I was doing so good within my little bloggie world and then things got a little crazy, a little fun, and a little happenin’!  I have neglected my blog and swear to get slapped with a wet noodle.  Every single day I think, “Okay, Gina…today you are going to post some of the kazillion images you have captured…and yet the day goes short.  It hit my heart like a bad bout of hurt today when I had a bloggie reader www.slsmithphotography.com send me a message reminding me that I had not blogged.  Yes, Steph, I know, and this one is for you.  I thank you from the bottom of my heart for putting  be back in the world of something I love, my internet friends.

I made a wonderful mistake of booking myself for a last minute bridal fair in San Antonio.  Triple OMG!  On this day I was truly blessed to meet some of the most wonderful people.  I shared giggles, ewwws, and ahhhs  with vendors (thanks for showing me the ropes Charlene, sharing a smile Valerie, San Antonio Weddings staff, my now clients, and love filled brides and grooms to be.  I walked into that cold Henry B. Gonzales convention center with no expectations, just the determination to have a great time and anticipation of  lovin’ the glitz of the wedding industry.  That day I signed contracts and have been getting called by such awesome now brides…and soon brides to be.  Mallory, Anna, Jessica, Theresa, Sandra, Calie….you are beautifully fabulous and so are your images!

Long story short, it was on this January day  that I started to drop off of my bloggie world.  I had brides who needed my immediate attention on engagement photos, bridal portraits, and even a couple of weddings within a months time.  So, as you can imagine, things have been a little hectic in the Cherish world.

Every one of my brides I met that fateful day, thank you for building my spirit and trusting a love a have for capturing memories.  So many of you told me, ” Gina, there are lots of great photographers, but my gut felt you were the girl for me.”  That is the client I want, one who connects with my energy and passion.    I am truly a blessed girl who happens to carry around a camera.

This is Theresa and Andre.  They were one of the happy couples who I immediately had a connection with on that January day.  They have already gotten married and I will post some of those fabulous images soon.  Their love is funny, full, and forever.

Their special day is coming up in a few more days.  I can’t wait.  On this beautiful Saturday morning, they chose to embrace each other, life, and the love they have for one another.  I could only grin that I was the lucky one who was able to capture a bit forever, just me and my magic timecapusule…… my camera.

She sent me an email asking if we could meet to discuss options for wedding photography.  I love to talk to brides and listen to all of their fab details for the special day.  I could not wait to meet Kelly.  The three of us…Joshua who is very much in love with Kelly,  Kelly who is smitten for Joshua, and myself who would love to capture images of this special couple.  We talked about everything, so much more than taking pictures.  The three of us instantly giggled, talked about favorites, and had a sweet drink of lemonade.  They told me their dreams, their passions, and how their love unfolded.  This super cute couple has someone or something special looking after them because their love affair has come together as only fate would have it.  Their love story of how they knew he & she was the one will be a story that is told for years.  Everything is working out perfectly for this couple and all I can say is that I am super excited to document their love story from engagement, to bridal, to wedding.  Ahhhhhh….this is gonna be a sweet ride. Even long after the wedding dress is tucked away, Joshua and Kelly will continue to be in my heart, they are just that great! 

Joshua & Jelly  (she loves to provide this cute name as her signature)…thank you for allowing me to be part of such a special time in your life.  To say you are both fun, is an understatement,  you guys are funny, inventive, intense, and just plan ole awesome!  You both rocked your engagement photoshoot as we trotted our way around San Antonio.  

Hugs to you both!  

They are fun, have history, and will love each other forever.  I can see it as they catch a glimpse of each other, when they grab each others hand, or when they whisper sweet nothings to one another.  This past weekend I had the opportunity to capture memories for this awesome couple.  They were game for just about anything as we trotted our way through a gorgeous park in San Antonio one early morning.  Weather in San Antonio is warm, the air is pure, and the parks are green.  We found a beautiful place, which is soon to be a favorite of both theirs and mine,  to capture some memories…many gorgeous memories.  (Below are some favorites).  

Tim and Briea  have such an exciting life in store for themselves.  Tim just graduated from West Point and Briea is also a smarty pants and just finished her degree.  They both seem so excited an passionate as they talk about their future together and all the unkonwns that are in store for them.  I can’t wait to capture images of their wedding this summer.  I am beyond thrilled to be working with Briea and Tim as their wedding day approaches.  They are carefree, fun loving, and full of life.  If their engagement session was any indication of how great their wedding will be, I suspect there will be an over-abundance of love and laughter! It is going to be beautiful, they are going to be beautiful.

I loved Lolita and Mike from the moment we met.  Lolita and I met several months ago as she was on the lookout for her wedding photographer.   I invited her for a nice warm coffee and we sat, laughed, and talked about nothing-ness like bike riding, camping, organization, exercise, and dreams.  Dreams of what she wanted for her wedding day to her soulmate, Mike.

Lolita has got to be one of the most amazing girls I have ever met.  I thought I had a thing for Peter Walsh…heck, she is the female version of Peter.  So organized and such a “get it done” & “get it done right” attitude.  I love her.  She is a girl who knows exactly what she wants.  I think she to is in love with organizing (along with being in love with Mike, of course).  Ahhh…nothing like some cute sticky notes, and some brand new manilla folders…..

Back to the photoshoot…During our initial meet, and the conversations there after, she did not mention that she had a man like mine….one that hates does not care for taking pictures.  I know, you would never be able to tell from the captures of Mike’s style and charm, but I think that all comes from the comfort , love, and ease he has with his bride to be.  They have such history together which makes their love strong and their hearts full.  Congratulations Mike & Lolita, I can’t wait to capture a million more (just kidding, Mike) on your special day in January 2010.