I try really hard not to bring both boys on errands with me. My 5 year old predictably wants something, usually candy, when we go shopping. It takes a lot of preparation and patience getting in and out of a store with him. For the most part I can manage, but with both it's a nightmare. So there we were, at our local sports store picking out cleats for my 8 year old. "I need cleats too," said my 5 year old. And there they were, little lime green cleats for kids' soccer. "But honey," I pointed out, "you only lasted one practice last year. If you want cleats, you have to promise to play the whole season." Of course the promise meant nothing but I needed something to justify the purchase. He was so excited when he tried them on.
And it gets better! This particular cleat came with a special - shoes, shin pads, and a soccer ball for only $50! He was in heaven and I couldn't go back. I ended up spending $100 on what was supposed to be a $40 visit. (The clerk sold me on socks too.) My 8 year old was a bit disgruntled that his brother got more than he did. After all it was supposed to be his trip to the store.
When we got home my 5 year old went in the back yard to practice. Days later when my 8 year old came home with his new football jersey, my 5 year old wanted to know where his was. I have to admit seeing my oldest in full football gear is adorable. Now he can't wait for kindergarten to start so he can play soccer and get his jersey (t-shirt.) The count down is on but the best part is he's been practicing in the back yard every day. Meanwhile, my 8 year old announced last night that football is boring and he doesn't want to play anymore...
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