Roger and Aleena’s wedding was special to us in a number of ways. First, it was in Trinidad, giving us the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful country, warm figuratively and (very much) literally. Second, it was at La Soledad Estate, a venue that was originally built to produce two of the most important substances on Earth: coffee and chocolate. But mostly we appreciated it because of Roger and Aleena.

Roger is a talented wedding photographer, and it is always an exciting honor to get to turn the lens on someone so savvy and knowledgeable. Aleena is an airline pilot, which not only came in handy for meeting them in person but shows her incredible drive and intelligence. But more than anything we were awed in how kind and calm they are together.

Picture this: You are having the wedding in the heart of your country’s dry season. You wake up to a forecast of zero percent chance of rain. And then, an hour before your outdoor wedding, the skies open into a downpour. I can’t say they were overjoyed, but they took it all in stride, just enjoying the day and their time together, and thankfully it stopped just in time for the ceremony.

Thank you both for caring so much for us throughout our entire stay in Trinidad. You showed us unmatched hospitality, having numerous overseas planning meetings with us, greeting us at our hotel on arrival and escorting us to the car at the end of your wedding. No other couple has ever done that on their wedding night! We will never forget your kindness, and the vibrancy of your family and friends. And we are so excited about the prospect of seeing you in New York again soon!