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The best dads create a BUDGET!
I used to believe some real myths about debt and credit cards. Then I found Dave Ramsey's books, and it changed how our family handles money.

Mark Szkudlarek
Jul 2, 20201 min read
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The best dads stay at HOME!
An unusual season forced our family to slow down, and it turned out to be one of the better things that happened to us. Here's what I hope we hold onto.

Mark Szkudlarek
Mar 19, 20201 min read
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Happy Valentine's Day!
Ahhh...Valentine's Day and Chocolate Fondue. Family tradition. Enjoy your holiday! Helping dads be their best...mark

Mark Szkudlarek
Feb 14, 20201 min read
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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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The best dads don't miss the DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE!
I have two boys, so I'll never know the father-daughter bond firsthand. But my brother-in-law's photo from his daughter's Daddy Daughter Dance says everything I need to know about it.

Mark Szkudlarek
Feb 4, 20201 min read
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The best dads LOVE THEIR FAMILY!
News of a tragedy stopped me in my tracks this week. It left me with one simple reminder: hug your kids and tell them you love them, today and every day.

Mark Szkudlarek
Feb 1, 20201 min read
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