Made In Hawai'i

* date arrived in bayview: originally, October 9, 2017, moved back July 9, 2019

* area(s) lived in: bayside retreats

* relationship history & status: in a relationship with Robbie

* family: 1 child, newborn daughter Soleia

* career 10 years ago: actress/singer

THE NOW:

* date left bayview: N/A

* past residence: N/A

* current residence: Bayview is the family’s primary residence, though they split time in New York, Toronto, and Honolulu as needed

* relationship status: engaged to Robbie

* family: 2 children; Soleia Mahina (10), Theodore Nohea (9)

* current career: acting, Broadway

FUN STUFF:

* favorite location in bayview: Lilly’s Lagoon

* favorite food spot in bayview: giardino di eden

* favorite drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic!) spot in bayview: vin rouge

* favorite event or party: zombie run 2017

* best memory in bayview: starting a family

* favorite project involved in: Grease

* favorite sport played: soccer

Well, we are nearly there now. I really can’t believe we’re so so close now. Do we need to pick up anything else from the store? I know we’re going to have a bit of a full house soon.

She’s just so tiny. I can’t believe she’s here.

Isn’t it such a good feeling to have mum around? Like they just bring that kind of soothing energy. But you have to keep me posted!

You don’t know how appreciative I am to have my mom here for all of this. It’s been such a roller coaster of a weekend. I can’t believe she’s actually here! Kind of just like pinch me. I have a cute tiny little human, and she’s just.. I can’t stop looking at her. 

Of course! Anytime, now I’m just waiting for the announcement of when my niece is here.

That doesn’t surprise me at all, we’ll have to make a little space for her to feel comfortable. I’ll just steal all of your baby stuff, that should be fine, right? Please do, you know that we’re always around for whatever you need, so just keep us both updated, alright?

Don’t worry, I’m sure we’ll have more than enough stuff to create space for her at your place by then. But I think it’s safe to say you guys will be over at our place more, in coming weeks. So, I assume you’ve heard by now since last time we spoke but she’s here! She’s here and tiny and perfect. 

Oh, absolutely! Until she needs a diaper change, and then I live just otuside the village as a casual observer who suddenly doesn’t know how to take care of a baby. That’s okay, once the cavalry arrives, you should be okay with getting it all done. And you know you can always all us if you need any help. I’m filming a TV show here in town, the second season of Wing It.

I’ll give you that for now. If Katie has her way, baby will be at your guys’s place often once she’s a little older. Everyone is all here now, so it’s a full house over here. We’ll let you know if you we need your guys’s help. At this point though, you may just be getting a phone call that baby is here. I’m due in a few days. Oh, that’s exciting! 

Are you just finishing the last touches or are you still having to put furniture and things together? It’s those last-minute rushes that has everyone worried! I’m happy that your family is coming to town, though. I’m sure they want to be here for the last few days. Oof, yeah, the last few weeks were the worst. You feel uncomfortable no matter what. She’s just ready to come into the world is all. Did you guys get a name picked out? Are we allowed to know?  

We were still getting furniture together last weekend. My family made it in a few days ago, so it’s been nice having them around this late in the game. I’m just so ready for her to be here. I knew the last few weeks were going to be rough but jeez. We have a name! You will know as soon as she is here! 

Dog cuddles are the best type of cuddles. Are you free tomorrow? I can bring over some dinner too.

Of course.  I’ll try and get over there between camping and heading off to Sweden with Bill in the coming week.  It’s going to fly by honestly. The longer they bake the better when it comes to things.

It’s just a waiting game now. My family’s here, so we’re pretty set just for her to get here. I’m a few days out from my due date now. 

Once we get back from camping, I should be pretty free from then until baby time! So I’ll definitely pick a day and let you know. Oh, totally, I get you. It’s one of those things where you know you have time – technically! – but also it’s up to baby to decide when it’s time. When is everyone getting there?

Everyone got here midweek, it been nice having my mom here. It’s all a waiting game now. 

Honestly, why did we ever do away with naps at any point in time? They’re refreshing when you don’t accidentally fall into the REM cycle and wake up not knowing what year it is. I’m glad you’re doing good, though! That’s really all that matters. Oh, gosh, is she using your organs as her own personal trampoline? Not really any better place to lay low than here, is it? All the fresh air, the peace and quiet when you’re not within distance of the ATV tours — I hope you’re getting your relaxation on, mama! Maybe even hitting up the spa and treating yourself to a facial, mani-pedi, the good stuff.  

Absolutely, she’s got a good village to help her grow up in this strange world. I can’t blame you, do you guys have everything ready to go for when she comes? I’m good! I’ve been keeping busy with work, mostly, but no complaints.

Remember you’re part of that oh so appreciated village when she’s here and being a baby. We’re still working on the nursery, but what’s new? We fell behind a little bit but we’ve got help throughout the week next week so we should be good by this point next week. That’s good! What’re you working on right now? I feel a little out of the loop. 

That sounds good to me, a giant goodie basket, all her favorite stuff. I got the shelves done this morning. We’ve got… the crib left I think? So we’re getting there. Need me to pick up anything else?

I think Lili and Claire and Em may be stopping by to lend a hand with organizing, or to hang out after the camping trip. So, sounds like we’ll be good to go by this time next week. Everybody’s excited and wants to help. 

I’m glad to hear that. I mean, I know that there is probably a lot to do and not that much time to get it done. I’m more than happy to come and give you company anytime that you need it!  It’s definitely one of those things that you know when you’re starting to get close. Women have done this forever. I have no doubt that you’ll do incredibly at it.  Hopefully she decides to keep baking until everyone gets into town.  

Just let me know when you want to come! I very clearly am not going anywhere. Thank you! I’m not due until the end of the month, so I’m hoping the stays put at least a little while longer. 

How is the nursery going? If you guys need any help, you know you can call any time, I’m mostly just lounging about at home these days, soaking up the last bit of summer. But I’m sure you’re so excited to have everyone coming in soon, too! I know it was such a relief when my mum got into town.

Yeah! For sure, just let me know when you’re free to drop by. I’d appreciate some time with you. We’ve got a few weeks to go, so at this point, just hoping she waits long enough for everyone to be here to make her arrival. But we are kind of in could be any time now territory. 

Hey, mama! I’ve missed seeing your face and hanging out with you! How’s it going with everything so far? Got everything ready for the little one? Most importantly, how are you doing? ​

Hi love! Everything has been going well. We’re still working on getting her room put together, not gonna lie. I think we’ve started stressing everyone else out cause we have various people coming over to help in the next few days but I think we’re good. My family will be arriving in town next week. I’m good! A little uncomfortable, not gonna lie, just feeling bigger and bigger everyday. Trying to get as much sleep as I can too, she’s moving a lot at this point. But, other than the tiredness, I’ve actually been pretty good.