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The best dads remember Valentine's Day
It's not too late! You still have a week to get ready for Valentine's Day. I wanted to share a quick reminder so you don't find yourself shopping the day before. After I was married for a few years, I asked my wife what she actually she wanted to do for this special holiday. This was the best idea ever. I found out that the traditional card, flowers and chocolate was not what she had on her mind. That year we went to a Chocolate Academy and learned how to make a chocola

Mark Szkudlarek
Feb 6, 20201 min read
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Happy Martin Luther King Day!
Whether you had the day off with your kids or were at work, I hope Martin Luther King Day meant something more than just a day on the calendar.

Mark Szkudlarek
Jan 20, 20201 min read
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The best dads keep the magic alive in the New Year
It's the last weekend of the holiday break. The kids go back to school next week. If you have not already started, the rest of us head back to work on Monday. As soon as we hit that first full week in January, it feels like the magic has gone. This year, let's try to keep the magic alive. It is in giving that we receive. We are a little more patient, spend more time with family and friends and focus on the important things. It is easy to fall back into old habits. Let

Mark Szkudlarek
Jan 4, 20201 min read
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The best dads CELEBRATE!
Happy New Year! Welcome to 2020. Helping dads be their best...mark

Mark Szkudlarek
Jan 1, 20201 min read
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The best dads DON'T DRINK and DRIVE!
It's New Year's Eve, and everyone's celebrating. Before the night begins, decide how you're getting home, because the safe choice is always worth it.

Mark Szkudlarek
Dec 31, 20191 min read
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The best dads DECORATE!
Growing up, we always waited until Christmas Eve for our real tree, when they're often free or heavily discounted. Here's why a little decorating effort makes such a difference.

Mark Szkudlarek
Dec 17, 20191 min read
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