We met in 2004 - Eric was researching OIT (where I had a student website). His step-father worked there and he wanted to meet people after serving in the Navy. It took a few months to start dating but we've been (nearly) inseparable ever since!
We had a whirlwind "day of dates" in Seattle, culminating with the proposal at the Seattle Aquarium, followed by a 5-course vegan feast at Harvest Beat!
We are only registered here on Zola; we have virtually everything we could ask for in terms of home wares so in lieu of physical gifts we would appreciate contributions to our honeymoon/travel fund or charity :)