While enjoying a girls' day at Cedarburg's Strawberry festival, Renee received her very first message on the Match dating app she had signed up for the day before. His message was read out loud, his pictures were carefully scrutinized, and ultimately the girls gave their unanimous approval. Eric and Renee met for dinner that very night at the Milwaukee Ale House, which turned into drinks at The Wicked Hop, which turned into more drinks at Ugly's. Although the night became blurrier, their future became crystal clear.

After a romantic dinner at The Fitz, Eric and Renee explored the lobby of The Ambassador hotel where black and white photographs of brides and grooms decorated the walls. "Look at all the beautiful brides," Renee sighed, hoping that her day would come soon. They returned home for a quiet night in, but before Renee was two feet in the door, Eric was down on one knee and asked the one question that made her dreams come true.