Jennifer & Bryan in Annapolis, MD

Bryan was immediately taken with his best friend’s roommate, but only exchanged quick hellos when they were first introduced. He didn’t see Jennifer again until their friend’s wedding, seven years later. Afterward, Bryan sent Jennifer flowers and they had their first date. “I knew after that first date that she was the one,” he says. Sixteen months later, Bryan decorated Jennifer’s home with candles and flower petals while she was at work. The Bride Jennifer Huang, 29, an assistant professor of pharmaceutical practice The Groom Bryan Schneider, 29, a lieutenant in the US Navy The Date May 9 She arrived two hours later than expected, so the house was like a sauna. “Why the heck is it so hot in here?” she asked. Bryan saved the moment by pulling out the ring. When it all finally sunk in, Jennifer said yes.