The Rise of the Fur Baby

By Francine & Byron Pirola | March 6, 2026 |

Fur babies: substitute child, family asset or living therapy doll? In this blog we discuss some different views on the rise of the Fur Baby culture.     For years, our daughter pleaded with us for a dog – every birthday, every Christmas, the same earnest plea. And for years, we had our stock reply: “We’d have another baby before…

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Embracing a Pro-Life Heart

By Francine & Byron Pirola | July 25, 2025 |

As we celebrate Grandparents Day on July 27, we’re reminded of the profound role we play in nurturing a culture of life within our families.   For us, being pro-life isn’t just about supporting the movement through donations and attending rallies – though those efforts matter. It’s about how we live every day, especially in our…

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