Ben’s awesome, ginormous new shoes

new_kicks_red.jpg

Ben's awesome new shoes, shot with Canon Xsi

I remember getting new shoes as a kid, Zips, and being SO excited that I slept in them. Ben grinned when I told him that story and nodded in agreement, like, yeah mom, you totally get me! Nevermind that these hand-me-downs from his cousin are several sizes too big. He is happy as can be.

Follow on Facebook Follow on Instagram Follow on Twitter Follow on Pinterest

Hi, I’m Andrea

On this blog you’ll be learning with me how to use our voices, share our creative superpowers and live life in full color.

As an artist, photographer, life coach + mentor, I’m redefining what it means to be a SUPERHERO — ‘cause in my world, it’s got nothing to do with capes, spandex or sidekicks and everything to do with tenderness, intuition & baby steps of bravery.

LEARN MORE ABOUT ME >

17 Comments

  1. bahiehk

    Yep!! Can totally relate.
    I still remember getting blue ballerinas WITH HEELS at age [undefined] and sleeping with them on for many nights.
    It must have been so uncomfortable but all I remember is the bliss of it and being so grateful my parents didn’t mind. 🙂
    The simple pleasures of life.
    ps. Is he doing pants-free summer?

    Reply
  2. cjm

    Love the bandaid. 🙂

    Reply
  3. Sharon

    I love the red laces. And the band-aid on his knee says “little boy” perfectly.

    Reply
  4. GailNHB

    The thing is – we never ever stop looking for that amazing, heart-racing moment when we realize that someone really gets us. We look into their eyes with awe, wonder, and so much gratitude. And we are soooooo glad to have found each other at just the right moment.
    It doesn’t matter if the thing that connects us is as simple as a pair of sneakers or as profound as a soul connection that rocks us to our core. No, I take that back. The latter kind is the one that rings my bell over and over. That moment. That knowing moment. That “you’ve got me” moment. That moment of “you had me at hello.”
    I’m glad Ben has had one over sneakers. I wish us all many more such moments over candlelit tables, across coffee shop tables, and at our own simply adorned kitchen tables.

    Reply
  5. Catherine Just

    I love that Max and Ben wear the same diapers
    and I love the bandaid, big shoes, the angle of this shot, the story of your connection and that you TOTALLY GET HIM! Love that

    Reply
  6. niki

    Ah yes!! Awesome Ben! I totally get the excitement. My grandpa and I picked up a pair of matching blue and white Trax at the Kmart in Watsonville. I was about 8. Sweeeeeet ;). I slept with them next to my pillow.

    Reply
  7. kristi

    there’s so much BOY in this photo that it nearly jumps off my computer screen and dances a jig on my tabletop! you’ve captured BOY perfectly here. so looking forward to starting up your photo course soon!

    Reply
  8. jenny

    mine were green and gold and white! 🙂 just want to say i signed up for your course and am so excited to play! thank you in advance…

    Reply
  9. jennifer

    i LOVED my Zips. I didn’t sleep in them, but I remember being SO crazy excited to get them. The tops of mine were blue and green checkered squares. Oh Zips, you were truly wonderful. I’m happy Ben is excited by his new shoes. I love that the laces and the stripe are color coordinated.

    Reply
  10. jenn

    I remember getting hand me downs from cousins and family friends as a kid and loving them, even though they weren’t new, they were new to me. It was always exciting and fun.
    I love this pic, it really does scream boy, and it is adorable.

    Reply
  11. amanda

    I LOVE THIS!

    Reply
  12. Lori

    Just to see our kids that happy and excited is the best!

    Reply
  13. Peggy

    I too, love the bandage on the knee…

    Reply
  14. Jennifer

    This kid cracks me up. Such a little hipster!
    I am a runner, and I must admit that from the time I was a child until this very day (and I just turned 36 years old), I have LOVED the smell of a box of brand-new running shoes. I feel you, Ben – there is just nothing like a new pair of shoes.

    Reply
  15. isac

    Encuentro que no sois derecho. Discutiremos. Escriban en PM, se comunicaremos.
    http://www.sexfg.com/
    clusters

    Reply
  16. oprol evorter

    I will immediately grasp your rss as I can not find your email subscription hyperlink or e-newsletter service. Do you have any? Please let me recognise so that I may subscribe. Thanks.

    Reply

Leave a Reply to Catherine Just Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Ready for your next creative adventure?

Download the Mondo Beyondo dream generator!

Latest from the blog

CSP #82: We Should Get Together with Kat Vellos

CSP #82: We Should Get Together with Kat Vellos

Listen in to this great conversation about adult friendship with expert Kat Vellos! Kat Vellos is a trusted expert on the power of cultivating meaningful friendships. She’s a speaker and author of the book, We Should Get Together: The Secret to Cultivating Better...

read more

self guided e-courses
INSTANT & FOREVER ACCESS

Choosing Ease

30 days of ease, joy and cultivating wonder

I believe that when I’m creating from a place of ease and buoyancy I am actually in flow – in alignment with myself and the Universe.

Capture the Magic

Rock your camera-phone - and discover that beauty and joy are everywhere.

The very best camera is the one that’s with you! I’ll show you how to get on your own path of joy and delight while learning photography skills along the way.

mondo beyondo

What does your heart truly want in 2020? 

What if you could name your dreams and desires for 2020 and create a plan to make them reality?

VIEW MORE COURSES

Get your FREE guide to experiencing more wonder + joy!

Hop on my mailing list to get weekly-ish inspiration, updates and your free downloadable PDF: 9 ways to experience more wonder right now. I'm so glad you're here!

You have Successfully Subscribed!