A Church Wedding in Chicago, IL

Ashley and Michael met through Ashley’s brother, who worked for Michael. Once they were introduced, it was obvious to Ashley that Michael was interested in her; he kept showing up for haircuts at the salon where she worked! The Bride Ashley Granfeldt, 30, hair stylist The Groom Michael Neri, 31, business owner The Date June 6 Michael asked Ashley on quite a few dates before she actually accepted one of his invitations. But that first, casual date changed everything. Five-and-a-half years later, Michael and Ashley were passing around presents with Ashley’s family on Christmas Eve when he told her he had one more gift for her -- an engagement ring. The couple had a year-and-a-half-long engagement and used all 18 months to plan their day.