Building a Legacy One Slice at a Time: Britt Lapiska of Bird Girl Bottle Shop

In this empowering episode of Fanatical DreamHer, host April Kemp sits down with Britt Lapiska, owner of Bird Girl Bottle Shop in Newport News, Virginia. From selling frogs as a ten-year-old entrepreneur to creating one of Virginia's most talked-about neighborhood gems, Britt shares her journey of resilience, motherhood, and determination. She opens up about the challenges of building a restaurant from the ground up, balancing family life, and the importance of legacy, community, and gratitude. Her story is equal parts hustle, heart, and hope—a true celebration of what it means to just do it and build the life you dream of. Key Discussion Points: (01:15) Early entrepreneurial spirit—selling frogs and starting a paper-flower business (02:13) Turning passion into a shared dream with her husband (02:47) Building Bird Girl Bottle Shop—turning their home into a business (03:40) Persevering through construction, ramen nights, and endless meetings (05:38) How entrepreneurship changed Britt personally (06:17) Teaching her daughters strength and self-belief through example (07:25) Focusing on gratitude and the good, even in hard times (09:03) Reaching milestones—stepping back to align family and business life (10:42) The power of family support, especially from her entrepreneurial parents (12:42) Lessons learned from past experiences—teaching, photography, and marketing (14:12) The emotional "Katy Perry Firework" moment of realizing success (17:30) Overcoming obstacles—construction challenges, learning on the fly, and ADA compliance battles (19:51) Opening day emotions and the joy of community (21:22) Advice for young dreamers: "Just do it." Notable Quotes: "There's nothing I can't do." – Britt Lapiska "You have to be a little naïve to start something like this." – Britt Lapiska "I built my own world—and I'm proud of it." – Britt Lapiska "When I heard 'Firework' on the radio, I told my girls, 'We can do anything.'" – Britt Lapiska "Positivity is always a choice—and I choose it every day." – Britt Lapiska Takeaways: Entrepreneurship often begins with curiosity and courage. Family support and teamwork can turn big dreams into reality. Every challenge—from construction delays to self-doubt—can teach resilience. Gratitude and attitude shape success more than circumstance. For women dreaming of starting a business: Just do it. You're worth it. Connect with Guest: • Website: birdgirlbottleshop.com • Instagram: @birdgirlbottleshop • Email: [email protected] Connect with Us: • Follow April Kemp on Instagram: @fanaticaldreamher • Stay updated on new episodes: www.fanaticaldreamher.com • Email April: [email protected] Join the DreamHer Community: Subscribe, share, and leave us a review if this episode inspired you. Don't forget to tag us with your favorite takeaways using #FanaticalDreamHer on social media!