In a world where unconventional relationships are slowly gaining acceptance, one polyamorous family from Miami, Florida, is challenging societal norms and stereotypes. Mazayah Andrews, aged 38, and his partners, Stephanie Almonte (30), Rosa Zelaya (30), and Dezeray Carrera (23), recently appeared on This Morning via video link to share their unique love story. Their tale is one of love, understanding, and the belief that polyamory can lead to a fulfilling and harmonious life.
Stephanie, the first partner in this unconventional quartet, met Mazayah in 2014, leading to the start of a monogamous relationship in 2016. However, after two years together, the couple decided to part ways. What makes this story intriguing is Stephanie’s determination not to let her relationship with Mazayah end, especially since she was pregnant with his child at the time.
Stephanie candidly shared her perspective on the show, saying, “I really wanted to rekindle my relationship with him because I was pregnant, and I was not letting him go, so I took full advantage of still trying to get back with him.” This desire to keep their family together was a driving force behind the unconventional path they would later embark on.
Their journey took a surprising turn when Mazayah began dating Rosa after breaking up with Stephanie. Rather than succumbing to jealousy and resentment, Stephanie explained, “Don’t get me wrong, through the whole course of me being pregnant and seeing he was with another woman, I did feel jealous. I was like, ‘That’s the girl who took my man; I want my man back.’ But when I realized that she makes him happy in other areas that I wasn’t really making him happy in, I realized why would I be jealous of that? She could help me be a better person.”
This newfound perspective ultimately paved the way for their polyamorous relationship to flourish. Stephanie, Mazayah, and Rosa formed a throuple in 2019, solidifying their unique bond. However, their unconventional journey didn’t end there. Last year, they welcomed Dezeray into their relationship, making them a quartet.
Dezeray shared her thoughts on joining the relationship, stating, “It wasn’t as hard as you would think. I am used to getting to know more than one person at a time; the challenge is exciting for me. Being in a poly relationship is everything I ever wanted. I feel like I manifested it; it came pretty easy to me.”
One might wonder how this polyamorous family manages their daily lives and responsibilities, especially with a total of 11 children living under the same roof. According to Mazayah, a polyamorous relationship provides unconditional love and support. He emphasized, “Poly is nurturing, poly is caring, poly is teamwork. Even if you are pregnant, it is great to have another sister wife with you to help you go through things that you are going through that a man won’t be able to help with. It helps everyone in the household; you don’t have to worry about a babysitter, you don’t have to worry about who is going to do this and do that. The house is always clean, we have multiple houses, condos, and properties, so we thrive with each other in the household.”
Rosa added her perspective, saying, “From my perspective, it was something that I understood how other women could go head and please the man that I am in love with because they offer certain qualities. So, I understand as a man what really makes you happy and seeing that vision coming together.”
This polyamorous family’s story challenges conventional beliefs about love and relationships. They advocate for individuals to think beyond the belief systems inherited from previous generations. Mazayah encouraged people to embrace diversity in relationships, saying, “You don’t have to be stuck to one thing, or do what was passed down through a generation who really didn’t have access to the things we do now. Your religion or whatever you are in now isn’t your own; it was passed down from your great grandfather, grandfather, mother, all the way down to yourself.”
Their story reminds us that love can be unconventional, and what matters most is the happiness and well-being of all parties involved. The polyamorous family’s journey is a testament to the idea that love knows no bounds and that unconventional relationships can lead to fulfilling and harmonious lives. In their quest for happiness, they have discovered that their unique arrangement brings them love, support, and the joy of a clean and harmonious household.