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B.E Away Katie O. Selvidge B.E Away Katie O. Selvidge

A Local's Travel Guide to Vienna, Austria

I moved to Vienna in January to find her charms buried in hibernation. I’ve watched with eager anticipation, her awakening. After a long winter’s sleep, Vienna comes alive in the spring. Quaint street markets open with tulips in every color, as the first sunshine peeks through late winter clouds.

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B.E Away Anna Lord B.E Away Anna Lord

Virtual Travel Through Prague, Czech Republic

We loved every inch that we were able to explore in Prague. From the main attractions such as Old Town Square, walking along the Charles Bridge, St. Vitus Cathedral, and Prague Castle to the unending and timeliness cobblestone streets and alleyways. This is a city you’re able to 'get lost' and enjoy every second of it. Prague has this unique charming and nostalgic quality that leaves you breathless.

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B.E Wed Oklahoma Bronwyn Spain B.E Wed Oklahoma Bronwyn Spain

The Shannon Wedding at Sky Creek Ranch

What were each of your thoughts when you met for the first time?

Kameshia: I was nervous but he was so sweet and funny and made those nerves go away quickly.

Jordan: I was excited to meet her because we had been talking for about 2 months before meeting each other. I knew there would be a connection.

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B.E Away Anna Peters B.E Away Anna Peters

Exploring Lake Como in Winter

There were a lot of lessons I learned from Italian culture during my trip. Not saying Italy or Europe is perfect – it’s easy to over-romanticize that part of the world. But there was one concept that stuck in my mind the whole time I was there and looking back, I am going to call it: “More Better.”

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B.E Wed Oklahoma Bronwyn Spain B.E Wed Oklahoma Bronwyn Spain

Meet Issue Three's Anniversary Couple: Gail and Jeff

Meet Gail and Jeff. The pair have been married for 37 years and I just knew they would be Issue Three’s anniversary couple after Gail, owner of Weddings by Gail, submitted their 35th wedding anniversary celebration to us for publication consideration. I was so smitten with their chemistry and thrilled to see that she was a fellow wedding professional, I was sold on telling their love story.

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B.E Away Ally Allison B.E Away Ally Allison

Cultural Expectations in France

First impressions last a lifetime, or so they say, but should first impressions outweigh one’s collective experience? On a recent trip to France, Stephanie and Stephen found themselves at odds with some preconceived notions of French culture. Would the people be kind to them? Would they feel unwelcome? Or worse, would they be denied their fair share of French crêpes?

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