Eight years ago, I found myself sitting in the hair and makeup chair of Sarah Derosa of @theextensionsuite, in my hotel room on my wedding day. Little did I know, this would be the start of a friendship that would transcend beyond the confines of a beauty studio.

To this day I entrust my hair care needs to Sarah, little did I know when I hired her to do my makeup all those years ago, the connections I made with her were profound, and one such connection was with Sarah, who later became a cherished friend.

This August, life came full circle when I had the privilege of capturing Sarah's engagement in the picturesque setting of Newport, Rhode Island. The experience was doubly special as my husband, Gavin, and I were also celebrating our wedding anniversary. What better way to commemorate our love than by celebrating the love of dear friends!

Newport, with its stunning cliffs and panoramic ocean views, offered the perfect backdrop for this joyous occasion. As a photographer, capturing the essence of love in such a setting was nothing short of inspiring. The happiness in Sarah and Mike's eyes, the love they exuded for each other, the sheer excitement of starting a new chapter together - it was a sight to behold and a moment to freeze in time.

As the day unfolded, every snapshot encapsulated the couple's happiness and their unique love story. Each picture was a testament to their journey together, a journey that I was honored to be a part of. From the initial meet at Sarah's studio to the cliffs of Newport, our friendship had come a long way.

In all, it was a reminder of the beautiful interconnectedness of life - how a simple meeting in a beauty studio could lead to a lifelong friendship and a chance to capture such a significant milestone. It was a celebration of love, friendship, and the beautiful surprises life throws our way.

As I look back at the hashtags of that day - #engagementphotography, #engagementshoot, #engaged, #Engagementphotos, #bostonengagement, #engagementring, #engagement, #weddingphotography, #bostonbride, #newportRI - I'm reminded of the magic we created and the love we celebrated. It was truly a day to remember.