Sometimes the course of true love runs super-smooth. The couple meet, fall in love and seem destined to live happily ever after. But even the most meant-to-be relationships face their share of hurdles along the way. Smaller obstacles (he works late hours, she's allergic to his dogs) are not only inevitable but can actually help teach couples about communication. But what happens when larger issues come into play: distance, family goals and race? Find out how these three couples overcame their own obstacles -- and how you can make your relationship work, too.
- Emily and Ryan: A Long-Distance Love Affair
- Amy and Chris: Living Childfree by Choice
- Oniece and Paul: Overcoming Interracial Hurdles
Emily: 27
New York, NY
Ryan: 26
Vancouver, B.C.
This deeply-in-love pair met two years ago when each was on vacation with friends in Las Vegas. It's a traditional love-at-first-sight story, and both were instantly infatuated. So what's the fly in this love potion? She lives in New York City and he lives in Vancouver, B.C.

