In a surprising twist of fate, a nanny’s journey transformed from near dismissal to a passionate romance.
Krystle Romano, a 30-year-old mother, recently shared her unique love story and the initial resistance from her new family, sparking candid conversations about their unconventional marriage.
A Unique Meeting
Krystle met her husband, Ben, 50, back in 2014 while working as a nanny for his three children.
At just 23 years old, she never imagined that her role as their caretaker would evolve into a loving partnership.
The two recently opened up about their experiences on Truly’s Love Don’t Judge, shedding light on the transition from employee to stepmother.
Kids’ Initial Reactions
When Ben’s children learned about their father’s relationship with Krystle, their initial reaction was one of skepticism.
“At first, I thought it was just another girl my dad was dating,” said Sal, 19, reflecting on his father’s history of bringing home various partners.
Ben noted that his eldest daughter, Frankie, was particularly upset about the age difference, as she is over seven years younger than Krystle.
“But we’re fine now,” Krystle reassured everyone, showing how far they’ve come.
Honest Conversations
During a heart-to-heart, Sal expressed his mixed feelings about the relationship.
“The age gap gets a lot of attention, and some people call her a gold digger because of my dad’s money,” he joked, prompting a playful reprimand from Krystle.
Meanwhile, Kash, Krystle’s son, admitted that he initially had a tough time accepting Ben.
“I didn’t like him at first because I knew he wasn’t my biological dad,” he shared.
However, he emphasized that their relationship has improved significantly over time.
Building a Blended Family
Despite their early misgivings, the couple has built a harmonious blended family, continuing to employ nannies to help care for their children.
However, Krystle has set boundaries, humorously stating that she doesn’t allow Ben to speak with the nannies because she wants to keep their dynamic intact.
A Shift in Perspective
The couple’s journey wasn’t without its challenges. Ben even thought Krystle was a “terrible nanny” at first.
However, his perception changed one day when she arrived for work all dressed up.
“He couldn’t stop looking at me,” Krystle recalled with a smile, recognizing that moment as the spark that ignited their romance.
For her, witnessing Ben interact lovingly with her young son Kashton was a pivotal moment that made her fall for him, as she described him as “such a good dad.”
Facing Criticism Together
Despite facing criticism and skepticism from outsiders, Krystle and Ben remain steadfast in their commitment to each other and their family.
“People thought I was crazy for dating someone so much older with three kids,” Krystle admitted.
Yet, they have chosen to focus on their happiness.
“We don’t care about the negativity.
We’re living our lives and doing what’s best for our family,” Krystle concluded, reinforcing their dedication to each other amidst any external challenges.
What will come next for this unconventional family? Only time will tell!