They say it is important to be friends first.

We echo this sentiment.

Why? Well.. the roses will fade as the winters come, challenges will rise, and if you are friends first with your spouse, rather than just focused on romantic interests, you’re more likely to endure and rise, above. With that, you can of course expect more success to endure the trials together if God is at the center.

Afterall, no matter how beautiful a wedding day is, it is still just one day. The real commitment and life starts after the wedding day - as you continue to do life together. And we recall that it is best to find someone you are compatible with - someone you can suffer with in this life and endure. (“Compatible” come from the Latin term “Compati” which means “to suffer with”, thanks @JasonEvert for that important love and life tip!)

We were so honored to be the hired photography team to capture not just their Engagement session but also their Wedding Day, for the wonderful Mr. & Mrs. Sucharski. Their whole day was filled with joy, laughter, and true heart, as they were truly dialed in on the adventure of a lifetime: the sacrament of Holy Matrimony. We also were so honored to work with TeQoa of Blaq Pearl Photography as our second photographer for this long and fulfilling wedding day.

Their day started out at a private residence in Wilbraham and Ludlow, MA for bride and groom getting ready (so helpful to have a second photographer to capture both!). Then, we helped set up a “First Prayer” moment for them, where they could be together for a moment of prayer and offering the day to the Lord in thanks. The Love was so palpable and we all tried not to cry! Of course, then, the big moment— the Bride and Groom were married at the gorgeous Divine Mercy Parish in Three Rivers, MA, presided by Fr. Stefan Niemczyk (who was not only reverent but also very funny!!). Lastly, they celebrated this new chapter with friends and loved ones at Old Country Banquet in Enfield, CT.

Without further ado, here are some of our photography favorites from their traditional Polish American Catholic Wedding Day.