Merry Christmas from The de Myers!

When they saw the star they rejoiced with great joy!

Matthew 2:10

May the spirit of this holiday season fill your heart and your home!

Merry Christmas!

The de Myers

And here are our annual matching PJ photos (Steve's favorite 😉)

Jack is 9!

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I wish time slowed down a little. 

As I am trying to savor these precious moments of our kids wanting our company, wanting us to watch their sports, and their activities, or sharing their experiences with us, I realize how quickly time passes...

Jack turns 9 today and he is still the sweetest, kindest boy.

His obsession with sports continues with football being his favorite! He played another season of football on the Randolph Bulldogs and had his first catch in a game against another town. 

He went to his first NFL game (NY Giants vs. Chicago Bears) and loved the experience so much we were back at the stadium for another game - NY Jets vs Chicago Bears this time (Chi Bears is Steve's favorite team, Go Bears!!).

Jack also enjoys baseball and even got a few tips from one of our neighbors - Wilmer Difo who used to play for the Washington Nationals. He also went to his first Yankees game!

And let's not forget about basketball which he just started to play :) but has been practicing shooting hoops outside and around the house for weeks!

Outside of sports, Jack still enjoys playing piano which, by the way, was his idea from the start, and we get to enjoy his "private" home concerts very much ;) 

A math wiz, solving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division equations the fastest in his class!  (proud mama). And an avid chess player - working on winning against Steve :)

Happy Birthday, Jack! 

Words cannot express how much we love and adore you! 

Here are a few favorite moments from this past year...

(captured on my camera and iPhone)

Laura + Adam • Bear Brook Valley Wedding

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Laura & Adam waited a few extra months to finally have their wedding!

They tied the knot in an intimate beach ceremony in the fall of 2020 and planned to celebrate big the following year.

And what a celebration it was!!

From all the gorgeous details, florals, and "Laura & Adam Fun Fact" napkins, to the epic sunset skies and sweeping views of Bear Brook Valley grounds, the day could not have been more perfect!

And the night would not have been complete without an awesome glow stick party!!

Congratulations, Laura & Adam! 

And Happy 1st Wedding Anniversary!!

Aleksandra + Mark • Intimate Mohawk House Wedding

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Aleksandra and Mark were planning a big Polish wedding in the bride's hometown of Jastrzębie Zdrój in Poland. But life had other ideas and due to the global pandemic they had to change their plans. 

Last November Aleksandra and Mark exchanged their vows in a church ceremony here in New Jersey followed by an intimate dinner at one of their favorite restaurants, Mohawk House in Sparta. 

Surrounded by their families and closest friends, their celebration so perfectly matched who they were as a couple.

It was such an honor to not only capture their beautiful day but to celebrate with them as a guest. 

Congratulations, Aleksandra & Mark! 

And a Happy 1st Wedding Anniversary!

I am so thankful for our friendship and your trust in me to document this joyous occasion!

Kaitlyn + Tim • Orange Lawn Tennis Club Wedding

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This fall wedding was such a beautiful celebration of Kaitlyn & Tim's love and commitment to one another. 

Their day was filled with so many stunning and meaningful details and a few Indian traditions incorporated by the couple to honor the groom's culture.

Before heading to church Tim participated in a prayer and blessing session with his parents and other members of his family. 

Kaitlyn chose burgundy sarees with rose gold blouses for her bridesmaids.

Their Catholic ceremony included two very important rituals: the tying of the thali and the wedding saree. 

Thali is a leaf shaped pendant with a cross made of seven beads that Tim placed around Kaitlyn's neck. It signifies the bond of marriage. 

The wedding saree (manthrokodi) is a gift to the bride from the groom and his family. Tim put the saree over Kaitlyn's head in a veil-like fashion. This tradition reflects the groom's promise to provide for the bride. 

Later, during their reception at the Orange Lawn Tennis Club, Kaitlyn changed into the manthrokodi with the help of Tim's mom and sister. 

It was such an honor to be part of this absolutely incredible day!

Congratulations, Kaitlyn & Tim!

Sara + Dean • New Jersey Botanical Garden Engagement

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It was a perfect summer evening for an engagement session! 

I met with Sara & Dean at the gorgeous New Jersey Botanical Garden and enjoyed getting to know them and their love story. 

How They Met

"Dean and I met sophomore year (2014) at The College of New Jersey. His friends lived on the same floor as me and he was around often. My friends and I became friends with his friends and eventually he asked me on a date."

First Date
"Dean asked me to go to lunch with him in Princeton at Winberries. After lunch we walked around the town and went to different stores."

The Proposal
"Dean and I stayed in Hoboken for a long weekend in November 2021. On the morning of November 6 we went for a walk on the pier where he proposed. Afterwards, we went to brunch looking out to the river and NYC skyline."

Sara & Dean love going out to eat, playing word games together, shopping, relaxing and watching their favorite TV shows.
Sara about Dean: "I love his kind heart, his goofy personality, and how he is always there for me no matter what."

Dean about Sara: "I love how caring and gentle she is and is always encouraging me to be the best I can be."

Congratulations, Sara & Dean! 

I am so excited to capture your wedding day tomorrow! 

Katie + Alex • Morristown Engagement Session

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Katie + Alex's engagement session last March may have left me with frozen fingers and toes, but I sure enjoyed spending that chilly afternoon getting to know them and their love story! 

Their adorable Frenchie, Frankie, joined in for a few photos and we even had a few snowflakes adding some extra magic! 

Congratulations, Katie & Alex!

I am so excited to capture you wedding day TOMORROW!

Audrey + Clinton • StoneHouse At Stirling Ridge Wedding

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Audrey and Clinton had to postpone their wedding a few times but the celebration was so worth the wait!

Every detail of their day was absolutely perfect!

The couple exchanged their vows during a traditional Catholic ceremony at Seton Hall University Chapel. 

On our way to the venue we stopped at the beautiful Reeves-Reed Arboretum for the bride & groom portraits, as well as their wedding party photos. 

The festivities continued at The Stone House At Stirling Ridge with a night of dancing and celebrating the newlyweds!

Read their love story here: 

Audrey & Clinton's Love Story

Happy Father's Day!

"FATHER: a son's first hero... and a daughter's first love." 

~ Unknown

Happy Father's Day to all the awesome papas out there and to my amazing hubby!

Hope your day is full of fun and relaxation! 

Thank you for everything you do, for your patience and wisdom, guidance and love!

I am also sending wishes to my dad in Poland.

Kocham Cię, Tato!

Rachel + Greg • Indian Trail Club Wedding

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Rachel & Greg celebrated BIG, one year after their intimate beach minimony!

Long awaited, the day was finally here, and they were ready to make it official!

Their ceremony was held overlooking the lake at Indian Trail Club in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey.

During the cocktail hour their guests were able to enjoy the outdoor patio and beautiful sunset views.

Rachel & Greg's reception was filled with so much joy and excitement for the newlyweds, great food, drinks, and lots of dancing!

Congratulations to The New Mr & Mrs Schwartz!!

Nicole + Michael • Nanina's In The Park Wedding

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Nicole & Michael's wedding day had to be postponed as many other 2020 weddings. 

Waiting a few months longer made their celebration that much more exciting and grand!

Their ceremony was held in the beautiful Immaculate Conception Church in Montclair. 

Before heading to the venue, we stopped for their portraits at a park where their pup, Rosie, made a guest appearance.

 Their celebration continued at the gorgeous Nanina's In the Park. 

Congratulations, Nicole & Michael!

Wishing you a lifetime of love, happiness, and laughter! 

Happy Mother's Day!

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“A mother is always the beginning. She is how things begin.” —Unknown

Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful mamas! 

I hope today brings you all the love and happiness you deserve.

And a very Happy Mother's Day to my beloved Mom in Poland!

Thank you for being someone I could always look up to.

I feel so blessed to have you as my Mom.

I love you!

Vicki + Zach • Bear Creek Mountain Resort Wedding

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What a gorgeous day it was!!!

Despite a little bit of rain, Vicki and Zach's wedding celebration was nothing short of perfection. 

The couple tied the knot in a church ceremony surrounded by their families and friends, and continued the festivities at Bear Creek Mountain Resort.

Lots of dancing, great food and drinks, and sparklers to end the night! 

Congratulations, Vicki + Zach!

Thank you for letting me share in this joyous day! Wishing you all the best!