Through the fire
A blog full of the fragile, fierce, and funny things that fan the flame between us.
This blog is the place where we talk about marriage the way we actually live it — not the polished version, not the Instagram version, and definitely not the “everything is perfect because we love Jesus” version. We’re a Christian couple, yes, but we’re also two real people who argue, laugh, grow, mess up, forgive, and try again. This blog is where we dig deeper into the brutiful truth about it all.
Expect stories that make you laugh, reflections that make you think, and truths that make you feel seen. We’re not preachy. We’re not sanitized. We’re not pretending to be perfect. We’re just real.
We’re your funny friends who love Jesus and tell the truth about marriage — the good, the hard, the holy, and the messy. Our goal is to normalize the chaos, the learning curves, the “did you really just say that?” moments, and the healing that happens when two imperfect people keep choosing each other.
What Married Couples Fight About When Cheating Is Not the Problem
No affair. Just fake timelines, missing chargers, and refrigerator experiments. Learn what petty conflict is really asking for.
When a Career Starts Competing With Your Marriage
You can be proud of your spouse and still miss your spouse. Learn how couples can protect marriage when work or passion takes up too much space.
What 58 Years of Marriage Can Teach Us About Lasting Love
Long love is not one uninterrupted mood. Explore the ordinary choices, repairs, and adaptations that help a marriage endure.
How Couples Build a Home When Their Styles Collide
“Do whatever you want” is not a decorating plan. Learn how two styles and two voices can build one shared home.
How to Be Honest Without Saying Everything Too Soon
When “nothing” is not the whole truth, couples need language for the pause. Learn how honesty and timing can coexist.