Hi guys! This past weekend was one we’ll never forget as we celebrated a huge milestone for Ivy. While I want to respect her privacy and keep many of the details from her graduation day just for our family, I will share that she did an amazing job as a guest speaker, made the honor roll, and made us incredibly proud. Watching her shine on stage was such a special moment, and seeing so many family members come together to support her meant the world to us. The day after graduation, we hosted a ...
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Riley’s SafeSplash: 7-Month Swim Update
Hi guys! It’s finally here Riley’s swim update. And I’m telling you right now, you’re going to want to read every bit of this. When We Started.. When Riley started swim lessons back in October at SafeSplash Swim School Natomas, she was a complete beginner. No floating, no real comfort in the water, and definitely no independent movement. Like a lot of parents, my main goal was just safety. Swimming felt like something that would come much later. 7 Months Later… Now we’re in May, and ...
S.A.F.E.R. Swimmer at SafeSplash Swim School.
Hi friends! You know there are certain milestones as a parent that just hit you in the heart and Ivy passing her S.A.F.E.R. Swimmer test at SafeSplash Swim School was definitely one of them. Both Ivy and Riley swim there as most of you know, and it has been one of the best decisions we’ve made for their confidence and safety around water. Living in California, being around pools, beaches, vacations, and friends’ houses, water safety isn’t optional it’s essential. And that’s exactly why the ...
Riley’s First Pair of Glasses (+ tips for parents)
Hi guys! Today's blog is very special because it's all about my baby girl and her tiny pink glasses. You know as parents, we often assume we’ll notice right away if something isn’t quite right with our kids. We watch their habits, their behavior, the little things that feel off. But sometimes, the things that matter most are the ones we can’t easily see. This is one of those stories one that started with a simple school permission slip and ended with a sweet little girl, a big lesson for us, and ...
Aria’s Pastel Double Digits 10th Birthday Party.
Hi guys! My girl is 10! Yass! Turning 10 years old is such a special milestone, and Aria’s pastel double digits birthday party was the perfect way to celebrate. The day and night were filled with creativity, laughter, and unforgettable memories exactly how a 10th birthday should feel. If you’re looking for 10th birthday party ideas, pastel birthday themes, or trusted party vendors, this celebration had it all. Pastel Double Digits Birthday Theme. The pastel double digits theme ...
Riley’s Moana-Themed 4th Birthday Party.
Hi guys! It’s here! Riley’s birthday blog! Riley is four! Watching my baby turn four years old was such a full-circle moment for me. Riley’s 4th birthday party was colorful, joyful, and filled with so much love and of course, it had to be Moana-themed, because she absolutely adores Moana and all things island magic. If you’re looking for Moana birthday party ideas, 4th birthday party inspiration, or trusted kids’ party vendors we truly love, this post shares everything we used to bring Riley’s ...