The pairs of identical twins spend so much time together it only seemed natural for the two men to propose marriage simultaneously, albeit about 20 miles apart.
"We have such a good time together," Jason said. "We're content to just hang out. We get along so well, we can have a great time just doing nothing."
Because of the rarity of their situation, the Macomb County couples -- Amy and Jennifer Hartkorn, and Jeff and Jason Schmelzer -- may appear on national television to tell their story. CBS-TV's "Good Morning America" has been in contact with them for a possible appearance.
The couples plan to marry next fall in a double ceremony. They haven't chosen a place yet, but honeymoons at the same location seem likely.
With the men checking their synchronized watches, the women received their diamond rings at 9 p.m. Nov. 12 -- Jennifer in her St. Clair Shores home and Amy in her Washington Township home. The women reacted similarly: "Are you serious?" Both had thought the proposals would come on a holiday or other special day.
But Jeff and Jason said they wanted to ask the important question during the routine of daily life. After all, they'll be sharing thousands of typical days -- and some special days -- for the next 50