Our adventure began in July 2018 when we first met during an unplanned dinner with our common friends. After the dinner, we took the train together because we lived in the same area (and weirdly, our workplace was just across each other as well). We learnt we have numerous shared interests; cycling, skating, watching anime, etc.. These common passions drew us closer, and we quickly developed a strong friendship. The chapter of our courtship season started in December 2018 and then came the engagement season in September 2019.

In April 2020, our intention was to celebrate our wedding in the Philippines. However, the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic forced us to abandon that original plan. Despite the circumstances, we proceeded with our wedding, albeit with a significant twist. Rather than the traditional in-person ceremony and reception in an idyllic location, we adapted to the times and held an online Zoom wedding. We were likely among the pioneers to embrace this unconventional setup. It was a beautiful experience nonetheless, as our dear family and friends witnessed the ceremony up close on their screens.

After spending several months together in a cozy one-bedroom apartment, we felt that the moment had come for us to start our family.. We prayed, we fasted and God answered. In January 2021, we found out we were pregnant and fast-forward to Oct 2021, our answered prayer, Hopesie, was born.

And our adventures as a family continues…