March 2008

When I was cleaning house blog last night, I came across several fashion questions that were submitted weeks ago.  Evidently I started answering them but never finished, and they’ve been sitting in my Drafts folder ever since.  You can see why I don’t hold down a "real job" now, can’t you?

To try to catch up before the questions are obsolete, I will double up this week and next.  Because, you know, lives depend on the fashion advice we glean here from the wise and all-knowing internets.

So first.  Jennifer asked about summer sandals.  If I were a responsible blogger and actually had the original email or comment in which this question originated, I would contact Jennifer and ask her what exactly she has in mind, as there are many varieties of sandals.  Think about it.  We live in a nation where there are four hundred ninety-two brands of toilet paper.  So sandals?  That’s a pretty broad classification.

But I am not so easily deterred.  I’m going out on a limb and assuming that we are talking about a casual, practical summer sandal.  I will throw in a few dressier sandals for fun, but I’m mainly focusing on practical, daily wear.  So here you have it.  My top picks for sandals for the summer. 

I don’t skimp on the quality of a sandal that I’m going to wear on a daily basis.  I’m a huge fan of Aersoles for comfortable and cute.  Take a look at these.  They also come in a bright, summery green.

Or how about this one.  I hear this brand is very comfortable.  It comes in lots of colors, but I love this orange.

If you like a bit of heel, these are very cute.  They would go with jeans, skirts, or shorts.

A more affordable option is available at Target, but you may want to invest in extra blister protection.

I don’t know if this qualifies as a sandal, but it sure is cute, and it’s great for those who want something with more support and comfort than a typical sandal.

And finally, you can’t go wrong with a simple slide.  I can’t remember where I found this, but I think it’s a Naturalizer.

As I’m posting these, I realize that I don’t really have an everyday sandal.  I pretty much lived in flip flops all last summer, and when I wanted to look cute, I wore ballet flats.  I think I need to find myself a cute, casual pair of summer sandals.

So, what do you say?  Do you have a favorite summer sandal to share?

And tune in on Thursday when we advise Meredith on a summer handbag.

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In all seriousness…

Why The Church? – Thinking Christian (hat tip to Shannon) (This is Shannon’s brother, and also a friend of ours.  We found out about our small world connection several months ago!)

From the Tongue to the Lips - Adventures in Babywearing

On a lighter note…

Top Ten Revisit Cute Infant Pasts – Idol Savant (This guy’s Idol recaps are THE BEST.  You MUST subscribe to him.)

Near. Far. Wherever you are. I know that I’ll save myself first. – Bye Bye Pie  (I could NOT stop laughing after I read this post.  I’m serious.  I laughed for about 30 minutes.)

Blog Reactions – Genesis Moments (I can relate to this all too well, although I hopelessly try to deny it in my comment on her post.)

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I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with
power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell
in your hearts through faith.

And I pray that you, being rooted and
established in love, may have power, together with all the saints, to
grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to
know this love that surpasses knowledge — that you may be filled to the
measure of all the fullness of God.

~ Ephesians 3:1619, NIV

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Isn’t NyQuil supposed to make you sleepy?

So why am I sitting here, bright eyed and bushy tailed, and feeling rather agitated, I might add, two hours after medicating my flu with the trusty green stuff?

It must be that daggum store brand my husband insisted on buying.  "It’s the exact same ingredients," he said.  No.  It is NOT the same.  I’m here to tell you. 

I want my NyQuil. 

Is there a rule against mixing NyQuil and Unisom?

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My husband forwarded this article to me last week.  The timing was ironic, as we had just been discussing how men spend more time with their children nowadays than they used to. 

What do you say?  Do you expect your husband to share equally in the household chores and child responsibilities?  Do you think your husband does more of these domestic tasks than your dad did? 

And what about if you are a stay-at-home mom?  Do you think that should make a difference?  Should you have a larger share of the household tasks since you’re at home all day?

Discuss.

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