How I knew: "We knew there wasn't anyone else out there who would put up with either of us," Sarbin jokes.

My advice: Sarbin says it's all about overlooking small faults and keeping the playfulness in the relationship. " (Before you tie the knot, make sure you and your S. have these 3 Conversations You Must Have Before 'I Do.')Barbara Jacobs How we met: When Target manager Barbara met K-Mart stocker Jim, their retail rivalry didn't get in the way of love.

" So they marched down to the Justice of the Peace and made it official.

Their first date was a July 4th party—by September 4 they were husband and wife.

How I knew: "Labor Day was the only weekend we both had off for the rest of the year!

Four kids and 11 years later, they're still singing together.

How I knew: "I wanted to marry Nate the moment I saw him, before I ever even spoke to him."My advice: "Be more concerned for the happiness of your spouse above your own.

Plenty of couples mark many milestones together before deciding whether to take the leap from dating to mating.