I survived my first Cub Scout hike.My six year old began his first year as a Tiger Cub Scout just a few weeks ago and this was our first big event with the pack.We got up early on this past Sunday, dressed, packed our snacks and headed to meet up with the other scouts.After reviewing how a compass works and some mindless wandering through the woods, the dads finally listened to the moms and we found the trailhead. It was a perfect day for a hike.The sun was shining, but the trees provided enough shade to keep it comfortably cool.The kids had a great time searching for the trail markers and well-camouflaged animals.We crawled under downed trees, passed through creeks and managed to find our way out.By the end of the trek, I was so glad I wore my new adidas Kanadia Trail shoes.Not only are they super cute with the hot pink accent, but the adiPrene technology made them very comfortable and the traxion outsole kept me from falling on my butt. Now I just have to rest up for the next hike.
My son is so excited.He finally gets to try an extracurricular activity.His sport of choice… soccer.Not necessarily because he likes the sport, but because his best friend is playing too.Another perk to playing sports, new accessories!Of course, we had to deck him out in shin guards, tall socks, a new soccer ball and his Adidas Quito II cleats.He loves the clomping sound his shoes make as he walks across our hardwood floor. I love the reasonable price we paid for them.I know he is just interested in hanging out with his friends, but I am thinking more long term…scholarships!
Much to my husbands chagrin, I am a fanatic reader.There are many nights I can be found curled up on the couch completely oblivious to my family around me, solely focused on my current fantasy obsession.I am a complete sucker for anything that comes in a series.This is why on this past August 2 I spent my night awaiting the latest vampire novel by Stephenie Meyer in my local Borders with a store full of teenage girls.A lack of seating left me to find a nice cozy spot on the floor.This put me in a prime position to do a little “shoe watching.”I quickly spotted a trend among these early teenage girls, the timeless Converse All Star OX.Blue, grey, red and brown were just a few of the colors worn by the giggly girls awaiting details on their beloved Edward.I understand the popularity of this vulcanized canvas shoe.I have a pair of navy ones myself.I love the low maintenance, easy style and comfort of the OX.They look great with just about anything and they are not as chunky as a running shoe.They tend to run a little narrow and have limited arch support, but overall I still love my Chucks!
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