Karrie & Michael in Ashland, OH

At first, Karrie and Michael’s relationship was strictly business -- he rented an apartment from her in Cleveland. A friendship began, and the two realized they had feelings for each other (although Michael says he had a crush on Karrie from day one!). The Bride Karrie Ploss, an account executive for The Knot The Groom Michael Nowak, an executive chef The Date July 11 A year-and-a-half later, the couple was relaxing with a glass of wine when Michael started reminiscing about their relationship. Karrie thought it was strange he was recapping the whole thing -- until Michael popped the question and everything made sense. Elated, Karrie quickly accepted, and the two spent the next eight months planning an outdoor, eco-friendly wedding on a local farm.