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Everyday Essence
Each snapshot is a tale of love, laughter, and a dash of delightful chaos. Our photo collection is a vibrant canvas of daily escapades, from conquering parks with Willow leading the charge to mastering the art of silly faces—because normal photos are so last season.
And let's not forget Janine's culinary exploits during the pandemic—she's the undisputed champion of creating gourmet magic in a pinch. Meanwhile, Connor's sports fervor, especially for hockey, is captured with the same intensity he brings to a nail-biting game. Our adventure dates? Picture equal parts excitement, laughter, and a splash of randomness.
Embark on this visual rollercoaster of our lives, buckle up for the cute, the chaotic, and the downright hilarious. We guarantee a smile, perhaps a snort, and a hearty dose of nostalgia as you revisit these snapshots of our wonderfully messy love story!
Cracking the Proposal Code with Janine
Proposing to Janine is like trying to surprise a detective with a script they've already read—tricky.
She was onto me, suspecting a proposal on Saturday the 27th of January. To throw her off, I crafted a decoy date. A fancy Filipino restaurant and a side-splitting comedy show. But, and it's a big but, no proposal.
Now, here's where the real fun begins. On January 28th, I hatched my secret plan. Under the guise of a casual brunch, I steered us to Cambridge, Ontario. While Janine, unsuspecting and dreaming of brunch delights, enjoyed a snooze, I was plotting the grand reveal along with some of our friends.
Perched by the Grand River, with brunch vibes still in the air, I seized the moment. Picture this: Janine after brunch wanted pictures so she obviously didn't wear her jacket for the gram, and there I am, down on one knee, overlooking the scenic beauty of Cambridge.
The element of surprise? Nailed it. Janine's reaction? Priceless.
Lesson learned: When proposing to Janine, add a dash of misdirection, a pinch of undercover planning, and voila—a perfect surprise proposal.
Pre-I Do
A week after the hilarious yet somewhat turbulent proposal (thanks to a well-executed decoy date), Janine and Connor found themselves jetting off to The Philippines. Now, this wasn't Connor's first trip to the archipelago, but fate had a quirky sense of humor waiting for them.
Picture this: They land in Manila, all set for a relaxing rendezvous in Boracay, only to realize their bags decided to extend their layover in San Francisco. Cue the panic! With a same-day flight to Boracay, it became a mad dash. Luckily, superhero friends and family came to the rescue, ensuring that all the wedding-worthy outfits made it to the island.
After this travel mayhem, Janine, Connor, and their entourage of adventure-loving family members set out on a mission—wedding venue hunting. Amidst the stunning options, The Lind emerged as the winner, Connor's eyes lighting up at the view.
And, as Connor will chuckle and tell you, when you're with Janine's family, photos are a non-negotiable currency. Hence, a pre-wedding photoshoot unfolded on the sun-kissed shores of Boracay. Dive into the hilarity and love encapsulated in these pre-"I do" snapshots!
