But, surprisingly enough, they almost didn’t make it.

“Match made in heaven is not the term you would use to describe us,” Joanna admitted.

“But when we mixed our personalities together, it created a spark.”

Chip and Joanna Gaines smiling together

They also have drastically different personalities.

Joanna was a bit taken aback by how much Chip talked nonstop about his future business plans.

It was drastically different from the more reserved guys she was used to dating.

Chip and Joanna on red carpet

The odds went further against them when Joanna had to cancel their second date toundergomicrodiscectomy surgery.

But their initial attraction eventually led to an adventurous marriage and business journey that tested their union.

Joanna appreciates how encouraging and supportive Chip has been in challenging her to go the extra mile.

Chip and Joanna smiling at camera

She also believes the timing of when they met set them up for success.

The Gaines are living proof of what’s on the other side of taking a chance on love.