Meredith & Luiz: A Traditional Wedding in West Islip, NY

When Meredith posted an online personal ad describing her ideal guy, Luiz just knew she was describing him. The ad was Meredith’s first and last posting because soon afterward Meredith agreed to go on a date with Luiz -- “I chose to write Luiz because, well, he sent me four emails,” she says. The Bride Meredith McGreevy, 32, Spanish teacher The Groom Luiz Nunes, 33, construction company owner The Date June 2 For her 32nd birthday, six months after their first date, the two had planned a big trip to visit friends, and Luiz had planned a surprise proposal for that night. Unfortunately, Meredith’s grandmother passed away, and all the plans had to be changed. To cheer her up, Luiz proposed the very same night, and at that moment they decided that they wanted to get married as soon as possible. A short six weeks later, Meredith and Luiz exchanged vows in Meredith’s childhood church.