Alisa & Scott in Cincinnati, OH

Alisa and Scott exchanged vows in the church where Alisa had always dreamed of being married, and celebrated with friends and family at a cozy reception center in Cincinnati. The Bride Alisa Schade, 24, and a public relations associate The Groom Scott Shirk, 29, and a CPA The Date September 28 Several years later, Alisa and Scott planned a vacation to South Beach in Miami to celebrate Scott's birthday. Though they love warm weather, the couple's vacation plans were nearly ruined by a tropical storm. Still, one night Scott insisted the two take a walk on the beach together. Soaking wet and running for cover, Scott stopped suddenly and got down on one knee. Who cares about rain! the happy bride recalls. I had all the shine I needed on my left hand!

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