I am pretty new to being engaged and this site. It would be nice if I could network with other brides in the UP of Michigan. Things are so different up here especially having to do with availibility and pricing. I just moved in with my fiance in Champion,, but have been living in Marquette. We are planning to have the ceremony and reception in our yard for 75 to 100 people with a middle eastern theme. I plan to keep expenses to $5000. I'm sure I can do it!!! I feel like the lone bride in all my friend circles, so it would be nice to meet another beaming bride to be!