Most moms drop a quick ‘Happy Birthday‘ post for their kids’ birthdays, but Tavia Hunt went all out for her daughters. Instead of just the usual cute pics and emojis, she turned their birthday shoutouts into a laid-back life lesson session—full of love, genuine advice, and a sprinkle of mom humor. It wasn’t just about celebrating Gracie and Ava; it was Tavia’s way of saying, ‘Go out there, chase your dreams, and never forget who you are.’

For Gracie Hunt, the Chiefs heiress, who just turned 26, Tavia’s message was all about leadership, faith, and staying unapologetically high-standard. She called her “a quiet leader with the highest standards” and reminded her to never lower the bar for anyone: “The right people will rise to meet them.” She hyped up Gracie’s work ethic, discipline, and heart for helping others, especially through her work with the Special Olympics. And, in true mom fashion, she snuck in a little health-conscious advice—“Never let the world run out of iced tea or vegetables!” (Classic.) But beyond the humor, she made sure Gracie knew she was “a light, a leader, and a legacy in the making.”

For Ava Hunt, who just hit 19, the message was just as sweet. Tavia called her “a force of light and love” and reminded her to embrace her big heart and adventurous spirit. She called Ava’s ability to “love big and forgive quickly” her superpower and told her to “keep chasing your dreams, even the ones that scare you.” Oh, and she couldn’t forget Ava’s legendary self-care routine, joking about her “world-record relaxation baths” before dropping another gem: “Trust God with the next chapter.” More than anything, she reassured Ava that she’s “fearfully and wonderfully made” and that her best years are just getting started.

Tavia Hunt and her daughters are tight-knit, and it’s not just for show. Gracie Hunt has talked about how much her mom’s support meant during her Miss Kansas USA journey, saying, “She tells me, ‘Just be you. You are enough.’ It really has just bonded us so much.” And Tavia is her daughter’s biggest fan in everything—she even rocked one of Gracie’s fashion designs, a reversible wrap skirt, on Instagram. Ava has the same tight bond with her mom. On her high school Senior Night, Tavia got emotional, posting, “Yes, I’m crying. Treasuring the last of these Friday night lights.”

But it’s not just their mom hyping them up—Gracie Hunt is just as sentimental when it comes to Ava. On her little sister’s birthday, she wrote, “You bring so much joy and light wherever you go. I honestly can’t imagine life without you—you’re my best friend.” She even called Ava “the best present ever” and promised “many more adventures together.” If there’s one thing that’s clear, it’s that the Hunt family is all about love, faith, and always showing up for each other—whether that’s through deep life advice or just cracking jokes along the way.

Tavia Hunt gets real about a rough patch

Tavia Hunt recently took to Instagram to get real about what she called one of the “most challenging” months of her life. With everything hitting hard, she reminded us that no one’s immune to life’s curveballs.

It’s been a tough time on multiple fronts. February wasn’t kind: the Chiefs suffered a heavy Super Bowl LIX loss to the Eagles, and the franchise said goodbye to a radio icon who had been with them for three decades. On top of that, her daughter Gracie’s been dealing with a breakup and even forgot it was St. Patrick’s Day—proving that even the Hunt family isn’t free from heartache.

In her candid post, Tavia shared a piece of wisdom that really hit home. She quoted one of her kids who said, “I want to marry someone I can suffer with, because life is hard and we all endure suffering.” That got her thinking about the importance of a solid foundation. She expressed gratitude for her steadfast life partner, supportive friends, and most importantly, a God who’s in control—even when the world feels like it’s falling apart.

Her message wasn’t just a venting session—it was a reminder to keep holding on. Tavia wrapped it all up with a powerful note: even when you bend under pressure, with faith you won’t break. “Hold fast,” she urged, because “God is not finished yet.” It’s a raw, honest look at life’s struggles, and a reminder that with the right support and belief, you can make it through even the toughest storms.