Jhen + Hare Engagement Shoot

Two of our close friends got married over the weekend. We are so happy to have been able to do their engagement shoot. We had such a great time doing this shoot in an amazing location and equally amazing couple. They were such troopers and braved the cold to get these shots. Congratulations again, Jhen and Hare!

Beach Maternity Session

Last minute vacations are the best! While vacationing in Varadero for our 5th wedding anniversary, we managed to slip in a few maternity photos using a tripod and wireless trigger. I couldn't have imagined having my maternity session done by anyone other than Mr. Pearls and we had such an awesome time doing it too =) 

Jhen + Hare Sneak Peek!

So excited about this shoot! It was our first time shooting in the countryside and to top it off, with a real 5-passenger plane (Thanks to Janize and Khrist for helping us with this awesome location!). I hope you enjoy it as much as we did. 

Feeling chivalrous?

It's interesting to see how many people will actually give up their seat on the train for a pregnant woman. Jumped on a packed train this morning, and while I wasn't expecting anyone to give up their seat, it's amusing to see how many people a. avert their eyes, pretend not to see you b. looks then goes right back to sleep c. looks at you but responds with totally unaffected demeanour. I guess we all have to accept at one point that chivalry is indeed, dead. 

I've been guilty of this too, I must admit. After a tiring 12-hour night shift, the last thing on my mind would be to give up my seat. Although, occasionally I would if I see someone who needs it more than I do. Isn't it nicer to be refused than to be branded unsympathetic? 

Oh and I did get a seat eventually. From an older woman who was about two stops away from her destination. What does that say about you, young man in red backwards cap? Yes, you!?! 

Anyway, have a lovely Tuesday! 

Updated...

The train ride from my obstetrician got me thinking about where I was mentally and emotionally about the same time last year. It took so long before this miracle happened, I'm just happy I'm now seeing an OB instead of my fertility doctor. 

After about a year of failed fertility treatments, I couldn't help but feel resentment. I see so many people not having any difficulty conceiving and we were still trying for a miracle that was starting to look further and further away. 

I was stuck in a rut. At one point, i questioned whether it will still happen for us. I couldn't help thinking why certain things happened the way they did...why I was still waiting for this time to come. In my profession I have brought so many new lives in this world, yet I was still waiting for my turn. I prayed for God to only give me what He has planned for me, to help me accept things I cannot change. I know God had a plan and I just need to be patient. And of course, eventually I started to see what it was. All I really needed was time. So if in doubt, pray. God always provides. 

Luisa & Diego Sneak Peek!

Been working on finishing up editing and photo book templates. Here are some samples from Luisa and Diego's wedding. Enjoy!

Blogger App 😊

Hello, blogger friends! 

Long time no anything! I just realized Blogger has launched a mobile app which would allow me to do more frequent postings since I'm always on my phone and on the go. It's been a crazy two months since my last post and I wish there was a way to somehow summarize everything that went on but I guess here's a short recap!

Instagram was such a fun way to keep track of my pregnancy updates and I keep thinking how much easier it will be to put everything together at the end of all this. 

Photography wise, we've done a few shoots here and there which we've obviously has not had a chance to post. Pregnancy has kept me so preoccupied (and the fact that posting on Blogger was not the easiest or most convenient). Anyway, I'm hoping this change to mobile blogging will keep us more likely to update ☺ 

Happy long weekend, y'all! 

Melissa and Andy Wedding

One of our favourite sessions from last year was Melissa and Andy's wedding. Not only did we enjoy their colourful traditional ceremony but we also loved that our business relationship has blossomed into a beautiful friendship. These two were so easy to work with and shooting their wedding was a breeze! Who knew putting shoes on could look this elegant and charming? Way to go, Melissa!

 Mel looks stunning in this picture!

 Her parents room had perfect lighting. Loved that we got to shoot with as much natural light as we did.

 And of course, with her beautiful dress, we need a flowy, back picture. 

 Andy looked dapper in this gray suit. 

 He made it look so effortless! (and if you remember, he was sooo shy!)

 My favourite picture of these two was from their first dance. It's so amazing to see two people who absolutely adore each other!

Andy and Melissa, thank you for allowing us to witness and document your beautiful wedding! We love each and every single detail and we hope to meet more couples as genuinely kind as you two!