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Ethans First Surf

Hi there! Ethan is 1! Woohoo what a milestone! I don't know about you, but I like to take birthdays pretty seriously. Dave always makes fun of me but I truly love celebrating a persons date of birth. I mean think about it, its the day your journey began on this earth. I like to imagine what it felt like on that day to the people that welcomed the person being born. What was the weather like, the environment, where did it take place, how long, what was happening in the world on that day, how did word spread about the news, and on and on. Thinking about all these things really makes me appreciate the person, and the day and how all other days accumulated to bring us here, today, again, celebrating and appreciating birth and life...isn’t that a pretty big deal? I think so. 

Well for Ethan I can recall relatively easily because it wasn't all that long ago and I was very much involved haha. He was early, 2 weeks to be exact, we were in NYC, it was cold and the temperature was dropping by the minute (I remember the day after he was born was a polar vortex which was the coldest day of the year). We were so excited, and I felt so huge and wobbly that I couldn’t wait to meet this guy!! I was also in a bit of shock, I felt bittersweet because I was so used to and obsessed with, his older brother, Zack. I could not imagine a world with yet another baby. I was scared and nervous about how this would disrupt the perfect equilibrium we had at the time. Either way, we were about to find out. I’m sure most parents will agree that every time an additional baby is born, it’s an entirely new experience! Yes, the basic steps are the same for the most part, but the emotions, the level of difficulty, the adjustment period, it all varies, each time. I’m not going to lie, I definitely had this imposter type feeling for a bit. Sort of like who is this baby and where is his mother? My brain was so used to knowing and understanding that I had only one child that it took me a little bit of time to actually fully understand that I now have two! Strange, but true. Once reality did hit, so did a boat load of confusing and overwhelming emotions...oh the joys of post-partume, nod if you feel me! Honestly, that topic needs a whole separate post, which I’ll be getting to soon. 

This past year has been a bit of a blur. It all happen so fast, I feel like I need to hit the replay button and appreciate it more. But no, sorry that’s not part of the package dear. It happen, it’s gone and I just hope I took enough photos and videos to last a lifetime because time stops for no one. I hear it way too often and from all types of people. “Savor the moments, be present, appreciate this time, they won’t need you forever”, you know what I'm talking about, you've heard it too.  I know I know I know!!! But yet, I still catch myself checking my phone, checking the time, wanting to put them to bed because how dare I feel tired and want some alone time! It’s true, I feel this at times, and its possible you do too! I still also catch myself sometimes getting caught up in whatever random activity we’re doing and thinking it’s time for bath but ehh what’s another 15 min, I make the rules I can break them!  The point is, both feelings are felt and they are both valid, as well as everything in between.

I didn’t start out this post with the intention of going here but it just sort of happen, so there it is. Mama of two (a 1 year old and a 2 year old, sounds super insane when I say it out load) saying that even though we want to so badly be that perfect human that is focused on the kids when being with the kids, and truly loving every second we have with our little humans because we do know that it’s so fleeting; It is also so majorly ok to just want to put them to bed and just breathe, or drink or take a bath, or all three together :) This child raising thing is hard, and yet we have choosen it, some multiple times! We do it for various reasons but my reason is because I believe that helping mold and shape humans that will benefit this world and bring a little extra good into it makes me feel good about myself (so selfish of me, I know). Cheers! To this journey called parenthood! 

Here’s a shout out to some of the awesome vendors we used to help us create Ethan’s first surf birthday bash! 

Decor- @flowerland_decor

I’ve hired Sasha in the past and each time she amazes!

Photo- @glossymoment www.glossymoment.com

Also a return customer, he's reliable and speedy with the photo delivery.

Food- Hickory BBQ 

Easy to work with and the most important thing...the food tastes good!

Music- TriTide -find them on Facebook

Kept everybody grooving the entire time. I lost count of how many people told me they loved the music.

Entertainment- @clownsdotcom​

Second time using them and I LOVE them! They are on time, they are friendly, professional, and obviously the most important thing...they keep the kids entertained the entire time!!! 

Desserts- @joyofcakes

Literally a work of art! I felt bad eating these desserts.

Invites-@paperlesspost

Super reliable and organized. I always use Paperless Post whenever we throw any parties!

Attire- Ethan: 

https://www.rococlothing.co.uk/brands/paisley-of-london/paisley-of-london-boys-blue-waistcoat-suit-charlie/

            Zack:

https://factory.jcrew.com/p/boys-clothing/suiting/boys-thompson-suit-jacket-in-flex-chino/H5630?color_name=sandy-dune&noPopUp=true&srccode=Paid_Search%7CShopping%7CGoogle%7CPL_BPROD_SUITINGx_ACQ_XXX_EVG_COUSA_EN_EN_P_FACT_AW_CPC_PLA,Boys_SuitJackets_x_XXX,PRODUCT_GROUP,71700000033423186,58700003939892375,p31982098167&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Paid_Search&utm_campaign=PL_BPROD_SUITINGx_ACQ_XXX_EVG_COUSA_EN_EN_P_FACT_AW_CPC_PLA,Boys_SuitJackets_x_XXX&utm_content=Shopping&NoPopUp=True&gclsrc=aw.ds&&gclid=Cj0KCQiAmsrxBRDaARIsANyiD1ogMCqQ0Q4r-JrsVdA5yIa2j1QdtQbatnVfgkaK1Z69sfIqcEHxVJAaAjd2EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

            Me: 

https://cynthiarowley.com/collections/dresses/products/talia-flutter-sleeve-maxi-dress?variant=17972136280129

           Dave: 

https://www.lyst.com/clothing/slate-stone-mens-short-sleeve-leaf-print-sports-shirt/

https://www.menswearhouse.com/p/joe-joseph-abboud-sky-blue-slim-fit-sport-coat-13N613N770?rrec=true

Makeup- @natalieskymu

I am soooo not a makeup person, and Natalie was able to listen to what I wanted and deliver!

Hope this brings some use to someone out there ;)

Suzanna 

[integralmentemae]

Meu pequeno não está com dengue. Mas também não sabemos o que é. Foi solicitado o medicamento para alergia apenas, e caso a aparência da pele não melhore após 10 dias, retornaremos ao médico! . . Estêvão continua com a mesma energia e curiosidade de sempre. Hoje ele ajudou na faxina. Ele ama ser requisitado, se sente importante he hehe. Organiza o quarto que é uma beleza, e gosta de ver a mamãe feliz por ter menos uma tarefa de casa pra fazer kkk . . Hoje ele me ajudou a colocar a louca na máquina de lavar! Ele tem uma proatividade incrível! A #maternidadereal é exatamente assim, envolvendo a criança em quase toda rotina diária possível! . . #honestlymotherhood #motherhooddrising #mae24h #momlife #vidademae #maedefilhounico #maedefilhounicoporenquanto #meumenininho #mylittleboy #meumeno #toddler #toddlermom #maternidadeativa #integralmentemae #mamaefaztudo #meninoajudante #maternidadeverdadeira #maternar #mamaedonadecasa #cuidardolar #cuidardacasa #houselean #lavalouca #maquinalavalouca (em Goiânia, Brazil)