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Celebrating your favorite furry friend
Call me crazy, but when my husband and I adopted our first dog together, we threw her a birthday party complete with cake, streamers, guests, appetizers, games, and more. Was...
Unique Ways to Host a Joint Birthday Party
My brother and I have birthdays that are just one day apart—his on March 3rd, mine on March 4th, and our oldest brother just a few weeks later on March 21st.
Fast forward 31 years...
Out-of-the-box Birthday Party Ideas in Phoenix & Tucson
Wanting to do something a little extra special for your child’s next birthday party? Maybe it’s a milestone birthday—like turning double digits or entering the teen years. Or perhaps your child has requested to...
Birthday Traditions & Clever Theme Ideas
Childhood birthdays are unlike any others. I have fond memories of waking up on my birthday morning anticipating all the fun that was in store.
With three kids who had birthdays all in the same...
Out-of-the Box Birthday Party Ideas
Wanting to do something a little extra special for your child’s next birthday party? Maybe it’s a milestone birthday—like turning double digits or entering the teen years. Or perhaps your child has requested to...
Party Etiquette
Whether you’re hosting a party or attending one, you may be wondering—do people really RSVP anymore? What about goodie bags, are those still a thing? Do I need to stay with my child at...
How to Throw a Birthday Party that Won’t Break the Bank
I remember the days when birthday parties consisted of colorful balloons, streamers, a simple cake, and the classics like musical chairs and tag with a few friends.
Times have changed and suddenly it feels necessary...
How to do a drive-by birthday party
As we get deeper into quarantine, people have gotten creative with birthday celebrations. One result: the drive-by birthday party.
Home pool party? Hire a lifeguard!
Drowning happens silently and quickly. That’s why children are at risk even when — and sometimes especially when — adults are nearby.
Even a "designated pool watcher" can avert his or her eyes for a...
Hiking birthday party
For a child who loves adventure and outdoors, turn a hike into a birthday party.
Bike race birthday party
When there are lots of neighborhood friends who love to ride their bikes together, host a birthday party that feels like an official bike race.
Island birthday party
Pool parties are popular in Arizona. Make a stylish upgrade at your next birthday party by incorporating décor and details that will transport guests from the desert to a tropical island paradise.