Mike Caussin, Jace Caussin, Jolie Caussin, Jana Kramer and Allan Russell photographed together.Photo:Mike Caussin Instagram

Mike Caussin, Jace Caussin, Jolie Caussin, Jana Kramer and Allan Russell photographed together

Mike Caussin Instagram

Mike Caussinis thankful for his current relationship with ex-wifeJana Kramer.

The former NFL player 36, opened up about his gratitude for Kramer, 39, and her fiancéAllan Russellin a heartfeltThanksgivingInstagram post, which featured a photo of himself, Kramer and Russell, 42, with Kramer and Caussin’s two kids: daughterJolie, 7, and sonJace, who turns 5 on Wednesday.

“I’m going against my own reasoning for creating this account and choosing to make a personal post,” Caussin began in the caption. “I have an immense amount to be thankful for, most of which is my family. Starting with my parents and siblings. Simply said … they epitomize unconditional love.”

“Next is my ‘modern family,’ " he continued alongside the Thursday photo post. “I’m incredibly grateful for where@kramergirland I are at in our relationship. We have both found a way to flourish for ourselves and more importantly the kids. The fact that she has found someone like@superiorstrikeronly adds to my level of gratitude towards the entire situation.”

“Jolie and Jace have the gift of three parents that love them and will do anything to protect them. As a father, what more could I ask for… Happy Thanksgiving 🙌🏼,” Caussin concluded his post, which Kramer reposted toher Instagram Storyalongside the word “thankful” and a blue heart emoji.

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From L: Allan Russell, Jana Kramer, Mike Caussin.Joe Scarnici/Getty for iHeartRadio; Joe Scarnici/Getty for iHeartRadio; Danielle Del Valle/Getty for E3 Chophouse Nashville

From L: Allan Russell, Jana Kramer, Mike Caussin

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During a May episode of herWhine Down with Jana Kramerpodcast, the country star announced her engagement to her now-fiancé, after six-and-a-half months of dating. The two went on to welcome sonRomanon Nov. 13.

Detailing how Caussin reacted after learning about the engagement during a FaceTime call with their daughter, Kramer recalled, “He was like, ‘Hey, I’m really happy for you. Allan’s a great guy.’ "

After thanking Caussin, Kramer explained that she started to cry overher ex’s reaction.

“Because he goes, ‘Of all people, you deserve to have someone who loves you and respects you. You deserve this. After everything I put you through, you deserve this more than anyone.’ And it meant so much to me that he said that,” she said.

Jana Kramer and Allan Russel pose for photographs with their son Roman.Jana Kramer Instagram (2)

Jana Kramer and Allan Russel pose for photographs with their son Roman

Jana Kramer Instagram (2)

Kramer celebratedRoman’s first Thanksgivingwith him and Russell, highlightingin one videohow her family was in town to visit, asanother clipshowed her fiancé preparing their holiday feast.

In apost shared on her feed, theOne Tree Hillalum included some family photographs and wrote in her caption: “Beyond thankful for my family, our newest addition, my friends and all of you ♥️.”

“Hope you all have a beautiful thanksgiving and enjoy the season you are in as new ones are just around the corner. Xx,” Kramer added.

source: people.com