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Our best Amazon Prime Day Finds, part 2 – The Capsule Wardrobe of Your Dreams

October 11 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

After previously covering our best Prime Day Sale finds for the home, the kids, the teens, and the guys ... it's time for the ladies! (And, ok, also the techies). Don't forget - if you're not already a Prime member, you need to get your free 30 Day Prime Membership here to get in on the deals. Ready to build the capsule wardrobe of your dreams? Here we go... After previously covering our best Prime Day Sale finds for the home, the kids, the teens, and the guys... it's … [Read more...]

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Prime Day Finds – Part 1

October 11 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

 for the first time ever Prime Day is coming twice this year! And officially starts now and lasts until tomorrow, October 12th! Psst - You need to get your free 30 Day Prime Membership here to get in on the deals. With thousands of you shopping the sales I've recommended in years past, I'm feeling like a bit of a veteran this time around and I'm here to share with you my secrets. First, there are certain items that Amazon puts on deep discount … [Read more...]

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Gift Guide: My 2021 Favs

December 13 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

I've been getting a lot of emails asking when my gift guides will be coming out and I have to apologize. We've had some set backs over here. See exhibit A..​ ​ Yes, that is an enormous Cedar tree that fell onto our house earlier this month. Luckily no one was hurt but, needless to say, it's been quite the project. Add to that my daughter's swim team, youngest's soccer, and oldest's TWO basketball teams and you get the picture. So today I want to … [Read more...]

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Today Only – 40% Off the Holiday Cards I’ve Loved for a Decade

November 15 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

*Today's post is sponsored by Mpix. All opinions are 100% my own. If you're like me, you're probably pretty sick of hearing about the supply chain shortages by now. Nevertheless, there's a deal going on today I really want you to know about- hopefully it will not only save you a lot of money, but also a big headache from ordering cards too late and having them not arrive when expected. Ever heard of Mpix? They've been my secret for getting professional quality photography prints at a … [Read more...]

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What to Show Your Kids on Inauguration Day

January 20 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

It's a historic day today for many reasons, not the least of which is the swearing in of the first woman elected to National Office. Like many of you, I watched it live this morning with my kids on TV (tears were shed). But in case you haven't yet, I wanted to let you know that a special inauguration day children's special covering all the events is available here! I love that this historic day is being presented in such an accessible way to students all over the … [Read more...]

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Yes, You Can Have a Fun Covid Halloween! Here’s How…

September 17 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

In my neighborhood, Trick-or-Treating is a thing. It's one of those 'hoods that's proud of their reputation as the spot to be, and happily embraces the families that come from all around year after year. Our kids especially love it; the over-the-top decorations, the excitement of seeing so many classmates and friends walking the streets and ringing our doorbell, the block party vibe that permeates the night. So I've been thinking a lot about how we (and all other parents) can live up to … [Read more...]

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Dipping My Toes in Homeschooling/Microschool/Pod Learning, Oh My!

July 30 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

I'm not gonna lie, the fact that we've only got one more day until the month of August is FREAKING ME OUT a little. The school year is going to be here before we know it! The 2019-2020 school year ended with most of our kids e-learning. This fall is likely to be the same - or at the very least, partial face-to-face instruction and partially at home. That worked ok for two of my kids... but my rising 1st grader? Not. At. All. It's abundantly clear to me that he NEEDS in-person instruction. So … [Read more...]

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3 Things I’m Loving This Week

June 29 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

Years ago, I used to do a semi-regular feature on things I was loving. With the world as upside down as it is these days, I feel like we could all use as many pro tips for doing life as possible- so I'm bringing it back! Insta-Worthy Inflatable Pools The heat arrived in Washington last week and I immediately made my way to Target to get my backyard ready. I had no idea there was a whole new wave of super stylish inflatable pools out there. But you better believe I snatched one up as soon … [Read more...]

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Last Day to Get it for FREE!

June 26 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

I was reading the New York Times newsletter this morning and this jumped out at me... I've been getting a lot of emails from you over the last few days. Many of you have already signed up, and are super excited, for my 5 day email course, Plan Your Summer Like Boss (yay! So am I!) But some of you are still a little confused. It's my sure-fire way to do what the experts are recommending above - create the summer schedule your kids desperately need. In a nutshell, the challenge is a … [Read more...]

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