Everyone was so shocked when we finally made it down the aisle.

The geek—the writer—getting the hot popular girl? Married and happily ever after? Nobody really thought it could happen.

Eyebrows were raised when we actually started dating.

Our friends pulled us aside to ask, "Are you sure you know what you're doing?" when we told them that we had decided to move in together.

And when we announced our engagement, nobody believed we were for real. OK, maybe the fact that we forgot that it was April Fool's Day had something to do with it, but still.

To be honest, when I put that ring on her finger, I could hardly believe it myself. I'd known a lot of heartache over the years, and I didn't really see myself getting such a great chance at happiness again.

Now we're on our honeymoon, and, looking at my new wife next to me as we enjoy the spectacular Balinese sunset, I can't help but marvel that it all started with a throwaway conversation—the kind we all toss around just to show each other how witty we are at Studio 60 …


Three years earlier

"Then Andy, it's your lucky day."

"What happened?"

"You get to sleep with Jeannie."

"Oh. OK."