"I feel so fortunate and happy to be with him.

Jennifer Lopez said that this time with Ben Affleck felt different.

The actress from "Hustlers" spoke out about her happiness in a People Magazine cover story.

The 52-year old admitted that he's never felt better. It's simply that we are all living in a very beautiful moment.

She said that Affleck made her feel "so lucky, happy, and proud" to be with her. It's a beautiful love story and we were given another chance.

Ben and Jennifer first dated in 2002 and 2004. They got engaged in 2004, but they called off their nuptial plans. The couple reconnected last spring, with reservations about how the media would react to their reunion. Lopez said they had a bit of fear and thought back to how they were "previously putting [our relationship] out and we were naive, and it got a little trampled."

The couple has now admitted their mistakes and are being careful about how they present their relationship to the public. "Wow, we're so happy, and we don't want any to come into play again," said the "On The Floor” singer.

"We are older, smarter, more experienced, at different points in our lives, have children now, so we need to be aware of these things. It is a wonderful time for us all, and we are so protective.

She said, "I feel very lucky to be in an intimate relationship that is loving and happy, and I want everything to protect it and keep it safe." It is worthy of that, it truly does. It is sacred to us."

Although they share a history, Lopez and Affleck have made this a new experience.

It's amazing how it feels so different from years ago. ... Lopez stated that there's more appreciation and celebration of it. Lopez said, "When you love someone and find them, you have a second chance at it." This is something that's rare, precious, and beautiful. We don't take it as a given.

She speaks out about the evolution of their relationship and the growth they have witnessed in each other. "To see him as the person, human being, father that he's today, the partner that is he -- he's so everything I knew he was and wanted be.

Jennifer isn't sure what the future holds for Affleck. However, she says this: "I just want my life to be filled with love and happiness with my children, and my partner." Everyone wants happiness, and to have someone to share the journey with as they age, and that is what I feel right now.

Her new movie, "Marry Me", is scheduled to hit theaters February 11. Lopez is a pop star who marries an unknown man, played by Owen Wilson. This happens after Maluma discovers her fiance having an affair.

According to the actress, the role was "really enjoyable and cathartic" because it "showed a little bit of what it's like to live in public."

Jennifer sings original songs with Maluma. She is also co-producing the film. Jennifer stated that the songs "tell the story just as well."

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Title: Jennifer Lopez Opens Up About Ben Affleck, How It's Different This Time
Sourced From: toofab.com/2022/02/01/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-rekindling-romance/
Published Date: Tue, 01 Feb 2022 19:01:54 +0000

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