Love And Marriage With Joa and Charles King
This week on the Fit Body Lifestyle podcast, we kicked off our deeply heartfelt Love & Marriage series with a very special episode. And when I say special—I mean tears-in-your-eyes, laugh-till-you-snort, love-is-real kind of special. Why? Because Jami and Greg invited Jami’s mom, Joa, and her wonderful husband Charles King into the studio to share the inspiring love story behind their 35-year relationship.
Yes, we’re getting a rare behind-the-scenes peek at the people who shaped Jami’s view of love, commitment, and family—and let me tell you, the origin story is just as touching as it is entertaining.
5 Key Takeaways from the Episode
1. Real Love Can Begin in the Most Unexpected Ways
Joa and Charles first met in a business setting—he was a widower, and she was working in sales. Their first encounter? Charles noticed how much Joa resembled her own mother, Connie, whom he had known well. That sparked an interest that would bloom into something much deeper over time.
2. Timing Matters, But So Does Persistence
Years passed between their initial meeting and their eventual connection. Life had to unfold—losses were grieved, healing happened, and eventually, the stars aligned. When Joa reappeared in Charles’s life through her job in insurance, fate gave them a second shot.
3. Connection Runs Deep—Even Before You Know It
Charles was actually mentored by Jami’s stepfather, Gerson, and already had admiration from the family long before romance was even in the air. The roots of trust and respect were already there—a foundation that many great relationships are built upon.
4. Emotional Intelligence and Sensitivity Are Sexy
Joa approached the relationship with grace and care, honoring the grieving process Charles had been through. Their bond was not rushed—it grew thoughtfully, with emotional intelligence guiding the way. Watching her own mother grieve made Joa especially mindful of timing and empathy.
5. Laughter and Shared Humor Are Relationship Superpowers
From leg-swinging nervous energy to clever conversation strategies (Joa's “ask-them-about-themselves” move!), this couple's origin story is laced with laughter. Charles’ infectious laugh and Joa’s quick wit made their chemistry undeniable. They weren’t just falling in love—they were having fun doing it.
