Kate & Kenneth in Esparto, CA

Kenneth found the profile of Kate on a social networking site. Intrigued by her blog, he sent a friend request, and soon they were chatting online and talking on the phone. For their first date, Kate brought 11 (yes, 11!) friends “for protection,” but Ken quickly won her over. The Bride Kate Whelan, 28, a technical specialist The Groom Kenneth Miller, 29, a software engineer The Date October 4 Nearly two years later, the couple hit the State Fair. Ken set off the metal detectors, but, fortunately, Kate didn’t know an engagement ring was to blame! Later, while they lingered at the top of a Ferris wheel, Ken proposed. Right as they kissed, fireworks went off, which had been part of the master plan all along.