Socks

This blog was an inspiration from my adorable son L and the McClures.  Yes M.Mc and C.MC, I know you're reading this :)

One school morning, like many days, we were hurrying out the door.  Before I could even step one foot out, I glanced down at L and to my shock he had put on BLACK DRESS SOCKS and white sneakers.  Is it wrong to wear that combination?  Is it appropriate to address this sock-shoe issue with a 7 year old?  Do I risk being late at dropping L to school so that he can change his feet attire?

Clock is ticking....

"L.  Why did you put those socks on?"

"I like the black socks.  They feel nice"

"But L, you've got Strong for Life today, and you'll be running around"

"I want to wear these socks and I just tied my shoelaces"

Tying his own shoelaces is something we taught L to do before he went into 1st Grade.  No more Velcro and slip on sneakers.  L was going to be a big boy and tie his own shoes.  So the thought of him untying his sneakers, running up the stairs to get white socks, re-tying laces....that would make us at least 10+ minutes late.

So it happened.  L went to school with his Black Dress Socks and White Sneakers. Let's just hope in the future he doesn't want to wear socks with sandals!!!!




Okay, my confession.  I love socks too.  I even wear them mix-matched ^_^