A Wedding Story Season 24

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Katie and Alex Oct 12, 2004 Katie and Alex met on the phone when he would call into her company's phone board. Short chats turned into long conversations, and soon the two fell in love. Now six years later, they prepare to exchange vows and pledge their undying love to each other.

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Nupur and Brian Oct 14, 2004 Nupur and Brian had the same reaction upon first seeing one another at a company meeting: "Who is that?" They soon began dating. Their cultures have never been an obstacle to their relationship and they will be married in a mixed Christian/Hindu ceremony.

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Laura and Sloane Oct 15, 2004 Sloane worked hard to keep all of his dates with Laura fun and interesting. For his proposal at the Miami Seaquarium, he had the ring delivered to Laura by a dolphin. Now, after ten months of planning and hard work, will rain ruin their outdoor ceremony?

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Allison and Patrick Oct 25, 2004 Allison and Patrick grew up a few blocks from each other but never met until after college. A night out with friends finally brought them together and by the end of the night Patrick proclaimed his love for Allison. Two years later, he proposed.

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Heather & Mike Oct 26, 2004 WS025 Heather & Mike Heather and Mike met when she auditioned to be a back-up singer in his band, and it wasn't long before their casual flirting at rehearsals evolved into something much more. Despite trying to scare each other off with horror stories of past relationships, both Heather and Mike quickly realized this one was extraordinary. Following a romantic seaside proposal, they've planned a rock-n-roll wedding near the beach that reflects their creative personalities, including a 6 foot saxophonist named Man Bear and the Celtic ritual of tying their hands together with ribbons symbolizing their vows. These two will actually tie the knot.

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Sasha & Rick Oct 27, 2004 Leaving her native Hawaii to pursue her career as a chef, Sasha always thought that the path would lead her to the culinary capital, New York City. Meanwhile, Rick, an east coast pastry chef on his own westward journey, stepped into her life and vowed to never walk out of it. Now three years after their bicoastal journeys collided, surrounded by their east and west coast family and friends, Sasha and Rick prepare to unite their very different backgrounds in a laid-back, Hawaiian-style wedding.

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Kimberly & Barrie Oct 28, 2004 Kimberly & Barrie Kimberly and Barrie are from opposite sides of the world. The two met in a London pub, although neither is English. Kimberly is American, and Barrie is from Cape Town, South Africa. After dating for a few months, Barrie took Kim home to South Africa to meet his mother, who took an instant liking to her son's new girlfriend. But with Kim's visa running out, Barrie quit his job in London and decided to return to New York to be with her. Their first step in the States was a seven-week road trip through across the country. After being together 24/7 for almost two months and having a great time, Barrie knew he had made the right decision. He felt if Kim could put up with him during the trip she was the person he wanted to spend his life with. Their hectic wedding preparations include Kimberly's 85-year old aunt from North Carolina who's making the wedding dress by hand.

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Kristin & Jeffrey Nov 29, 2004 Kristin and Jeff met as undergrads at UC Riverside when he tutored her in physics. Jeff was immediately smitten, but only after helping her earn an A did Kristin agree to go out with him. They immediately became an exclusive couple but medical schools, residency programs, and family illness would keep them on opposite sides of the country for ten years. Despite the distance, both Kristin and Jeff fought with absolute love and devotion to keep their relationship alive. After finishing his psychology residency in New York, Jeff took a position in the Sacramento area where he patiently waits for Kristin to join him after she completes her pediatric residency in Los Angeles. Their wedding celebration reflects their diverse backgrounds, mixing traditional Vietnamese and Catholic rituals with a Hawaiian flair.

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Emily & Keith Nov 30, 2004 Emily and Keith met on their first day of work at a law firm, and were instantly attracted to each other. Both were dating other people, though, and office relationships were frowned upon, so it took a while for the two to get together. It finally happened at a karaoke party for a co-worker, when all their work friends drifted away, leaving Emily and Keith alone. Keith told Emily he was crazy about her, and she said, "I know," before admitting that she felt the same way. Later that night, they shared their first kiss on a park bench, where several months later, Keith would return to propose.

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Sheila & Ali Dec 1, 2004 WS930 Sheila & Ali Growing up in the United States, Sheila always identified with American culture more than with the Persian culture of her parents. It was not until Ali, a fellow Iranian-American, stepped into her life that she realized the beauty and richness of the Persian culture she had been missing out on. Now, with a new found sense of identity and the man she loves by her side, Sheila attempts to combine two very distinct cultures into new wedding tradition. The only thing she needs to do now is to brush-up on her Farsi in time for the ceremony!

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Kelli & Shana Dec 2, 2004 Shana joked on her 25th birthday that she was going to find a wife. By the end of the night she met Kelli and after only two dates they fell in love. Getting on the same page about marriage, however, took a bit longer. After seven years, the couple has finally decided to exchange vows. As the wedding approaches, they're enjoying the fun and frustration of planning a non-traditional ceremony complete with a friend officiating, hot pink bridal gown, and cupcakes instead of a cake.

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Brooke & Brooks Jan 3, 2005 When Brooke first met Brooks at work, she recalls him as way too cocky and immature to catch her eye. Thus their lives headed down separate paths, leading to separate marriages and two children for Brooks. Years later their paths crossed again, and this time they were ready for each other. Fatherhood had matured Brooks into the man of her dreams, while just the sight of Brooke stole his heart. A deep friendship quickly blossomed and by the time they had their first date, both Brooke and Brooks knew they were meant to be together, forever. Their wedding is the ultimate romantic expression, with every detail exuding elegance and style.

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Stella & Josh Jan 4, 2005 WS933 Stella & Josh Think planning one wedding is difficult? Try two. When college sweethearts Stella and Josh started planning their ceremony, they quickly realized their modern ideas were at odds with Stella's Russian Jewish family's traditional desires. Instead of trying to combine the two, they decided to have two separate ceremonies. The couple is quickly learning that double the ceremonies bring double the work and stress and double the fun.

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Annie & James Jan 5, 2005 Annie & James College sweethearts, Annie & James, share a love for exotic trips and exploration. It was on a trip to South Africa, after cage diving with great white sharks, when James finally proposed to Annie on a mountaintop overlooking Cape Town. Their wedding combines their love of travel with their respective family traditions, including a Chinese tea ceremony with the elders of her family and a surprise Filipino wedding dance performance for him.

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Mariann & Carl Jan 6, 2005 Mariann and Carl first met on an online bulletin-board service, before the internet was the internet, in their words. When the service shut down, a group of the board's users decided to get together in Manhattan, converging on Grand Central Terminal's Track 25. Mariann and Carl hit it off, eventually splitting from the group and spending the evening together. They started dating soon afterward. When Carl went into the hospital for surgery, Mariann visited him every day, opening Carl's eyes and her own to their strong love for each other. They've been together for nine years, and now the two will make it official in an interfaith ceremony at New York's Grand Central Terminal where they first set eyes on each other.

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Enyinne & Doug Jan 10, 2005 Enyinne & Doug When Enyinne moved to the U.S. from St. Lucia, she was very sheltered and had never even been on a date. Who would have guessed her first date would be with her future husband, Doug? It hasn't been an easy road for the couple, as they've had to overcome their vastly different cultures, backgrounds and religions. Now they're looking forward to bringing together their diverse families for a wedding that combines and celebrates all their differences.

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Qiana & Randy Jan 11, 2005 Qiana was skeptical about being set up with someone from church. It seemed unlikely that she had overlooked a decent single guy, but Randy's sister insisted they'd hit it off. She was right. Randy was the man of Qiana's dreams, and less than two years later, with their close-knit families by their sides, the two prepare to become a family of their own.

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Lisa & Eric Jan 12, 2005 WS938 Lisa & Eric Lisa and Eric met while working on a presidential campaign, and fell in love while crisscrossing the country to drum up support. After election day, Lisa moved from her hometown of Seattle to be with Eric in New York. When Eric ran for New York's city council to represent the district where he grew up, Lisa quit her job and ran his campaign. The result was a victory and a proposal. Lisa and Eric will be married in the church Eric's family has attended for generations, and the ceremony has been opened up to Eric's entire constituency.

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Connie & Samuel Jan 13, 2005 Connie was singing in church with her eyes closed and when she opened them, she caught Sam staring at her with an unwavering gaze. It was truly love at first sight. They officially began dating when Sam purchased season passes for Disneyland. Five years and countless trips to the Magic Kingdom later, Sam took Connie on what was seemingly just another Valentine's Day date to Disneyland. As the crowds were thinning down and the swans were gathering under the wooden footbridge in front of the castle, Sam dropped to one knee and asked Connie to make him the happiest man on Earth. Their wedding combines their strong ties to their families, their unending faith in God, and their love of all things Disney.

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Tara & Maciej Jan 18, 2005 They say the third times a charm and Tara & Maciej are hoping the third time actually happens. After planning an elaborate Florida wedding, a hurricane swept through and cancelled their first ceremony. A few weeks later, another hurricane caused the cancellation of their second ceremony. Giving up on Florida, the couple decided to move the wedding to New York where they first met. Now, they're hoping their guests will make a third trip to celebrate with them and that Mother Nature doesn't rear her ugly head.