Birthdays in our family are usually quite traditional—but not when it comes to Linna!
Here’s how it all went: First, we greeted each girl with a welcome pack filled with essentials—slippers (since half of the house still lacks flooring), a sleep mask and earplugs, a toothbrush and toothpaste set, and, of course, a lollipop. They absolutely loved it!
Kids these days don’t eat like we did, so Pizza, fresh veggies and Chips/French Fries was for the dinner. The rest of the party was a mix of board games, VR, Nintendo/Steam games, and a “cheese please game” – where you have to guess whose voice is it.
Linna never been a fan of the usual “Happy Birthday” songs, and she has no favorite cake. So we all knew better than to start singing it. Instead, the birthday spirit took a more unexpected and hilarious turn, thanks to Nelle. I got a small brownie to stick the candles in. It might not have been a towering cake, but it did the job just fine!
As we gathered around to celebrate, Nelle suddenly started singing the “Meow Meow” version of Billie Eilish’s song. If you haven’t heard it, just imagine Billie’s deep, moody tones but replaced with an endless stream of perfectly timed “meow meow meows.” It was absolutely ridiculous—and absolutely perfect. Linna burst into laughter, and soon the whole room joined in, some trying (and failing) to keep up with the meowing melody. Marley was confused…
The party went on until 2 AM, but the next morning, everyone was up by 8 AM and stayed with us until 6 PM. They went out for a long walk, played more games, and helped cook a delicious meal—salmon with steamed veggies, pasta, and sausages for lunch/dinner. It was a full day of fun and good food! 😊
I needed a cup of coffee and some sweetened popcorn to get myself started on cleaning. Thankfully, my girls pitched in and helped! 😊
In the pictures, you can see half of the living room with its warm terracotta wallpaper. It’s not entirely finished—there are still small details to complete—but it already feels like home. In a way, this felt like our first housewarming party! 😊
Ilze
P.S. There are a few cakes that Linna loves. But I am too tired and too busy to bake one last minute. These are the cakes she loves: Carrot cake, Orio cake.
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Glad they all had a good time. The house is looking really great, lovely countryside views from the windows.
Thanks! The house really is coming together, and the countryside views always make things feel peaceful. 😊 Have you lived in the countryside?
Haven’t lived in the countryside, but its only 3 miles / 4 Km and I’m out in the country.
Almost 5 km, that isn’t far! When we first moved here, the biggest challenge was grocery shopping—you couldn’t just run to the store for a missing ingredient! 🙂 In the city, we lived close to the shops 🙂
This is so wonderful! It is gatherings like these that truly make a house a home.
I couldn’t agree more! It’s the laughter and memories that truly make a house feel like home. I’m so glad the party turned out to be so memorable. ❤️ Do you have any special traditions or memorable gatherings at your place?
Looks like you hosted a great sleep over for te girls. Great memories were made.
It really was a fantastic sleepover! The girls had so much fun, and I’m sure they’ll be talking about this party for a while. 😊 Do you host sleepovers often? Any favorite games or activities you like to do?
I don’t have any children so that’s not sonething I’ve done.
That makes sense! Sleepovers can be quite the adventure. Do you enjoy other types of gatherings, like game nights or dinner parties? 😊
In my younger years but we don’t have friends or family near by so we hang out together. It can get boring at times but I like the quite life now.
The older we get, the quieter we want 🙂
I’m glad that Linna had a great party! ❤️ Your flooring is very similar to my new floor, Ilze, great choice! Happy birthday, Linna! Oh to be so young again.
Thank you! Linna had a blast, and I’m so glad you like the flooring! It’s still a work in progress, but we’re getting there. And yes, the younger years do seem to be full of energy and excitement! 😄 How’s your new floor holding up so far? Are you happy with your choice?
I often mention to parents in the grocery store with energetic small kids that I’d like to have some of their energy! I am still very happy with the new flooring. Looks great, SUPER EASY to keep clean too. Waterproof. Expensive! 😭 I follow the company that did the install on Instagram…
Are you back on Instagram!?
Yes, I had two accounts, one finally was deleted by IG, I have the better account now. Are you using IG?
YES, I have a few. Starting a new one now and then 🙂 it’s had cause I don’t know whether I want to keep a “Latvian” or “English” account.
Understood, what is your user name or url?
dzivezemozola is my Latvian account 🙂
Followed. It says you have just 18 posts.
it’s a new account, as I said. I like to share the stories, not posts 🙂
It looks as if Linna had a fabulous birthday!
She really did! It was such a fun celebration, and I’m sure she’ll remember it for a long time. 😊 Do you have a favorite birthday memory from past celebrations?
No one specific birthday, but I guess that means I was lucky enough to have many nice birthdays!
It sounds so! I always had only 2 or 3 friends over. We had a small flat and my birthday is in winter.
Most delightful
Thank you!How did you celebrate your kids birthdays?
From the age of 4 until young adulthood like this: https://derrickjknight.com/2015/02/17/an-alfresco-birthday-party/
it’s lovely!
What a wonderful time – well done!
Thank you!