In the words of Fall Out Boy, Jennifer Lopez is saying “thanks for the memories” months after filing for divorce from Ben Affleck. On Friday, a source close to the singer told People that Lopez isn’t dwelling on the bad times with Affleck, but rather, is grateful for the “beautiful memories” they shared together over the course of their two-year marriage.
“She didn’t want to file for divorce. She just felt like she had no choice. Nothing was gonna change with Ben,” the insider shared, adding that “this has been one of the hardest years for Jennifer.”
But apparently, Lopez is keeping a positive attitude amid the turmoil. “She was very upset about it. But true to her positive outlook on life, she’s moving forward with optimism,” the source said. “Instead of feeling like she’s fallen flat on her face, she sees it was meant to be. She’s taking time for herself right now.”
They continued, “She knows she lives a privileged life in so many ways. She’s very grateful for all the beautiful memories with Ben, but she’s now focused on creating the best future for herself and her kids.”
Earlier this week, Lopez shared a similar sentiment while speaking with Nikki Glaser for Interview magazine about her divorce. When asked if she regretted her relationship to Affleck, Lopez candidly responded: “Not for one second.”
She continued, “That doesn’t mean it didn’t almost take me out for good. It almost did. But now, on the other side of it, I think to myself, ‘Fuck, that is exactly what I needed. Thank you, god. I’m sorry it took me so long. I’m sorry that you had to do this to me so many times. I should have learned it two or three times ago. I get it. You had to hit me really hard over the head with a fucking sledgehammer. You dropped the house on me. Don’t have to do it again.'”