Yesterday, February 4th, Felix turned seven — and we decided to celebrate in a way that felt a little bigger than usual.

Instead of staying home for his usual favorite lunch (pizza, of course), his dad and I took him to Pizza Ranch so he could experience the full pizza-buffet adventure. We knew it might stretch his comfort zone, so we went in flexible and ready to pivot if needed. No pressure. Just possibilities.

At first, it was a little wobbly. Felix ate a bit but didn’t want to stay seated for long. So we followed his lead. A few laps around the dining area later, he spotted something new — the arcade.

Now, Felix loves flashing lights, but I didn’t expect him to really dive into the games. I was wrong. He locked in on Mario Kart, and with a little help, he raced his heart out… and took first place. The excitement on his face? Worth every second.

After his arcade victory lap, we were actually able to settle back in and eat a little more. Then we headed to his dad’s for cake, ice cream, and presents. He was genuinely happy — enjoying his gifts, savoring every bite of birthday sugar, just soaking in his day.

All in all, it was a stellar birthday. We stepped outside the routine, tried something new, and gave him experiences to add to his growing collection of memories. And that little boy deserves every bright, joyful moment. ❤️