**Core Principle:** Reliable execution of simple structure. Remove friction of planning using calendar, advance booking, and relying on system. Birthday person has zero planning responsibility. - One-Month-Out - Book spa appointment - Book evening activity - Order main gift - Ask kids what they want to make - Week-Of - Confirm all reservations - Prep meal night before - Wrap gifts - Day-Of - **Morning-Afternoon:** Family time, pre-made meal, kids give gifts - **Mid-Afternoon:** Solo spa appointment (1-2 hours) - **Evening:** Activity-based date night, childcare arranged