Kari & Robb in Grayslake, IL

When he moved to the Chicago area, it didn't take Robb long to make friends. Kari was one of his earliest introductions. After they met in a training class taught by Kari, Robb took a job with Kari's company, and the two began dating. The Bride Kari Daubenberger, 33, software manager The Groom Robb Allen, 31, manager at a software company The Date September 23 One weekend, Robb lured Kari to the city under the guise of going to a party. He even had friends play along, sending text messages that gave directions. After dinner at their favorite pizza place, Robb led Kari to a hotel room filled with flower petals and candles. M&M's that read Will you and marry me were arranged in the shape of a question mark on a table. After she said yes, the two spent a romantic night in Chicago and celebrated the following night with close friends.