Moohi’s 5th Birthday Celebration: A Memorable Day at Palolem Beach
Preparation and Cake Hunt
Let me share a quick story about Moohi’s birthday. We decided to celebrate at an art resort in Palolem Beach. Our first challenge was finding the perfect cake. The resort staff weren’t very helpful in locating a special, themed cake for our daughter. We considered going to the market, but luckily, the person who rented us a scooty recommended a nearby bakery. There, we ordered two customized cakes: one for that night and another for the next day.
Eve of the Birthday
On the evening of the 19th, we arrived at the art resort. We were joined by Neha, Moohi, Rahul bhaiya, Diksha didi, Gargi, and Sumit. Around 11:50 PM, we started decorating, finishing just in time for the midnight celebration. At 12:00 AM, we celebrated Moohi’s birthday with a quick cake-cutting ceremony before heading to bed.
Birthday Morning Activities
The next day, Moohi and I had a great time. We started with a trip to the beach, followed by an hour and a half of fun in the swimming pool. After swimming, we were famished. We took a bath, and then Moohi attended painting classes, completing two paintings.
Lunch and Party Preparations
For lunch, we visited a beachside restaurant called “Mosh By The Shore” and enjoyed some biryani. Afterward, we returned to the art resort to prepare for Moohi’s main celebration. We had brought decorative items from Bangalore and booked a hut at the Art Resort Cafe for the party. Thanks to Rahul Bhaiya’s negotiation skills, we got the hut for just 3,500 rupees instead of the usual 6,000 to 8,000 rupees.
The Surprise Party
We planned a surprise for Moohi. After the Art Resort team decorated the hut according to our ideas, we blindfolded Moohi and led her to the party. When she opened her eyes, she was amazed to see her favorite characters, Elsa and Anna, along with the cake. Everyone gave gifts: I and Neha gave Moohi a kitchen set, and Sumit gave her an Elsa dress , and Rahul Bhaiya gifted her a Casio piano.
An Unexpected Encounter
After the cake-cutting, I rushed to return the scooter and noticed a girl who looked remarkably like Moohi. I informed Neha, who confirmed the resemblance. The girl, named Aisha, was from a Gujarati family living in Mumbai. It was a strange and surprising experience to find someone who looked so similar to Moohi.
The Grand Finale
As we were about to leave, we remembered the live music and birthday song included in our package. Everyone joined in singing, creating an amazing atmosphere. It was a fantastic end to the celebration.
Reflections
This birthday turned out to be even better than anticipated. Moohi enjoyed every moment, indulging in her favorite activities like swimming, visiting the ocean, and drawing. The Elsa theme was a hit. Although we missed having family around, it was still one of her best birthdays ever, making it a truly special day for all of us.












