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Practical wisdom, faith-filled insights, and real-world relationship advice for couples at every stage. Our blog offers practical tools and Catholic perspectives to help you love smarter. Explore topics including communication, fertility, forgiveness, spirituality, parenting, and more — authored by Francine & Byron Pirola and other guest contributers.

Prayer for Couples in Times of Trouble

By Francine & Byron Pirola | November 22, 2013

We had a request recently from someone looking for a prayer for a couple going through tough times in their marriage. While we were very…

The Wife List: 10 Qualities

By Guest Author | November 22, 2013

Men, which qualities are most important to you when thinking of your future wife? Here are a list of the top 10 to look out…

NYE Resolutions

By Francine & Byron Pirola | November 16, 2013

The most vital and satisfying marriages are intentional. This NYE, make a resolution for your marriage. Retired, Extremely Dangerous The Epic Battle in Every Marriage…

Video: A New Perspective For Mums

By Francine & Byron Pirola | November 15, 2013

Any mother will tell you that being a mum is a full time job. And sometimes, the job can really test you. Some feel like…

3 Bulletproof Mindsets to Get Over the Guy Who Breaks Your Heart

By Guest Author | November 15, 2013

Originally posted in Kristen Wolfe’s blog, She Is More   I have had a few emails come in asking how to deal with betrayal and…

Two of Us: The Kind of Me I Am

By Two of Us Series | November 11, 2013

  Reflect Separately, say the prayer and spend some time reflecting on the questions. Write some notes and then share your answers more fully with your…

Marriage Isn’t For You

By Guest Author | November 5, 2013

An insightful piece we thought to share on marriage, by Seth Adam Smith. Read the full article here. Having been married only a year and…

Two of Us: Sharing

By Two of Us Series | November 4, 2013

Reflect Separately, say the prayer and spend some time reflecting on the questions. Write some notes and then share your answers more fully with your…

Knot Yet! #4: Marriage Horizon

By Francine & Byron Pirola | November 2, 2013

What comes first: maturity or marriage? Most of us think that maturity should precede marriage, but research suggests that marriage itself is a maturing process.…

Knot Yet! #2: Age does matter…sort of

By Francine & Byron Pirola | November 1, 2013

Does age matter when it comes to marriage survival? Almost everyone has an opinion, so let’s do some fact checking! It seems like good advice…

Two of Us: Atmosphere

By Two of Us Series | October 29, 2013

  Reflect Separately, say the prayer and spend some time reflecting on the questions. Write some notes and then share your answers more fully with your…

Knot Yet! #3: Ticking Clocks

By Francine & Byron Pirola | October 26, 2013

‘The biological clock’ is phrase often used to describe the sense of urgency childless women experience as they age. But are women the only ones…

Video: Danny and Annie

By Francine & Byron Pirola | October 25, 2013

Watch, and your heart will grow three sizes … and possibly burst   Two of Us: Sexual Influences Two Sides to Relationship Repair Video: I…

Two of Us: Disillusionment

By Two of Us Series | October 21, 2013

  Reflect Separately, say the prayer and spend some time reflecting on the questions. Write some notes and then share your answers more fully with your…

The Grace-Filled Couple

By Francine & Byron Pirola | October 18, 2013

Religious practice is often a point of difference for couples, especially if they each come from a different religious tradition. Regrettably, couples frequently respond by…