But just because they were both child actors didn’t mean they were moving in the same circles.

However, things aren’t always as picture-perfect as their Hallmark flicks.

Fortunately, it didn’t come to that and they took some creative steps to get them through.

Carlos and Alexa PenaVega walking in New York City

Alexa detailed how their faith helped enormously during their marital struggles.

Reminiscent of their Hallmark film, “Love At Sea,” Alexa shared withOK!

magazinehow cruising is part of how they “see to it we put our marriage at the forefront.”

Carlos and Alexa relax on a cruise ship

Alexa said differing communication styles have tested their bond.

“Taking that moment to just sit down and really kind of communicate.

Alexa initially swiped left on Carlos

When the “Ms.

Alexa and Carlos with their kids on a beach

Matched” star initially met Carlos PenaVega, she wasn’t too keen on starting a relationship.

Alexa PenaVega was previously married to Sean Covel from 2010 to 2012.

“I wanted a relationship with God.

I wanted to attend bible study and just dive into my faith.

As the “Spy Kids” star acknowledged, “I didn’t want anybody in the entertainment industry.

No actors, no singers.

[…] He was everything on my no list.”