Vickey & Howie in Delray Beach, FL

William Howe Grover Jr. (who is known as Howie to everyone) made a big mistake on Valentine's Day in 1999: he let it pass without flowers, dinner, or any other romantic surprises. To do nothing on Valentine's Day, as Howie now knows, does not score points with one's beloved. So when V-Day rolled around again in 2000, Howie knew he had an opportunity to redeem his record with his girlfriend, Vickey Lau. The Bride Vickey Lau, a victim advocate The Groom William Howe Grover, Jr., a canine handler for the police The Date March 24 And redeem himself he did. Howie concocted a secret plan for the day that began with a walk on the beach and ended on a surprise private sailboat charter, during which he pulled out an engagement ring and proposed to Vickey right on the boat.