Eric and Karissa’s friendship began when they both moved to Japan to teach at Tokyo International University. Their friendship quickly turned into something more, when Karissa made the first move and confessed that she liked him 6 months later. From that day, 9/6/2014, they knew it was something special. (To remind themselves, they celebrate on the 6th of every month). Over the past 3 and 1/2 years, they have had the opportunity to travel Japan and visit places all over the world. On one of their adventures, they headed to Peru to volunteer for a summer. At the end of that great summer they did a 3 day hike to Machu Picchu. When they finally made it and were exploring the amazing city, Eric got down on one knee and popped the question as many llamas watched. A very surprised Karissa said yes!! Their life together has been an adventure since the very beginning and they are so excited to start their greatest adventure yet!