Avery & Andy in Jekyll Island, GA

When Avery was introduced to Andy, she had eyes for him immediately. Though they dated for the next three years long-distance while they attended different colleges, the two broke up after they graduated and started working. They stayed in touch, though, and after two years decided to try dating again. The Bride Avery Thibadeau, 26, assistant editor The Groom Andy VanPelt, 26, project engineer The Date November 3 Six months later, the two were walking on the beach in Florida when Andy proposed. Avery had dreamt of having her wedding on Jekyll Island ever since she was a little girl, so it was only fitting that the couple wed there. They chose Crane Cottage for its natural setting overlooking the marsh and exchanged vows in the garden.