In this heartfelt and hilariously candid episode of The Love Story Podcast, host Ashley Green is joined by her fiancé Jesse Formanek for a raw, real conversation about how they met, fell in love, and navigated the twists and turns of building a relationship—despite not being "ready" at first.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• The awkward first date that turned into something unforgettable
• Jesse’s honest reflection on sobriety, validation, and emotional growth
• Ashley’s journey from single motherhood to building a furniture business
• How they navigated boundaries, mixed signals, and the “situationship” phase
• The moment that changed everything (yes, it involves sanding a table!)
• Why their second chance at love stuck—and how they’re growing together today

Why This Episode Matters: This episode is for anyone who’s ever loved someone at the “wrong time,” dealt with emotional baggage, or wondered if it’s possible to get it right after getting it wrong. It’s honest, funny, and full of relatable moments about vulnerability, timing, and what it really takes to choose each other—again and again.

Key Topics Covered:

• Real-life love stories
• Emotional intimacy and relationships
• Sobriety and self-awareness in dating
• Blended families and parenting
• Entrepreneurship and creative careers
• Healing from past trauma
• Boundaries and communication

Perfect For Listeners Who Love:

• Raw relationship talk
• Couples who keep it real
• Personal growth stories
• Dating after divorce or trauma
• Honest conversations about mental health and sobriety

🎙️ Mentioned in the Episode:

• Ashley’s journey as a furniture upholsterer
• Jesse’s sobriety and mental health evolution
• Their first date at Old Capitol and Jimmy’s Poor House
• Life with kids, work, and love in Sartell, Minnesota

Capturing the Magic of Every Love Story.

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