Taira + Rob : Save the Date Photos : Nashville and Murfreesboro Photographer

This post is near and dear to my heart, and there's almost so much of a story to share here that I don't know where to begin.  I met Taira and her husband Rob several years ago when I joined a local wedding vendor group called "The Wedding Shoppe".  Taira and her husband own a local videography company and were heading up this group.  She was so sweet and I just adored her from the start.  Fast forward to a few months after I joined the group, Taira received devastating news.  She was diagnosed with a rare form of stage 3 breast cancer.  I cannot imagine being diagnosed at such a young age, nor can I imagine how hard it must be to try to battle cancer while being self employed, and having a house full of kids who need you.

After a double mastectomy, many chemo sessions and other treatments, Taira's cancer has now progressed to Stage 4 cancer and it has metastasized in her lungs.  But she is fighting it with everything she has and she is winning.  If you'd like to check out her entire story click  HERE or see the Martina video she was featured in HERE.

Her husband Rob is one of the most amazing men I have ever met.  He is so good to her, supports her in every way possible, and urges her to go "natural" without a wig or headpiece.  He is such a great example for his daughters. Taira and Rob never had an actual wedding years ago when they got married, so Rob decided to surprise her with a wedding ceremony this coming March!  He proposed to her all over again, and they are now planning a huge celebration to celebrate their marriage.  Is that not the sweetest thing ever?

They came to see me last week for some save-the-date photos.  I was completely FLOORED with how amazing Taira looks.  You would never know she has cancer.  She is radiant, in such good spirits, and just filled with love and admiration for her husband and family.  She truly is a walking testament to having a strong faith and a joyful heart no matter what the circumstances.  She is going to win this battle and prove all the doctors wrong and I can't wait to see her do it!  Taira and Rob, it was my honor to do these photos for you.  It was SO SO SO good to see you, and I hope you love your previews! 

Much love,
Krista