Colleen & Christopher in Chattanooga, TN

Blind dates seldom succeed, but that was not the case for Colleen and Christopher. Though it helped that Colleen’s roommate (who also happened to be Christopher’s sister) set them up, once they met sparks flew. Some time later Christopher planned a weekend getaway, and he popped the question at his favorite spot overlooking a Wyoming ranch right beneath a big tree. After Colleen said yes, they carved their initials and engagement date into the bark, and set out to plan their wedding in Chattanooga. The Bride Colleen Lela McMahan, 24, human resources generalist The Groom Christopher Webster Canale, jr., 28, vice president of business development The Date April 29 Since Colleen hails from Chattanooga and Christopher attended school there, it was only natural that they plan their wedding in such a special place. To announce their hometown theme, the bride sent out save-the-dates emblazoned with choo-choo trains, and pulled together welcome baskets packed with local goodies and maps of the area.