Sitting at the bar, minding her own business, Johanne and Natalie were approached by Cedric and his friends inquiring why two "non greeks", were attending the event. (Cedric thought since Johanne wasn't a "soror" and didn't know him, she'd be a perfect victim). Johanne and Cedric began to talk, her acting non-interested, him pouring on the sarcasm. After a few French Martinis- that Cedric paid for since he claimed 'he knew teachers were broke', they began to dance. Little did they know each had met their match!

That night, Johanne, smitten by Cedric's intellect and wit took his business card and said she'd THINK about maybe dropping him a line. Cedric, a sucker for smart woman, gave her his necktie and said he'd get it back on there first date. . .

Many emails and countless hours of phone chat later, they had a great first date. . . .with a little help from Zagat (Cedric's nickname for his friend who often directed him on where he should take Johanne out on their dates), and many after that. They enjoy going to the movies, fine dining, politics (No, Johanne is not just a pretty face), traveling and cooking (Yes ladies, Cedric COOKS too)! In the last two & half years they have grown close and they are truly best friends!

After just about 2 and a half years of dating and romance- on Christmas Day 2008, Cedric asked Johanne to marry him in the presence of family and friends at her house in Dix Hills Long Island. How could she say no? Apparently everyone there knew about the proposal except Johanne! She was smitten and surprised. .  . . . .but didn't cry! She's saving the tears for the big day. . .

Cedric and Johanne are enjoying their engagement and look forward to sharing the next chapters of their LOVESTORY with you all in the years to come. . . .

Johanne was born in Brooklyn and grew up in Long Island. Johanne was always surrounded by family, having two sisters and one brother. She went to Mepham High School where she ran track, danced on the kickline and was the class president of her graduating class. Johanne went on to graduate from SUNY Stony Brook with a Bachelors in Psychology. She went on to C.W. Post achieving a Masters Degree in Elementary Education and one in Administration and Leadership and currently works at a charter school in Brooklyn New York. Anyone who has ever met Johanne knows she LOVES children and hopes to start a family of her own! Johanne is a wine enthusiast who during her free time Johanne loves to travel, debate, cook & dance! . . Cedric describes Johanne as smart, sexy and feisty!

Cedric Gaddy was born in Harlem and grew up in the Bronx. Cedric spent much of his time in his father's store learning responsibility at a young age. As a graduate of Broooklyn Technical High School and leader on the football team; Cedric decided to head to New England on a football scholarship.  At American International College he majored in Management Information Systems and continue his collegiate football career as an inside linebacker. One pivotal choice was pledging Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. After remaining in Springfield until 1997 he decided it was time to come home where he began his career in city government.   He is currently the Executive Budget Director of the New York City Department of Small Business Services.  He remains active in his fraternity and doing community service.  Cedric loves to read and watch political pundits debate. . . .Johanne describes Ceric as quick-witted, funny and driven.

Johanne and Cedric at a summer BBQ early in their courtship.

"Rain", a pure bread Shih Tzu, was adopted just a few days after Johanne and Cedric met. He was found in Central Park in a rain storm- hence the name. Such a flirt this dog! Keen, friendly and loves to cuddle. . .he is a definite part of the family!