Smitten by Nancy, Charlie chased her down at a charity walk. Lisa, landlocked in Florida, fell for Thomas as his ship crossed the Mediterranean, and agreed to marry him before meeting face-to-face. Ready to give up, Penny gave online dating one last try – and there was Ray “with a twinkle in his eye.”
No two Valentine’s stories are alike.
Still, there’s inspiration to be found in the way couples meet and realize they’ll be weaving their lives together.
For example, if you feel like playing matchmaker for single friends, it might be an OK idea. A fourth of those who are married or in committed relationships say they met through friends – the most common way for U.S. couples to get together, an Associated Press-WE tv poll found.
Looking for love at school or work remains ever-popular.