{"id":1831,"date":"2015-07-02T17:50:03","date_gmt":"2015-07-02T17:50:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.mops.org\/?p=1831"},"modified":"2015-07-02T17:50:03","modified_gmt":"2015-07-02T17:50:03","slug":"conspiring-in-secret","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themom.co\/fr\/conspiring-in-secret\/","title":{"rendered":"Conspiring in Secret"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/betxBwu3I2k\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>One of the best feelings in the world is knowing someone conspired in secret to bring you joy.<\/p>\n<p>If you think about it, that\u2019s kind of the essence of gift-giving, right? It\u2019s less about the gift someone wraps for us and more about the time and energy invested to plan for our enjoyment. (Unless it\u2019s chocolate \u2013 then it\u2019s <i>always <\/i>about the gift.)<\/p>\n<p>And so, we plot and scheme ways to create a positive feeling for someone as she opens that gift. We do these things for the sake of bringing a smile other than our own \u2013 without instant gratification, without obligation and without hesitation. It\u2019s one of our favorite human traits.<\/p>\n<p>What if we took this concept behind gift-giving and applied it outside the realm of birthdays, weddings and baby showers? In fact, we could remove the tangible gift altogether. What if we all conspired to uplift one another? What if we secretly devised ways to make a friend feel inspired or double over in uncontrollable laughter? What if we privately plotted traditions to give our children, because we love them and that\u2019s reason enough?<\/p>\n<p>Dearest, this Membership Kit is a gift. One created with your smile as the end-goal. It\u2019s filled with stuff that will constantly remind you to flourish, like a bracelet and postcards and endless words of encouragement. (Check out our unboxing video to see everything that\u2019s in the kit!) We hope you\u2019ll use it to scheme up your own ways of passing joy along to those around you, <i>just because.<\/i><\/p>\n<h3>We Love Our Sponsors<\/h3>\n<p>Want more information on the amazing organizations we partnered with to make your kits so special? We love our sponsors, and we know you will too.<\/p>\n<h3>Picaboo<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1864 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mops.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Picaboo.jpg\" alt=\"Picaboo\" width=\"200\" height=\"107\" \/>Picaboo is a web-based image publishing and printing service based in Redwood City, California. Customers can upload their digital photos through Picaboo&#8217;s in-browser application and create a variety of personalized photo products. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.picaboo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.picaboo.com<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>UV Skinz<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1867 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mops.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/UVSkinz.jpg\" alt=\"UVSkinz\" width=\"200\" height=\"107\" \/>Many people are unaware that a single severe sunburn during the first 15 years of life doubles that child\u2019s risk for developing melanoma later on. We are passionate about educating families on sun safety and preventing families from experiencing skin cancer.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.uvskinz.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.uvskinz.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Jamberry Nails<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1861 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mops.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Jamberry.jpg\" alt=\"Jamberry\" width=\"200\" height=\"107\" \/>Friendship, fun &amp; empowering other women is our motto! With Jamberry, we\u2019re able to live the American Dream with Made in the USA nail wraps, lacquers, and lotions while providing financial freedom and connecting with other women! Request a sample here:<a href=\"http:\/\/www.fundraisernails.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.fundraisernails.com<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Water Wipes<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1868 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mops.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/WaterWipes.jpg\" alt=\"WaterWipes\" width=\"200\" height=\"107\" \/>The World\u2019s Purest Baby Wipes for the World\u2019s Most Sensitive Skin. A newborn baby\u2019s skin is five times thinner than an adult\u2019s, so only the purest ingredients should be used on their delicate skin. The only ingredients used by Water Wipes are 99.9% water and 0.1% grapefruit seed extract \u2026 and that\u2019s it. Visit us at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.waterwipes.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">waterwipes.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>RedLetterWords<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1865 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mops.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/RedLetterWordsblog.jpg\" alt=\"RedLetterWordsblog\" width=\"200\" height=\"107\" \/>RedLetterWords offers artwork, candles, greeting cards and textiles for your home, using the unchanging truth of scripture and other inspirational and encouraging words. Use the exclusive coupon code MOPS30 for 30% off your purchase! Visit us at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.redletterwords.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">redletterwords.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>I See Me!<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1860 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mops.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/ISeeMe.jpg\" alt=\"ISeeMe\" width=\"200\" height=\"107\" \/>Award-winning, uniquely personalized books and gifts for babies, toddlers and kids! 15% off with coupon code MOPS at checkout at<a href=\"http:\/\/www.iseeme.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.ISeeMe.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>Mabel\u2019s Labels<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1863 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mops.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/MabelsLabels.jpg\" alt=\"MabelsLabels\" width=\"200\" height=\"107\" \/>Mabel\u2019s story began when four moms ditched their day jobs to turn an idea into an award-winning international phenomenon! Mabel\u2019s Labels is now the leading provider of super-durable, dishwasher-safe personalized labels that help you avoid germy mix-ups anywhere your little one goes! <a href=\"http:\/\/mabelslabels.com\/?___store=en_us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mabelslabels.com<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>Happy Family<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1859 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mops.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/HappyFamily.jpg\" alt=\"HappyFamily\" width=\"200\" height=\"107\" \/>At Happy Family, organic is just the beginning for us. We add age-appropriate extra nutrition to many of our products \u2014 something we call <a href=\"http:\/\/happyfamilybrands.com\/world-of-happy\/enlightened-nutrition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Enlightened Nutrition<\/a>. We work hard to bring you peace of mind that our foods are safe and of the highest quality for your children.<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>SimplyFun<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1866 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mops.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/SimplyFunblog.jpg\" alt=\"SimplyFunblog\" width=\"200\" height=\"107\" \/>SimplyFun is a young company with a big heart and even bigger dreams to make this world a better place through play. They have a passion for building smarter kids and stronger families through the amazing power of play. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.simplyfun.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.simplyfun.com<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>JJ Heller<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1862 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mops.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/JJHeller.jpg\" alt=\"JJHeller\" width=\"200\" height=\"107\" \/>Fans often choose JJ Heller\u2019s music as the soundtrack for big moments. For brides, her songs accompany their walk down the aisle. For new mothers, JJ\u2019s melodies often fill the background as they hold their newborn for the first time. The Hellers pen songs for life\u2019s defining moments and everyday moments. <a href=\"http:\/\/jjheller.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">jjheller.com<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>Christa Wells<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1858 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mops.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/ChristaWells.jpg\" alt=\"ChristaWells\" width=\"200\" height=\"107\" \/>I\u2019ve been incredibly lucky to work in the Nashville music industry AND raise our five kids in our very normal North Carolina neighborhood. I write sometimes for other artists, sometimes for me, always aiming for the True. 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The Balanced Life is a place for positivity, baby-steps, grace and support. <a href=\"http:\/\/thebalancedlifeonline.com\/balanced-life-sisterhood\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/thebalancedlifeonline.com\/balanced-life-sisterhood\/<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the best feelings in the world is knowing someone conspired in secret to bring you joy. If you think about it, that\u2019s kind of the essence of gift-giving, right? It\u2019s less about the gift someone wraps for us and more about the time and energy invested to plan for our enjoyment. 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