Lisa & Mike in Coraopolis, PA

Lisa and Mike first met at a work event. They didn’t start dating right away -- actually, they weren’t even friends at first, but Lisa says, “That was a moment we both remember so vividly, and we know that’s what started it all.” The two got to know each other, and after a few months Mike’s “patience and persistence” paid off as Lisa finally realized that they “were meant to be more than just friends.” The Bride Lisa Ziviello, 31, project manager The Groom Mike Padnes, 29, writer and producer The Date September 29 The couple soon had their first date on Lisa’s birthday -- Mike surprised her with a slice of carrot cake (her favorite). A year and nine months later, Mike made Lisa a relaxing dinner at home. Later in the evening, he asked, “Did you like dinner?” She replied, “I liked dinner a lot.” He then asked, “Do you like me?” She replied, “Well, I love you!” Mike then pulled out a ring box and asked her to marry him. “I was so surprised,” Lisa says. “It was perfect.”