Jessika & Jeff in Fullerton, CA

When Jessika moved into her college dorm she had no idea she'd meet her future husband, Jeff. Jessika roomed with Jeff's cousin and they casually hung out through mutual friends. However, it wasn't until they reunited years later at a friend's wedding that they really had a connection. Though Jessika was disappointed Jeff didn't ask her out that night, her excitement was restored when he sent her a MySpace message. Since Jessika was miles away in Texas getting her masters degree, they continued to talk online and planned to meet over Thanksgiving. After dinner, a movie, and endless hours of conversation, the pair decided to date long-distance. The Bride Jessika Doolittle, 25, social worker The Groom Jeff Ahlberg, 28, volunteer coordinator The Date September 9 They exchanged love poems and phone calls for over a year. Then, on Jeff's birthday, the couple met at the beach and reread their love poems to each other. As a surprise, Jeff wrote a poem that ended with you'll grant me my wish by accepting this ring. Nine months later the couple wed in an outdoor ceremony.