... but it was fun for the girls ❤️

05/22/2024

Time to highlight another vendor that I have worked with many, many times over the years! Mannix and his staff of other DJ's are incredibly fun and help make your special day lively! I love when I show up to a wedding and see that I will be working with them!

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05/06/2024

Let's chat "cake smash" - THIS is why you shouldn't do it! With tiered cakes there are generally support dowels to hold the weight!
Not to mention, a lot of money is generally spent on hair, make up and dresses! No need for anyone to be cleaning frosting out if their noses - ruining pictures for the couple taken later into the reception!

04/25/2024

I will be taking time to highlight some of the many wonderful vendors and people I work with. This industry is huge yet we all seem to cross paths frequently and there are people and vendors that stand out and you want to tell everyone about them.
As I am wrapping up my time in DC I will try and highlight one a week -
I will get the ball rolling with Banquets of Minnesota in Fridley
https://www.facebook.com/banquetsofmn

Leslie and her staff are wonderful to work with. They are so professional and yet very down to earth and will make your day amazing. The facility in Fridley is beautiful and on site catering is superb.
Extra shout out to Leslie, she has been instrumental in the success of my Officiating and I will be forever grateful.

So if you are in the need for a wedding, meeting, party site, look no further!

The Banquets of Minnesota is a premier banquet destination, consisting of two exquisite ballrooms loc

04/25/2024

101 days until I am back permanently in Minnesota!
Wedding availability Sept 1 and beyond!
Time is flying!

04/07/2024

I am working hard updating and dusting off my website - where you will find all of my detailed information, referred vendors, reviews, pricing etc... it it always a work in progress and I am looking forward to adding YOUR wedding to my page!
Excited to get back in the game after a 2 year hiatus - family called me to the DC area- I am back in August and booking weddings starting in September.

Custom weddings in Minnesota and beyond!