Laura Gehrke, a real-estate agent and star of the Netflix show “Too Hot To Handle Germany,” found love in an unexpected place – prison. After feeling lonely during the festive season last year, Laura stumbled upon the social networking website WriteAPrisoner.com and decided to send a Christmas message to an inmate. Little did she know that this simple act would change her life forever.

One particular profile caught Laura’s eye. She started exchanging messages with Joshua Stewart, a 21-year-old serving time. As their connection deepened, the couple began speaking on the phone for hours on end. Despite knowing each other for only six weeks, Joshua surprised Laura by proposing. Unfazed by the critics who accused him of using her, Laura said yes without hesitation.

In June, Laura flew to Washington to marry Joshua in a 90-minute prison ceremony. Despite Joshua’s conviction of controlled substance homicide, Laura never judged him for his past. She saw his love for poetry and his emotional depth, and it made her view him in a different light. Laura wanted to know the person behind the crime before making any judgments.

Their unconventional love story has faced some online backlash, with people doubting the authenticity of their relationship. Trolls claim that Joshua is only using Laura for financial gain. However, Laura remains steadfast in her commitment to their love. She believes that they have found true love and their families are incredibly supportive.

Currently, Laura and Joshua are unable to spend their nights together. However, they are hopeful that they will be approved for conjugal visits later this year. Despite the challenges, Laura dreams of living together in the US after Joshua’s scheduled release under house arrest in December 2025.

Laura’s story reminds us that love can find us in the most unexpected places. It teaches us not to judge others based solely on their past and to embrace the journey of love, regardless of societal expectations.