Same Situation, Far Apart: Happily Married Sarah and Alex (top) met online in North America and now enjoy a face-to-face connection. This couple in Siberia (bottom) lives on a farm and endures cold winters and hard work. Although the couples met in different ways, they are both committed to making a life together.
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DAVE REEDE/AGSTOCK IMAGES/CORBIS
DAVE REEDE/AGSTOCK IMAGES/CORBIS