For birthday ideas (if I'm correct in thinking), both of your babies seem to love water in general. You could have a 'Splish Splash' thyme party. So you can have ducks for Maisey and maybe bubbles or something in that effect for Wesley. Then if your family comes over you could games with that thyme. Like getting rubber duckies and putting numbers on the bottom and using small fish nets to scoop them out (or gluing magnets to the ducks and making 'fishing lines' with magnets to pull them out) and whatever number duck they pull, they get a prize associated with that number. And other games with water for a thyme. Though I know this birthday idea might be weather dependent so it may not be possible. I'm sure everyone will have a blast regardless whatever you do. ^_^
Does Wesley have a color or two that he gravitates towards? You could use that as inspiration for the twins birthday party! But like a whole “pond” or “farm” theme would be so cute for the twins birthday, you could get a petting zoo and maybe Maisey could meet some real live ducks!! A pond/farm theme would be gender neutral, include ducks for Maisy, it would be fun for Flynn and it would just be so cute in my opinion
These were my thoughts, too! A farm theme with lots of ducks and a petting zoo! You could dress them in gingham and overalls! Too cute!🐎🐄🐖🐑🐐🐣🦆🦃🦢VERY cute!
Party idea: A rainy day! The twins can wear umbrella jammies, and play in the 'puddles'. Obvi ducks (and worms) in the puddles too. Add some fans or wind machines blowing streamers and shiny things for them to go thru, etc. Pinterest has lots of craft/decor suggestions on this theme. 🎈☂️
Colleen you use the crystal deodorant with water, not dry 🤣 it made me giggle yesterday when you put it on dry hehe. But I use it, and it works soooo well. It’s just salt basically but wow.. give it at least a week or 2 to work
Birthday theme idea... If you give a duck spaghetti. You could write y'all's version of the give a mouse a cookie book. The story could include things the twins love to do. You could create large story book pages as part of the decor. You could also create small books of your story for the twins to each have in their keepsakes. Duck shaped pasta of course would have to be served along side some spaghetti. I have so many more ideas for this theme in my head now but it's just soooo much to put here. 🐤🍝
Farm theme birthday for the twins?! You found out you were having twins when you were at the ranch that you love. Maisy loves ducks and Wes seems to love animals, I think a farm themed party could be so much fun! 😊
I honestly can’t believe I’ve been watching these babies grow up for the past year, I love watching them discover all of the new things that they love and and enjoy. I have a niece and nephew that I am extremely close with and this past year they were taken by cps. our entire family has been fighting to get them back for the past 9 months and last Friday they finally came home and this weekend will be the first time that I get to see them in person in over a year. Anyway what I’m trying to say is that watching your kids grow up has really helped me throughout this whole process because all I can think about is that they might be doing the same things or laughing at the same time so thank you for sharing your life and children with us. We truly do love them even tho we have never met❤️
Colleen, I appreciate when you talk about topics such as this. I have a big chest and struggle A LOT with what to wear and making sure my boobs look smaller in whatever I wear. Thank you for bringing this up and bringing awareness to it. ❤
Growing up as a twin, birthday party themes ended up being creative combinations of each of our themes. For example, one year I liked maps and dogs, and my twin liked princesses so the theme was “princess puppies around the world”. Super silly and fun!
I think the twins might like a sensory room birthday party with music, lights and dangly ribbons and toys. I love watching them grow up and Flynn is so sweet with them xx
I don’t have kids, I don’t really plan on ever having kids but I watch Colleen’s vlogs everyday and to see her with her kids, it makes me want to cry daily. she is such a good mom and her kids are so happy and she loves them so much, it’s beautiful.
I honestly love how chaotic your house is, you are honestly the best parent because you let your children be themselves and speak their opinions. I wish I had you as a parent
Maybe a “mighty one” themed party to honor how strong they were and how far they’ve come this year! Or a lady bug and worm party would be adorable too!!
Wow! Time flies by. I can’t believe that you are already planning Wesley and Maisy’s first Birthday! 😍 I love seeing their personalities evolve as Maisy and Wesley continue to grow and explore more of the world around them. 💗
Flynn's spaghetti party is actually a great idea! I've seen tiktoks of parents dumping noodles, red sauce, and meatballs on a table with a tarp, and the babies and kids dig in! Adults can have their own spaghetti in bowls. Maybe the decorations can be pizzeria themed. It'd be super cute!
you should totally do a garden theme! since Westley is a worm and Maisy is a ladybug and since Flynn is obsessed with bugs! you can add a puddle with ducks and worms etc. your parties are always awesome. have an amazing day!
You are such a holiday person and it was so sad last year watching you struggle with not being able to enjoy the holiday season while the twins were in the hospital. I’m so happy to watch you enjoy this time again! And it’s better than ever having the whole family together to celebrate.
My mom had me really young, she was 21 but she made it a point to throw me an amazing 1st birthday despite all the people telling her I wouldn’t remember it. I look back on those pictures and feel so much joy knowing how much effort had to have gone into that party. Are there any shows the twins like? I loved tinker bell so that’s what we did but just a thought love you always Colleen 💗💗💗
I can’t believe they’re turning one already! Wesley’s hair is getting so long and Maisey is so talkative I love it. Looks like they’re on the verge of crawling. Good job momma! Maybe the party should be farm animals since ducks are in the animal category. P.s love the plastic wrap idea
your children are so sweet and adorable! it makes me smile to watch them I'm disabled and have a lot of chronic health issues and I don't know if I'll be able to have children but seeing yours brings me joy. Thank you for your content. You are such a great mom and person as well. I just wanted to tell you how meaningful your channel is to me.
hi colleen. I'm prakriti. i know you won't read this, but i have to try. you make me so incredibly happy. I've been following you for five years now, and hearing you talk about your mental health has helped me deal with mine a lot better. you're such a beautiful person in everything you say and do, inside and out. I watch your vlogs everyday, and I just want to validate everything you feel and tell you to keep doing what you're doing. it saddens me when you doubt yourself because what you're doing is literally helping thousands. sending love from India.
Loved the conversation at the end about how sexualized boobs are. I had big ladies ALL through my younger years and was looked at by men when i was underage and I was SOOOO self-conscious. I made the decision to have a breast reduction for health reasons and for my mental health as well AND I LOVE it. I can wear what I want without being self conscious! Shamed for just having a body. It's disgusting.
This vlog is giving me such "Colleen not stressed about life vibes" (even though I know you are) and I want to point that out so you can feel like a rockstar mama!! You got this!!
My baby is almost a year too! I’m doing a Winnie the Pooh theme :). I had my baby literally one day after you had your twins, I find it so fascinating to see the similarities and the differences in babies who were born at the same time to different families. I look forward to seeing their little personalities grow and blossom even more! ❤
the planning stuff at 6:50 is SOOO recognisable for me with my ADD. It's so frustrating to feel like your brain just lacks the ability to grasp time. What helps me most is to plan in breaks and always give yourself more time than you'll need. You can use the rest of it to do other stuff instead of not being able to finish all the things you planned. Helps me with my self worth and the way I feel through out the day. Hope this helps anyone in any way ❤
The plastic wrap is a great idea! But what might be better is plastic table covers, either the one and done at the dollar store. Or the heavy duty ones you can hose off and reuse.
I literally cannot believe how much Flynn has grown it literally feels like he was a little tiny baby yesterday and now I’m like wait the twins are already 1 now??? My heart cannot handle this🥹❤️
Colleen you amaze me… I’m literally behind on watching your videos and I don’t understand how you can upload faster than I can watch. You are such a hard working woman and you inspire me
Each time I see that you've uploaded it makes my day :) and I'm sure it makes many other people so happy too! You have the most perfect adorable children and deserve all the happiness in the world Colleen! Love from Australia
We had a “Wild One” 1st birthday for my son. We did a woodland creature theme, but obviously you can do safari animals or whatever you like! It’s a super cute theme
I was watching you last week and realized their birthday was in a month, exactly a month from the date I realized. I’ve watched you for many years and I think you're an inspirational person. You've helped me through a lot and I'm so happy for you! Those three babies are so lucky to have you. You've shed so many tears and you deserve the best. I can't wait to see upcoming videos. Hopefully I can make it to see you next year on tour.❤️❤️❤️
Tortilla Talk Question: I know that you and Erik have talked about having a bigger wedding celebration at some point. Are you guys still planning on doing that, would all the kids be in it? Or would you want to wait for the kids to be older so that they could be part of it?
Speqetii party!!!!! “meat ball” throwing (corn hole), spaghetti painting(cooked noodles in edible paint on canvas), “cheese” confetti “blasters”, you can have a family wide potluck of different types of pasta dishes, and I would have a family dessert pseudo-contest where you’re supposed to make desserts that look like real pasta/spaghetti!
Ducks& Dancing! Speghettiparty😂 Wesley seems pretty go with the flow and seems to just love a good time. Sing and dance and play music& instruments with all those ballingers!!! ✨
Seeing all the chaos around the twelve minute mark was so eye-opening into what mom-ing is like for you with a toddler and young twins. It felt comedic to watch but Im sure it's a lot to keep track of for you! Even if you love it
As someone with smaller modest boobs I used to be jealous of girls with bigger boobs. But I started reading comments from large chested girls about how they are always over sexualized and have been since they started developing. And just as you said Colleen, they would get nasty comments when simply wearing a shirt because they are more curvy than say if I wore that same shirt. It was very eye opening and made me rethink my views!
Hey Colleen! Heres a brainstorm of themes that might go well with ducklings 🐥: 1. Stitch and Duckling Theme 💙 2. “Duck, Duck, Goose” Theme 🐥🐥🦆 3. Duckling and Bunny Theme (Pastel Easter Vibe)💗🐥🐰 4. Duckling and Bubble Theme 🐥🧼 Ideas non duckling related: 1. Beach 🌊 2. Spaghetti 🍝 3. Dance Party/Disco 💃🏽 🕺🏽 (I will edit if I think of any more!❤️)
I totally relate to what you’re talking about with being shamed for just wearing clothes. As someone with a bigger chest, it gets tiring constantly trying to wear things that I feel good in but don’t feel stared at in just for existing
Here's a twin birthday party idea!! It seems both twins really like pickles, I think it would be funny if both or one of the twins looked back on their first birthday party and it was pickle themed or another idea I had was like a music themed party, in the vlogs I see the twins dancing a lot when you or Eric sing or play music. I hope this helped!! 😊
Colleen, your babies are so adorable!!! They are each adorable in their own little way, but I'm TELLING YOU....Maisy and her little laugh in the part of the video where she was tickling Wesley's back....Oh my goodness, she is NEXT LEVEL CUTE!!! I just love her laugh, she's so much fun. SO CUTE!!!!!!!!
They may not remember it, but they will enjoy it while it happens. Like you said, they will also look back on it in videos/photos and feel loved. It also creates a fun day for everyone else. The interactions we have with our children, whether they remember or not, helps determine their development.
No reason to hurt the planet because you’re feeling lazy. I usually love your vlogs, but man is this sad to hear. You only use one side of a q-tip??? Then don’t use them. The planet doesn’t need more trash on it
Farm party. Win win theme wise. If you don’t wanna do your classic colors you can always pastel it up or lean more into a fall theme. Petting zoo, overalls, pumpkins and more and don’t forget the ducks!
Oh my goodness. Thank you for this. GG cup gal here, and the clothing dilemma is real. Button up shirts/dresses, bye bye. Even blouses, I need to size up so often so the fabric doesn't pull. And don't get me started on bathers/swimmers - nightmare. Plus the constant back and shoulder pain. I've been considering a reduction for a while, but not many people talk about reductions, and I feel like there's maybe more stigma around reductions than augmentations...
Colleen! When you were talking about how long it takes to film your hair is parted in the middle and it looks so great! I just remembered you saying you don't like your hair parted in the middle and I just wanted to let you know it looks great! 😊
i’ve had a bigger chest since i was 17 and in high school so many of my (mostly male) classmates would just stare whether i was wearing a normal tshirt long sleeve or a tank top so i now feel obligated to wear everything with a large sweater to “cover up” and even then men still stare and older woman look at me with such a disgusted face. it’s so hard especially dealing with really bad body dysmorphia and being so young thank you for being attention to this ❤️
Hey collen I'm a huge fan of yours but I just wanted to say saline wrap is kinda harmful for the environment but you can use a reusable mat that you can spray with a hose to clean it. As saline wrap's production and disposal releases a lot of toxic gases into the atmosphere which has started to become a huge threat to the future generations.
that’s exactly what happens!!! my flatter-chested friends can get away with SO MUCH when it comes to clothing. if I wear even the slightest v-neck, I have cleavage. I’ve always been made to feel like I have to cover up way more than other girls, and it’s so frustrating! my friends would always say how jealous they were of me and, “if you ever wanna share, let me know” type things, but i’ve always hated my boobs and these things did not make me feel any better. just made me feel like I wasn’t allowed to dislike having to deal with all of the things that come along with big boobs like the sexualization, the back pain, the neck pain, the difficulty finding tops and dresses that are both flattering yet not too revealing, the inability to find bralettes that fit or BRAS that fit and aren’t ridiculously expensive!! my point is, i’ve literally wished to be a b-cup for most of my adult life at this point because having big boobs is a lot more trouble than it’s worth. my husband loves them, and that’s about the only positive. i’m thankful that God gave my this body that is functional, that grew my baby and is currently able to nourish her as well, but it is really hard to deal with all that comes along with having a large chest.
Exactly!! I’m seriously considering a breast reduction but the idea of surgery is scary to me so I keep pushing it off. I’m sure I’ll eventually get one but I just need to get the courage (and money!) lol
For the twin’s first birthday party maybe a ladybug and worm theme. It would be a nice way to remember the past year. Reflect on their time in the hospital and how far the twins and all of you have come. 🐞🎉🐛
Hey Colleen, I mean this in like a mama to mama, kind, nice way, but I just wanted you to know that things like the texture of raw apples and pickles are considered choking hazards for kiddos under 4. I know you’re right there supervising, but it would absolutely break my heart if you guys experienced a choking episode. Wes is spitting it out because he can’t get the pieces small enough to swallow them ❤️❤️
I really love your videos colleen. I have been feeling really down lately being away from friends and family, but when I watch one of your videos it's like talking to a cool friend. I'm so proud of you and you are such a role model of mine i love you!
I love how Flynn is playing with the babies more and more, they're gonna become so close as they get older 🥺
Yes omg! I can't wait to see all the things they get into when the twins get older!! ❤❤
For birthday ideas (if I'm correct in thinking), both of your babies seem to love water in general. You could have a 'Splish Splash' thyme party. So you can have ducks for Maisey and maybe bubbles or something in that effect for Wesley. Then if your family comes over you could games with that thyme. Like getting rubber duckies and putting numbers on the bottom and using small fish nets to scoop them out (or gluing magnets to the ducks and making 'fishing lines' with magnets to pull them out) and whatever number duck they pull, they get a prize associated with that number. And other games with water for a thyme. Though I know this birthday idea might be weather dependent so it may not be possible. I'm sure everyone will have a blast regardless whatever you do. ^_^
theme ^
This is such a good idea 😸
Omg that’s perfect
THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I WAS THINKING
omg good idea!!
Does Wesley have a color or two that he gravitates towards? You could use that as inspiration for the twins birthday party! But like a whole “pond” or “farm” theme would be so cute for the twins birthday, you could get a petting zoo and maybe Maisey could meet some real live ducks!! A pond/farm theme would be gender neutral, include ducks for Maisy, it would be fun for Flynn and it would just be so cute in my opinion
That's such a cute idea, I hope she sees it!
love this idea!!!
Yes! A farm party!
That's a great idea. Especially because she found out she was having twins when she went to that one farm. Like this is perfectly themed
These were my thoughts, too! A farm theme with lots of ducks and a petting zoo! You could dress them in gingham and overalls! Too cute!🐎🐄🐖🐑🐐🐣🦆🦃🦢VERY cute!
It cracks me up how Colleen is always like "I'm going to straighten my hair" and literally every time she curls her hair with a straightener.
this is exactly what i was thinking!!😂
I’m ok
I love how Flynn watches the babies in amazement whenever they do anything
And they do it back 😭❤️ my heart is so full
Party idea: A rainy day! The twins can wear umbrella jammies, and play in the 'puddles'. Obvi ducks (and worms) in the puddles too. Add some fans or wind machines blowing streamers and shiny things for them to go thru, etc. Pinterest has lots of craft/decor suggestions on this theme. 🎈☂️
This is such a cute idea
Ooo going along with this maybe like a Wonder Pets party
yesssssssssssss ill post this so we can get her to see it more if u dont mind :)
Fun idea!!❤
i was thinking cat and the hat like THING 1 and THING 2
i can’t believe it’s been almost a year since the twins were born, they grow up so fast 😳😳🥺
Omg right! I was like srsly?! This year has just been non-existent.
Colleen you use the crystal deodorant with water, not dry 🤣 it made me giggle yesterday when you put it on dry hehe. But I use it, and it works soooo well. It’s just salt basically but wow.. give it at least a week or 2 to work
Right?! Like how is it that they’re almost ONE already?! 😭🥰
Omg I feel like she was just pregnant with this 🥹 can’t believe they’re already turning one ❤🎉
@@khalilahd. literally!!
Birthday theme idea... If you give a duck spaghetti. You could write y'all's version of the give a mouse a cookie book. The story could include things the twins love to do. You could create large story book pages as part of the decor. You could also create small books of your story for the twins to each have in their keepsakes. Duck shaped pasta of course would have to be served along side some spaghetti. I have so many more ideas for this theme in my head now but it's just soooo much to put here. 🐤🍝
this is a GREAT idea omg! 🍝
Get out!?!? This is so cute?? Omg! Thanks for the idea!!!!
Perks of being in the No Sleep Club - getting to watch Colleen's late-night vlogs.
Here it's 8 In the morning XD It's abit late though I useally watch them a 6:45 getting ready for work
Perks of being apart of the early risers club: get to see the late night posts 2 hours late ❤
Me @ 5am
Farm theme birthday for the twins?! You found out you were having twins when you were at the ranch that you love. Maisy loves ducks and Wes seems to love animals, I think a farm themed party could be so much fun! 😊
You should have a princess bride enchanted theme birthday party. That was the book Eric would read the twins when they were in the NICU. ✌️🧡
Aww this is a very thoughtful idea! I love it!
And Wesley has the same name. He could be dressed as the dread pirate roberts 😁😁
I honestly can’t believe I’ve been watching these babies grow up for the past year, I love watching them discover all of the new things that they love and and enjoy. I have a niece and nephew that I am extremely close with and this past year they were taken by cps. our entire family has been fighting to get them back for the past 9 months and last Friday they finally came home and this weekend will be the first time that I get to see them in person in over a year. Anyway what I’m trying to say is that watching your kids grow up has really helped me throughout this whole process because all I can think about is that they might be doing the same things or laughing at the same time so thank you for sharing your life and children with us. We truly do love them even tho we have never met❤️
What a lovely response.. I know..🥰✨
Colleen, I appreciate when you talk about topics such as this. I have a big chest and struggle A LOT with what to wear and making sure my boobs look smaller in whatever I wear. Thank you for bringing this up and bringing awareness to it. ❤
Growing up as a twin, birthday party themes ended up being creative combinations of each of our themes. For example, one year I liked maps and dogs, and my twin liked princesses so the theme was “princess puppies around the world”. Super silly and fun!
Watching Maisy see herself in the camera and smile after each time you move the camera really cheered me up today
Sending love to you.❤
Love her little gurgling laugh. Both the babies have sweet giggles.
it reminded me of baby flynn saying "babey" in the camera 💜
i’m so excited for her this year since she can finally enjoy each holiday whole heartedly since the twins are home ❤️
I think the twins might like a sensory room birthday party with music, lights and dangly ribbons and toys. I love watching them grow up and Flynn is so sweet with them xx
I don’t have kids, I don’t really plan on ever having kids but I watch Colleen’s vlogs everyday and to see her with her kids, it makes me want to cry daily. she is such a good mom and her kids are so happy and she loves them so much, it’s beautiful.
I honestly love how chaotic your house is, you are honestly the best parent because you let your children be themselves and speak their opinions. I wish I had you as a parent
Maybe a “mighty one” themed party to honor how strong they were and how far they’ve come this year! Or a lady bug and worm party would be adorable too!!
Wow! Time flies by. I can’t believe that you are already planning Wesley and Maisy’s first Birthday! 😍 I love seeing their personalities evolve as Maisy and Wesley continue to grow and explore more of the world around them. 💗
Flynn's spaghetti party is actually a great idea! I've seen tiktoks of parents dumping noodles, red sauce, and meatballs on a table with a tarp, and the babies and kids dig in! Adults can have their own spaghetti in bowls. Maybe the decorations can be pizzeria themed. It'd be super cute!
yuck
That sounds a bit unhygienic, doesn't it? All the kids and babies swapping spit...
Watching MJ and Wes interact is the sweetest thing! And Wes’s laugh oh god so cute
you should totally do a garden theme! since Westley is a worm and Maisy is a ladybug and since Flynn is obsessed with bugs! you can add a puddle with ducks and worms etc. your parties are always awesome. have an amazing day!
This is such a cute idea!!
@@audreyp6300 thanks have an amazing day!
You are such a holiday person and it was so sad last year watching you struggle with not being able to enjoy the holiday season while the twins were in the hospital. I’m so happy to watch you enjoy this time again! And it’s better than ever having the whole family together to celebrate.
My mom had me really young, she was 21 but she made it a point to throw me an amazing 1st birthday despite all the people telling her I wouldn’t remember it. I look back on those pictures and feel so much joy knowing how much effort had to have gone into that party. Are there any shows the twins like? I loved tinker bell so that’s what we did but just a thought love you always Colleen 💗💗💗
I can’t believe they’re turning one already! Wesley’s hair is getting so long and Maisey is so talkative I love it. Looks like they’re on the verge of crawling. Good job momma! Maybe the party should be farm animals since ducks are in the animal category. P.s love the plastic wrap idea
your children are so sweet and adorable! it makes me smile to watch them I'm disabled and have a lot of chronic health issues and I don't know if I'll be able to have children but seeing yours brings me joy. Thank you for your content. You are such a great mom and person as well. I just wanted to tell you how meaningful your channel is to me.
hi colleen. I'm prakriti. i know you won't read this, but i have to try.
you make me so incredibly happy. I've been following you for five years now, and hearing you talk about your mental health has helped me deal with mine a lot better. you're such a beautiful person in everything you say and do, inside and out. I watch your vlogs everyday, and I just want to validate everything you feel and tell you to keep doing what you're doing. it saddens me when you doubt yourself because what you're doing is literally helping thousands.
sending love from India.
Loved the conversation at the end about how sexualized boobs are. I had big ladies ALL through my younger years and was looked at by men when i was underage and I was SOOOO self-conscious. I made the decision to have a breast reduction for health reasons and for my mental health as well AND I LOVE it. I can wear what I want without being self conscious! Shamed for just having a body. It's disgusting.
Colleen: “Maisy got distracted, she’s definitely my daughter” 🤣🤣 that made me spit my tea through my nose 🤣😂😭
The way Flynn raises his eyebrows as he suggest a Jojo party, like yeaaaah what an idea! So adorable! ❤
This vlog is giving me such "Colleen not stressed about life vibes" (even though I know you are) and I want to point that out so you can feel like a rockstar mama!! You got this!!
It’s so comforting to come home to a new video from Colleen every night❤
the way fylnn said "Ooo thats a massageee" it's so cute and hilarious. And how about plushie party?
OMG there almost one they grew up so fast !!!!! love you and your family Colleen
Colleen: "I'm going to straighten my hair"
Colleen: Curls her hair
She is smoothing her hair, the little twist at the end is so she can differentiate the pieces she already did.
Wesley eats his apple like a fruit bat! They take a giant bite, chew it up, drink all the juice, and spit out the pulp. SO CUTE.
My baby is almost a year too! I’m doing a Winnie the Pooh theme :). I had my baby literally one day after you had your twins, I find it so fascinating to see the similarities and the differences in babies who were born at the same time to different families. I look forward to seeing their little personalities grow and blossom even more! ❤
Give Wesley a food-themed birthday party and that boy will be in heaven. I've never seen a baby enjoy food that much
the planning stuff at 6:50 is SOOO recognisable for me with my ADD. It's so frustrating to feel like your brain just lacks the ability to grasp time. What helps me most is to plan in breaks and always give yourself more time than you'll need. You can use the rest of it to do other stuff instead of not being able to finish all the things you planned. Helps me with my self worth and the way I feel through out the day.
Hope this helps anyone in any way ❤
Colleen, can i just say I love how real you are. You act so chilled and unfiltered!!
You should do a Winter ONE-derland party. Like a kick off to the winter holidays. Also a reason to decorate early 😉
Great idea !
You could use a plastic table cloth aswell! And you could just shake it outside and reuse!
Flynn is such a sweet boy. And the way he loves making the babies laugh is so cute. I love the way Maisey OHHHH’s and Wes does a deep laugh
The plastic wrap is a great idea! But what might be better is plastic table covers, either the one and done at the dollar store. Or the heavy duty ones you can hose off and reuse.
I still remember when you were running to the hospital to see the twins. Now they will be 1. So happy for you all.💜💜
The discussion about boobs was so relatable! I'm a UK J cup and I've had the stuff you spoke about done to me before 😮💨 it's so frustrating x
I literally cannot believe how much Flynn has grown it literally feels like he was a little tiny baby yesterday and now I’m like wait the twins are already 1 now??? My heart cannot handle this🥹❤️
Colleen you amaze me… I’m literally behind on watching your videos and I don’t understand how you can upload faster than I can watch. You are such a hard working woman and you inspire me
Each time I see that you've uploaded it makes my day :) and I'm sure it makes many other people so happy too! You have the most perfect adorable children and deserve all the happiness in the world Colleen! Love from Australia
I'm from Australia too! 🇦🇺
We had a “Wild One” 1st birthday for my son. We did a woodland creature theme, but obviously you can do safari animals or whatever you like! It’s a super cute theme
I was watching you last week and realized their birthday was in a month, exactly a month from the date I realized. I’ve watched you for many years and I think you're an inspirational person. You've helped me through a lot and I'm so happy for you! Those three babies are so lucky to have you. You've shed so many tears and you deserve the best. I can't wait to see upcoming videos. Hopefully I can make it to see you next year on tour.❤️❤️❤️
Omg they have gotten so big! Already almost a year😭 I am so happy we get to follow you Through you’re life and all of you’re journeys
Tortilla Talk Question:
I know that you and Erik have talked about having a bigger wedding celebration at some point. Are you guys still planning on doing that, would all the kids be in it? Or would you want to wait for the kids to be older so that they could be part of it?
oh my goood i started watching your videos daily when the twins were born!! I CANT BELIEVE ITS ALMOST BEEN A YEAR
Can't believe they are already turning one!!! Time flies ❤️❤️❤️
I miss these vlogs so much ❤
A duckie and water party would be so cute!!! 🥰☀️
I live for birthday parties!! For me they’re so important to celebrate all my kids birthdays every year!! Love it!!❤️❤️😂
Aww the twins are adorable they have grown up so fast ❤❤
Speqetii party!!!!! “meat ball” throwing (corn hole), spaghetti painting(cooked noodles in edible paint on canvas), “cheese” confetti “blasters”, you can have a family wide potluck of different types of pasta dishes, and I would have a family dessert pseudo-contest where you’re supposed to make desserts that look like real pasta/spaghetti!
I can’t believe the babies are going to be one! 💛 what about a beach theme or a bubble bath theme for the twins?
Ducks& Dancing! Speghettiparty😂
Wesley seems pretty go with the flow and seems to just love a good time.
Sing and dance and play music& instruments with all those ballingers!!! ✨
Colleen is the mom I aspire to be!
Seeing all the chaos around the twelve minute mark was so eye-opening into what mom-ing is like for you with a toddler and young twins. It felt comedic to watch but Im sure it's a lot to keep track of for you! Even if you love it
As someone with smaller modest boobs I used to be jealous of girls with bigger boobs. But I started reading comments from large chested girls about how they are always over sexualized and have been since they started developing. And just as you said Colleen, they would get nasty comments when simply wearing a shirt because they are more curvy than say if I wore that same shirt. It was very eye opening and made me rethink my views!
the way how flynn just ate the cookie dough when he was finished but the things on was so cute and funny at the same time 😂😂😂lol ❤❤
I think a farm party for the twins would be adorable! little farmers 🥺
Party Idea: Spaghetti Western (dress up with cowboy hats and boots) and then Ducks! I know they sell ducks with cowboy hats!
To be environmentally conscious you could use a washable table cloth or sheet to lay on the counter too
Hey Colleen!
Heres a brainstorm of themes that might go well with ducklings 🐥:
1. Stitch and Duckling Theme 💙
2. “Duck, Duck, Goose” Theme 🐥🐥🦆
3. Duckling and Bunny Theme (Pastel Easter Vibe)💗🐥🐰
4. Duckling and Bubble Theme 🐥🧼
Ideas non duckling related:
1. Beach 🌊
2. Spaghetti 🍝
3. Dance Party/Disco 💃🏽 🕺🏽
(I will edit if I think of any more!❤️)
I totally relate to what you’re talking about with being shamed for just wearing clothes. As someone with a bigger chest, it gets tiring constantly trying to wear things that I feel good in but don’t feel stared at in just for existing
Flynn is SO articulate and it’s because you’ve done such a great job talking to him mama!
I can’t believe the twins are almost 1!! Seems like you just had them!! ❤❤❤
you should make a video with flynn reacting to the video of his dog birthday party !! that would be so cute !
I really miss Joey and Miranda videos! They are so funny. Btw, your babies have the cutest laugh. I crack up every time I hear it. ❤💋
Iʻm so excited! You just made me so excited and these past few days iʻve felt so overwhelmed so thank you!
Here's a twin birthday party idea!! It seems both twins really like pickles, I think it would be funny if both or one of the twins looked back on their first birthday party and it was pickle themed or another idea I had was like a music themed party, in the vlogs I see the twins dancing a lot when you or Eric sing or play music. I hope this helped!! 😊
Colleen, your babies are so adorable!!! They are each adorable in their own little way, but I'm TELLING YOU....Maisy and her little laugh in the part of the video where she was tickling Wesley's back....Oh my goodness, she is NEXT LEVEL CUTE!!! I just love her laugh, she's so much fun. SO CUTE!!!!!!!!
Didn’t you say once that Wesley loves your cats? Ducks and kittens party 😍🥳
They may not remember it, but they will enjoy it while it happens. Like you said, they will also look back on it in videos/photos and feel loved. It also creates a fun day for everyone else. The interactions we have with our children, whether they remember or not, helps determine their development.
Hi, Colleen! I love watching your videos. I think a washable tablecloth is a great solution for both you and the planet!
Or a wipe-able tablecloth for under the babes! No need to hurt the earth if we don’t have to
No reason to hurt the planet because you’re feeling lazy. I usually love your vlogs, but man is this sad to hear. You only use one side of a q-tip??? Then don’t use them. The planet doesn’t need more trash on it
The chaos of you vlogging with all the kids playing and being loud made me laugh. Idk how you do it. I respect you so much.
"I've been shamed so many times for literally existing in my body."
That's such a great epiphany.
Farm party. Win win theme wise. If you don’t wanna do your classic colors you can always pastel it up or lean more into a fall theme. Petting zoo, overalls, pumpkins and more and don’t forget the ducks!
Oh my goodness. Thank you for this. GG cup gal here, and the clothing dilemma is real. Button up shirts/dresses, bye bye. Even blouses, I need to size up so often so the fabric doesn't pull. And don't get me started on bathers/swimmers - nightmare. Plus the constant back and shoulder pain. I've been considering a reduction for a while, but not many people talk about reductions, and I feel like there's maybe more stigma around reductions than augmentations...
Colleen! When you were talking about how long it takes to film your hair is parted in the middle and it looks so great! I just remembered you saying you don't like your hair parted in the middle and I just wanted to let you know it looks great! 😊
i’ve had a bigger chest since i was 17 and in high school so many of my (mostly male) classmates would just stare whether i was wearing a normal tshirt long sleeve or a tank top so i now feel obligated to wear everything with a large sweater to “cover up” and even then men still stare and older woman look at me with such a disgusted face. it’s so hard especially dealing with really bad body dysmorphia and being so young thank you for being attention to this ❤️
Love your family! Since they are turning one and Maisey loves ducks, you could do the theme wild ones. That way it's more than just ducks.
Hey collen I'm a huge fan of yours but I just wanted to say saline wrap is kinda harmful for the environment but you can use a reusable mat that you can spray with a hose to clean it. As saline wrap's production and disposal releases a lot of toxic gases into the atmosphere which has started to become a huge threat to the future generations.
I'm so excited for Colleen holiday content!! 🥰 YASSS. You're litterally the best Colleen.
How has it been A YEAR since Maisy and Wesly were born?!!! it feels like yesterday!!
Hey Colleen! I have a very good long-term memory (it's been tested) and I remember my first birthday party!!! You never know. Go off queen.
That’s so amazing!!
@@basiarogers growing up i just assumed it was normal
that’s exactly what happens!!! my flatter-chested friends can get away with SO MUCH when it comes to clothing. if I wear even the slightest v-neck, I have cleavage. I’ve always been made to feel like I have to cover up way more than other girls, and it’s so frustrating! my friends would always say how jealous they were of me and, “if you ever wanna share, let me know” type things, but i’ve always hated my boobs and these things did not make me feel any better. just made me feel like I wasn’t allowed to dislike having to deal with all of the things that come along with big boobs like the sexualization, the back pain, the neck pain, the difficulty finding tops and dresses that are both flattering yet not too revealing, the inability to find bralettes that fit or BRAS that fit and aren’t ridiculously expensive!! my point is, i’ve literally wished to be a b-cup for most of my adult life at this point because having big boobs is a lot more trouble than it’s worth. my husband loves them, and that’s about the only positive. i’m thankful that God gave my this body that is functional, that grew my baby and is currently able to nourish her as well, but it is really hard to deal with all that comes along with having a large chest.
Exactly!! I’m seriously considering a breast reduction but the idea of surgery is scary to me so I keep pushing it off. I’m sure I’ll eventually get one but I just need to get the courage (and money!) lol
@@kaycrossing same!! i’ve always told my jealous friends that if it were possible to share without going under the knife, I would 😭
@@jagodley lol! One day I’ll get the courage!!
10:40 when Flynn said spaghetti I immediately thought of ratatouille and pasta and stuff like that I think it was so cute❤❤❤
For the twin’s first birthday party maybe a ladybug and worm theme. It would be a nice way to remember the past year. Reflect on their time in the hospital and how far the twins and all of you have come. 🐞🎉🐛
You gotta do something with ducks for sure!! You and the babies have come so far you gotta celebrate!
Hey Colleen, I mean this in like a mama to mama, kind, nice way, but I just wanted you to know that things like the texture of raw apples and pickles are considered choking hazards for kiddos under 4. I know you’re right there supervising, but it would absolutely break my heart if you guys experienced a choking episode. Wes is spitting it out because he can’t get the pieces small enough to swallow them ❤️❤️
I really love your videos colleen. I have been feeling really down lately being away from friends and family, but when I watch one of your videos it's like talking to a cool friend. I'm so proud of you and you are such a role model of mine i love you!