Briana & Nathan in Chicago, IL

Nathan had some help when it came time to propose to Briana. For her birthday, he took her out to dinner with friends. The Bride Briana Roadruck, 27, senior sales manager The Groom Nathan Merrill, 28, pharmacist The Date September 1 While they were out, Briana's sister and Nathan's brother adorned their apartment with tons of candles and flowers. They even put our pug in a tux for the occasion, remembers Briana. As the couple entered the apartment, Briana -- realizing what was about to happen -- started crying. After Nathan's proposal, they went downstairs to a neighbor's apartment to show off the ring. To Briana's surprise, their friends and family were waiting there to celebrate with the happy couple.