THE SMILEY BLOG

Your child’s Mitzvah is one of the most important moments in their life. It’s pretty safe to say that you want nothing less than the absolute best. This is where an event planner is going to be your new best friend. They are going to help you figure out everything from the venue to the […]

A private school can be such an invaluable tool for high school students. The right one will let you dive headfirst into their interests while also giving you one of the best educations available. It can determine everything from your friendships to your college. So, it’s pretty safe to say you’re not about to take […]

Food really does have a way of bringing people together. It sets the mood for your celebration and gives your party a way to stick out from the rest. If you have been working to build the perfect menu for your child’s Mitzvah, the first step is to find a great caterer. That’s where I […]

There are a lot of things that go into planning the perfect Mitzvah from the venue to the catering. But when it comes to actually keeping the party going, a fabulous DJ is going to make all the difference! Good thing we have some amazing options across the Bellevue area! As a Seattle Mitzvah photographer, […]

There is so much planning that happens before a Mitzvah. While your child is studying the sacred passages, you’re googling vendors and trying to find a caterer that can actually keep kosher. If you’re stressing about it, I would love to help you out! As a Bellevue Mitzvah photographer, I spend a lot of time […]

When you think about places to go to get gorgeous, sun-kissed skin, there’s a good chance Seattle isn’t exactly high on your list. We have such a reputation for our sunless days that we supported the entire vampire folklore movement of the 2010s! If you feel like going into your senior session with a perfect […]

There is a ton of planning that goes into planning your child’s mitzvah, from the decorations to the catering. Your child has been working on this achievement for such a long time, and you want to make sure the celebration is nothing less than perfect. As a Seattle bar and bat mitzvah planner, I spend […]

Volunteering is truly one of the best things you can do throughout high school. It’s going to give you a positive experience as you help your community, plus it’s going to look really, really good on those college applications. If you have been considering getting started, the most important thing is that you find a […]

College is a really huge deal. Yes, it’s the thing that’s going to launch your career, but it’s also going to help you find the friendships that will last for the rest of your life. But you’re smart, so you already know this. The thing you now most need to know is how to land […]

Throughout high school, you spend a lot of time thinking about what college will look like. You dream about the groups you’ll join, the friendships you’ll build, and the opportunities you’ll have. One thing you’re probably not excited about, however, are the gen eds. When your schedule is loaded with a repeat of high school […]