Celebrating Khy Turning 15
April always feels like a whirlwind. Between business deadlines, events, and everything else life throws at me… this month carries a deeper meaning. Because on top of the hustle, it’s also the month I celebrate one of my biggest blessings: Khy turning 15.
It’s wild to even say that out loud — fifteen. A whole teenager with a mind of her own, opinions that come flying in strong, and a personality that keeps me on my toes (and laughing, most days). Khy turning 15 wasn’t just about balloons and cake and food at cosmos — it was a moment that made me pause and reflect. On motherhood. On growth. On balance. On how far we’ve come.
Balancing business and birthdays isn’t always as smooth as it looks on socials. Behind every picture is a planner filled with clashing schedules, last-minute Amazon orders, forgotten candles, and a constant voice in my head saying, “Am I doing enough?”
But what I’ve realised is — being present is the real flex. Not perfection. Not an Instagram-worthy setup. Not throwing the most elaborate party….until next year. Just showing up. Making memories. Taking time out from meetings and deadlines to remind my child that she’s celebrated, valued, and loved beyond measure.
This year, I let myself slow down — even if just for a day. I blocked out time. I switched off the entrepreneur hat and leaned fully into the mum one. We laughed, we celebrated, we reflected, and I just took in how much Khy is growing into her own woman.
She’s watching me — all the time. Watching how I run a business. Watching how I handle stress. Watching how I love myself (or don’t). Watching how I treat others. That awareness keeps me grounded. Because I’m not just building for me, I’m building for her. For them. For all three of my girls.
And when I say balance, I don’t mean some mythical “work-life harmony” that the internet keeps talking about. I mean giving myself grace. Knowing when to go hard and when to shut the laptop and pick up the birthday balloons.
Khy turning 15 reminded me that life is happening right now. Not “when the business finally blows.” Not “when I’m out of debt.” Not “when I’ve ticked every box on my goals list.” But now.
So if you’re juggling motherhood and business like I am, here’s your gentle reminder: the people you love don’t need your perfection — they need your presence. Show up for the moments that matter. The business will still be there.
And to my baby girl (even though you’re not really a baby anymore) — thank you for being my motivation, my mirror, and my reason to keep pushing. Watching you grow is the biggest success of all.
