What's more personal than having your unique, intimate or big and fun outdoor wedding in your own backyard?!! Hosting your own event gives you many freedoms that you won't find in rented or catered places. Of course, there are a few more responsibilities that comes with planning your wedding day in your home, but when you plan accordingly and in a timely manner, you can have a dream-come-true magical wedding day right in your own backyard.

Get your helpers in a row and spread out the responsibilities so that you can focus on the parts that are most important to you.

You should really be thinking about anything you want to DIY and of course, the dress, the choice of colors, flowers, meal, music, games, and such big decisions. Executing them could be well handed off to your bridal party and family member who are willing to devote their time to making sure you have your perfect outdoor wedding day!

Anytime you include mother nature in your plans, be sure to prepare for unexpected weather conditions, bugs, noise, permits for outdoor events and the serving of alcohold in your residential area.

You want to have a wonderful backyard wedding to start on your amazing journey together!Be prepared to overlook little imperfections that come your way and focus on the big picture - you will be marrying the man you love most and you will have your families and friends to celebrate with! Cheers to a happy life together!

Here is a list of things you will need to take care of to help you plan better:

- Space

- Gazebo or archway for the ceremony

- Officiant for your ceremony

- Chairs for the ceremony

- Tables and chairs for the reception

- Tent or indoor space in case of bad weather conditions

- Caterer

- Musicians - band of DJ

- Photographer and Videographer

- Audio and Visual equipment

- Linens, place settings and utensils

- Flowers

- Decorations

- Umbrellas

- Bug spray, water and sunscreen

- Games and activities

- Toilet facilities

- Guest Rooms or hotel rooms for overnight guests

- Kitchen space

- Preparation area for bride and bridesmaids

- Preparation area for groom and groomsmen

This may seem like a long list of things to consider, but again, get help from your bridal party or even hire a professional wedding planner to help keep things in order and focus on the most important things yourself.

Don't forget to enjoy the planning process and to take time to go on dates and keep the romance going. You don't want the planning to overwhelm your relationship and create stress and arguments. Stay calm, be flexible and love every minute of it. The biggest step you'll take is living in harmony for the rest of your lives together!

Have a magical backyard wedding celebration of your love!