I wrote this post last August with the firm knowledge that my boy would eventually be tying his own shoelaces. Before I sent those awesome Lego shoes to school I did what I think was probably the most crucial step to Cuyler succeeding in this task. I dyed the shoelaces. One half of the lace … [Read more...]
FotoFriday – Four More Sleeps!
Say it with me everybody! FOUR MORE SLEEPS! FOUR MORE SLEEPS! FOUR MORE SLEEPS! I love my kids more than life but they need to go back to school. Pronto. We've had an amazing summer up until this last week. The kids have had enough of each other and I've had enough of the fighting. … [Read more...]
Putting his foot down
I took the kids back to school shopping Tuesday because we had no plans and I knew if we stayed home they would do nothing but taunt, tease and drive each other crazy. I bought them some essentials - tunics and leggings for Eva, pants and a much sought after Kermit tshirt for Cuyler. Then on to … [Read more...]
FotoFriday – Pumped Up Kicks
I have been looking for green Chucks forever. Okay...more like 6 months. But seriously I could not find a pair anywhere. From Toronto to Grove CIty, PA. No green. Not even on ebay. So I took to the internet and made a pair. Yes - custom made a pair on the Converse website. After I designed … [Read more...]
If the shoe fits…
See these shoes? They look innocent enough, don't they? But no. These shoes represent a major shift. A transition. An undeniable change. Can you guess why? Because now officially my 10-year-old son is wearing MEN'S shoes. I can no longer get away with a forgiving size 6.5 youth. Nope. These are a … [Read more...]