Surprising our kid with an EPIC Birthday Party! (DIY Decor and balloon garland how-to)

The Party Planning Process: A Behind-the-Scenes Look

I'm so excited to finally get everything done and start planning our party, I've been putting it off for too long! With two families coming together, this is going to be a special day. We have so much to do, but I just want everything to be perfect.

We decided to call the activity "Pump and Splash," which is like a DIY water pump play system. It's perfect for our little one's age and interest, and we can't wait for him to enjoy it. The vintage rugs from our office are going to be layered down as the base for our seating area. They're gorgeous and add a nice touch to the outdoor decor.

I'm still in shock that our baby is turning 2 years old! It feels like just yesterday he was a tiny newborn, and now here we are with two big kids running around. We have so much fun together as a family, and I know this party is going to be an unforgettable celebration.

We set up a "Moon Phase" coffee table display for the birthday boy's special day. Unfortunately, our fountain isn't working at the moment, so we've filled it with faux flowers instead. But it still looks cute and festive! We also created a photo station slash magical moon kid hang zone. Our kids loved playing with old pillow stuffing from an office project, and we brought out Moon's play table to make it feel like a special area just for him.

I'm so excited to reveal the theme of our party – a carnivory theme! I found a company that specializes in vintage caramel apple stands, and they're going to be the centerpiece of our party. We'll also have a taco grill set up, and we're using a Radio Flyer wagon as the drink holder. It's going to be so much fun!

The kids are going to love making their own moon-themed crafts, and we're setting up a DIY station for them to do just that. I'm talking about painting, gluing, and making all sorts of creative messes. It's going to be a blast! We'll have a playlist going, and the whole backyard will be filled with music and laughter.

We've got one last surprise planned – a special birthday song for Moon. I want him to feel like royalty on his special day, so we're singing happy birthday in all its glory. The kids are still buzzing from their playtime activities, and they can't wait to share what's coming next with us. We're going to close out the party with a final farewell gift, and then it'll be time to say goodbye.

The party is over, but the memories will last a lifetime. We had so much fun celebrating Moon's 2nd birthday with our friends and family. It was a day filled with laughter, love, and all sorts of creative DIY projects. I'm so grateful for this community that makes every special occasion feel like a celebration. Thank you to Ship for sponsoring today's episode – we couldn't have done it without you!