A birthday can be celebrated in myriad ways. And as a singing telegram artist who often gets the distinct privilege of participating firsthand, I'm here for it. Follow me down the rabbit hole, and allow me to tell you a tale :)

Following a recent musical delivery as The White Rabbit, I presented the recipient with a popup book. The book described the scavenger hunt that Pam, the bday gal, was invited to embark on. The book’s initial clue led Pam to a nearby puzzle box filled with hand-carved figures. The handmade box contained “Alice dollars” and another clue. The custom currency was legal tender at Black Box Bakery, where another box awaited. This second box contained a tabletop “Drink Me” coffee puzzle, which, upon completion, sent Pam to Ziggi's Coffee. The coffee purchased with Alice dollars came with a cryptex. The tiny Mad Hatter's hat inside contained a geo-location, which led Pam to her final gift in Lakewood Heritage Park.

The takeaway? Never settle for a mere sheet cake. If Sean Rice can lead Pam on the adventure described above, your friends and family can do better ;)