Mandy Len Catron Marries Longtime Partner, Reflecting on a Decade of Love

Mandy Len Catron, known for her viral essay "To Fall in Love With Anyone, Do This," recently married her partner, Mark Janusz Bondyra, over a decade after their first date in 2014. Their relationship began with the 36 questions designed to foster intimacy, which they explored on their initial meeting.(people.com, verywellmind.com)

Initially skeptical of traditional marriage, the couple chose to commit without legal formalities, viewing this as a critique of institutional norms. However, after facing challenges such as fertility treatments, a difficult pregnancy, and raising twin sons born during the COVID-19 pandemic, Catron proposed in August 2024. They wed on May 3, 2025, in an intimate ceremony at Pacific Spirit Regional Park, followed by a celebration with friends and family.(people.com)

Their journey underscores the idea that love is a deliberate choice, cultivated through shared experiences and mutual commitment.(people.com)