Hive, for those of you lucky enough to never have encountered Indiana weather, let me explain—we can experience a different season every day. I mean that very literally. One day it’s snowing, the next is sunny and warm (but windy). That was last week, for anyone who was wondering. 
The point is that we really have no idea what weather we’re going to get on our wedding day. While most records show it hasn’t rained in Indiana for 10-plus years, I’ve still got a rain plan, and I’ve still got ideas dependent on the weather.
One idea (as I’m sure you all guessed from my not-so-clever title) is the getaway. Our venue is PERFECT (in my obviously biased opinion) for a getaway because of the nice long path leading up to the barn doors. At the end of the path is the parking area, so assuming it’s planned out right, we can just have a car waiting there to go to the hotel.
Image via Mustard Seed Gardens Facebook page / Photo by Stuart Meyer Photography
Isn’t that such a great backdrop!?
If I was the only one making a getaway and had the cooperation of the weather, I would definitely want people throwing glitter at me. Upon consideration, I immediately shunned the idea despite the gorgeous photo I was able to find:
Image via Inspired by This / Photo by Jessica Claire
As beautiful as that looks, Mr. O hates glitter. He hates it being around him because it inevitably ends up getting ON him, where he can never remove it. He calls it a lot of not polite names as well, but I’ll just keep those to myself. Also, I have a feeling that I would later regret having glitter all over my dress and veil.
So since there are two of us getting married, and only one of us that likes glitter, it seemed smarter to move on to a better idea all around: the sparkler exit.
Image via Inspired by This / Photo by Amy and Stuart
Of course I realize that if the weather doesn’t cooperate our getaway will most likely be under an umbrella trying to carry my dress, which is fine, too. But if not—sparklers it is!
For those of you that did sparklers, where did you buy them? Help an Otter out!
I absolutely adore the photos I’ve seen of getaways with glitter! However, you are right. It sure as heck isn’t going anywhere once it’s on that veil. I LOVE sparkler exits… this is going to be amazing for you! Unfortunately for me, our venue won’t allow sparklers or anything synthetic (non-biodegradable confetti, fake petals etc.) so I’m trying to figure out what to do.
Maybe we’ll go old school and throw bird seed 
I ordered my sparklers from I Love Sparklers and they were great! It came out to just under a dollar each with a promo code I found via Google. Good luck!
I know you vetoed a glitter exit (for good reason, it would for sure get in someone’s eye), but it looks so cool! Sparkler exits are always so pretty and make for some of my favorite pictures, so I can’t wait to see yours!
I bought my sparklers from Sparklers R Us – and I got a really good deal on them!
@Miss Camera: You know, I actually thought about doing the SAME THING! Just because when I thought of my favorite wedding movies, it’s always bird seed. 
@musictchr25: Thank you!! I haven’t checked for any promo codes yet, I’ve just been browsing for a store. You’re awesome!
@Mrs. Pony: Thanks, Pony!! I’m so glad our venue allows it, as I’m pretty sure I don’t have any other ideas, haha.
@Mrs. Wallaby: Thank you! Now to actually order them…
@Mrs. Bracelet: EEEK PHOTOS! I’m dreading the wait to get them already!
Sparkler exists. . . .sigh. Swoon. So perfect.
Oh and Pittsburgh weather is the exact same. Yesterday we had the windows open, no coats; today we’re in scarves and boots.
Mrs. Otter, Indianapolis, IN Age and Occupation: 22, Freelance Social Media Consultant Fiance's Age and Occupation: 23, CVS Shift Supervisor Engagement Date: November 11, 2011 Wedding Date: April 2013 Venue: Mustard Seed Gardens About Me: I'm a born and raised Hoosier girl, but a diehard Michigan Wolverines fan. I have a tendency to take too many photos and spend full days having TV marathons. Mr. Otter and I met in high school, started dating a couple years later, and moved in after a month of being official. He is easygoing and makes plans on a whim, while I'm color coordinating my planner and organizing everything in sight. He hates glitter, but it's my favorite thing. I have tattoos and he still won't get one, despite my attempts to convince him. We're planning a small, rustic, and (hopefully!) peony-filled wedding to get our married life started. (And yes, there will be glitter involved!)
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