Jennifer Lopez is known for her love and determination. Despite her divorce from Ben Affleck, she is determined not to let it sabotage the affectionate ties she and her kids share with his children. As they stand in the midst of divorce proceedings, the first major family holiday arrives.

Despite Divorce, Lopez Strives for Blended Family Celebrations

Jennifer Lopez's Love for the Holiday Season

Jennifer Lopez has a deep love for the holiday season and always goes all out. She is determined not to let the pain of the divorce dictate her actions. She hopes to prioritize peace and maintain a friendly exes status with Ben Affleck. By doing so, she hopes to create a dynamic similar to his amicable relationship with Jennifer Garner.During this time of the year, she has major plans to reunite with Ben and his children and blend their families together. She took Ben's eldest child, Violet, shopping in the Hamptons in July, showing her love and connection with his kids.

Ben Affleck's Family Man Side

Ben Affleck is currently working on an upcoming crime thriller with his best buddy Matt Damon but is also taking his days off to celebrate Thanksgiving with his kids. He is known for his family man side and is on board with the idea of a holiday reunion with Lopez and her kids.His decades-old romance with his Gigli co-star has helped him return to his family man roots. Family is very important to both of them, and they were once a family together. The connection between them doesn't end with the divorce.

Plans for the Holiday Season

A source told InTouchWeekly that Jen loves the holiday season and is planning to treat Ben and his kids like family. She will be giving them loads of extravagant presents and having big gatherings with home-cooked meals. She wants to prove that they can consciously uncouple and have a special holiday celebration together.The source also alleged that Lopez's warm approach towards Ben's kids has softened his heart towards her. She has continued to be wonderful to his kids since they split up and has scored huge points with him.Despite their separate paths now, they both value family and the connection they once had. They are determined to make the holiday season a special time for all of them.