The moment I knew: as he opened the Uber door, he opened my eyes to a love beyond work
Ash Jacks McCready had low expectations for her first date with Tom, but after an awkward start, their relationship moved fast and wild
TL;DR
- Ash Jacks McCready lost her dream job at Cirque du Soleil due to the pandemic.
- She reconnected with Tom, an acquaintance from high school, on a dating app while living back home.
- Ash canceled their first date multiple times due to low expectations and differing career paths.
- A simple act of politeness from Tom on their rescheduled first date surprised Ash and changed her perspective.
- Their relationship developed quickly, with Tom visiting Ash every weekend.
- Ash and Tom moved in together a few months after their first date.
- Ash declined an offer to return to Cirque du Soleil after becoming pregnant.
- With Tom's support, Ash created shows like 'Cirque Bon Bon' while pregnant and shortly after giving birth.
- Ash found a new sense of purpose and love with Tom and their family, shifting her creative focus from performing for thousands to creating for her children.