Sweet beautiful new life, what a gift you are to your family and to the world. Two years ago, I photographed your big brother, and was so happy to be invited back to meet you, little one.  Your family loves you so much, and I just know that your big brother will teach you so many wonderful things.

The day started off with celebrations outside the Temple. They know how to celebrate!

After a few photos outside the Chateau Laurier, we went inside to continue the celebration.

Look at how he looks into her eyes.

Congrats!

~Rej

As soon as I drove around the corner to Doris’ house, I knew right away which house it was by the decorations placed out front.

The living room was all set up ready for the tea ceremony that was going to take place.

Let the games begin!  The tradition holds that the boys have to negotiate their way in. They waited on the porch and negotiated with the bridesmaids and family through the window. The girls had a price in mind…and made them do all kinds of, ummm, tasks.  The first offering of coffee wasn’t exactly what they had in mind.

A little bit of money, but not the amount the ladies had in mind.

Love this one of Jason peaking in.

Here is one of those, umm, tasks. Yes, thats right. They were required to do this pose!

They were such a good sport! Poor Jason almost get a foot in the face here. If you look closely, you can see someone inside laughing.

The final task? They had to sing loud enough for Doris to hear. They did a pretty good job too!

Her look is priceless.  She is stunning, don’t you agree?

Ok, so the final task wasn’t really the final task. After making his way in, they made him go up the stairs, every single one, on his knees calling out “Doris, where are  you?”

You can tell everyone was enjoying this.

Finally, Jason finds Doris!

I was really moved while watching the tea ceremony.

Stay tuned for part 2 coming soon.

~Rej xo

I still have lots to post, including a gorgeous Indian wedding  – I removed one recently and will be updating it more soon, so stay tuned!

~Rej

Hold my hand, dear brother, I shall always  be there for you.

~ Rej

The world is blessed to have you. Amazing, beautiful life.  Yours will filled with joy and happiness, surrounded by the love of your parents and older brother.  Besito little one.  Welcome.

Rej ~ xo

A few days before the wedding we were all checking the weather forecasts – a major snowstorm was coming – ugh!! But as always, I never worry to much about the weather because it isn’t something we can control too much. But as luck would have it, the expected snowfall didn’t happen – it bypassed us and stayed to the south – LUCKY!!  That morning the sun was shinning brightly for all of us!

When I got there they were in full swing already. Jennifer was already sitting having her hair done and full of smiles. Thank you to Christine Smith for such a beautiful look.

I just loved the flowers…and the colours!

Jennifer’s friend Alexandra Cameron did an amazing job on her make up and helped make her feel like a true princess.

Such a playful look, don’t you think?

A very touching moment when Jennifer’s friend called to wish her the best on her wedding day…I have to admit I started to cry too…

I just loved her dress…full of graceful elegance.

I love this moment. I love the look on her face.  She would look over at me and take deep breaths in and deep breaths out…I knew exactly how she was feeling…

Look at the princess!

It was very important to Jennifer to get a photograph of her and her grandma who was, unfortunately, unable to attend the wedding.

The girls having a playful moment!

I couldn’t resist this one…The two fathers waiting patiently outside for the bride to finish getting ready.

…finally off to the Church we go…

Stay tuned for part 2…

~Rej xo