Kristen & Seth in Slanesville, WV

While Seth was leading a ministry in New York City, Kristen was called in as a guest speaker. The two became fast friends, and all it took was Kristen accepting a date from another guy for Seth to make his move. The Bride Kristen Somody, 31, photographer The Groom Seth Whalen, 27, model, actor, and small business owner The Date July 21 It was Kristen’s birthday and Seth had decided to propose in Central Park. He told her he wanted to play her a song. Pulling out headphones and an iPod, he played “Darlin’ Companion,” covered by Johnny Cash and June Carter. When he took off the headphones mid-song, Kristen was surprised to hear the song still playing behind her -- performed by five of their friends singing and playing the guitar. After the song, Seth read Kristen a poem and proposed.