Matt and Maria have known each other since they were 8 years old when they both were in Mr. Titcombe's third grade class. All throughout elementary, middle, and high school they were friends but never anything more. Although, Matt used to always try to convince Maria to go on a date with him ;) It wasn't until 17 years after they met that Maria finally went on a date with Matt. And now here they are getting married! I guess what they say is true, everything you are searching for is right in front of you.