#FromBaetoBeaufort - Chic Virginia Manor Wedding

Amanda and Tajwaar

It goes down in the DM's! Amanda and Tajwaar are two Northern New Jersey Natives who met while in high school. The two went on to attend two amazing Historically Black College and University's (HBCU's), Howard University and Virginia State University. Some time after graduating they reconnected via Instagram and that old flame was reignited. At the time, Amanda was a traveling Physical Therapist living in Atlanta, Georgia and Tajwaar remained in Virginia for work. They were able to keep their love alive  during their long distance relationship but she ultimately ended up joining her love in Virginia. They courted each other for some time until Tajwaar decided it was time to make it official; the couple went on a beautiful baecation to Dubai, UAE where he proposed to her with a pear shaped diamond in front of her friends and family. 

Amanda and Tajwaar had a stunning first look at a memorial in Washington DC and wed at Foxchase Manor in Manassas, Virginia. 

#IssaCelebration

Hi Lovies!!! 

It's Gemini Season! So this past Thursday was my birthday and I'm so blessed to see another year! Birthdays are such a big deal to me because it's an opportunity for a rebirth or rebranding and a celebration of your journey from the year before. I actually love my birthdate (6/1) because it's smack dab in the middle of the year, so I get to evaluate the previous months and make a plan for the ones ahead. And did i mention that I share my special say with two iconic American figures: Marilyn Monroe and Morgan Freeman! 

For my birthday this year I took off from my 9-5, participated in a boot camp class and spent time with my beautiful family; but I also took a moment to reflect on the year. In 2016, 3 Major moments happened to me. 

In 2016 I celebrated being a mom for a full year-that in itself is major. People always say parenting will change your life and if totally has! It's been a challenging and eye opening experience with much reward. I have learned so much from my little guy and I'm truly blessed by his presence

The love of my life and my best friend, proposed to me and asked for my hand in marriage! It was such an an intimate and meaningful experience and yes, planning has commenced! (I'd love to hear what you all are planning for your big day)

Last but definitely not least, I started Radiant Imagery by Jocelyn Renae! This moment was a giant step in fulfilling the desires of my heart. Photography has been a passion of mine for a loooonnnggg time and having the courage and the support of my family pushed me to follow my dreams. In this short time in business I have met some amazing people who have given me a chance and trusted me with the magical moments in their life and I'm so appreciative of them. 

I indulged myself with a couple of self portraits and yummy macaroons !

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