So this was supposed to be “a small birthday thing” – supposed to be.
Next thing you know, I’m surrounded by black and silver everything, stressing over balloon placement. Did I go overboard? Maybe. Would I do it again? I mean duhhh.
But listen—it turned out ✨so pretty✨. I transformed a regular, hotel room into a… idk, I’ll let you think of something instead.
Andddddd, I recorded the whole thing because what’s the point of putting in effort if I don’t shove it in the internet’s face?

✂️ decor breakdown
Color scheme: Black & silver, obviously.
Supplies: Balloons, electric pump, curly ribbon, tape, my beloved brain.
Skill level: Olympic.

🎉💌 but wait… I have a surprise!
Okay so boom—while I was being crafty with party decor, guess what came in the mail?
MY PILATES CERTIFICATE.
Yep. She’s officially (internationally) certified!!!!
This has nothing to do with the birthday setup but I needed the world to know IMMEDIATELY. I am now a Level 1 Pilates instructor and legally allowed to tell people to “engage their core” with authority. LOL!
I’m putting this win in the same post because — well because I can.

before I take a nap
If you’ve made it this far, thank you for attending my TedTalk slash DIY decor slash career flex. I hope you’re inspired to:
Because that’s exactly what I did.
TTYL! 💌
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