Erin and Nate met through mutual friends in college. She was attending Carroll University in Waukesha while Nate was attending UW-Whitewater. Erin's friend from high school, who was also attending UW-Whitewater invited her down for a party. Nate, also at that party, asked Erin to be his partner in some drinking games. 8 years later, Nate is still Erin's favorite person to stand next to with a beer in hand.
Friday, February 15 Nate and Erin went out for drinks at Camp Bar in the Third Ward. A few Old Fashioneds and pull tabs later, Nate surprised Erin with taking her to dinner at Harbor House. Before going inside, they went out to the shore of Lake Michigan to look at the skyline. Nate got down on one knee and popped the question.