As a mom of 3 young kids who is hypersensitive and hyper focused on doing everything right, I notice shifts in my children pretty well.
Today, while shopping with my middle child for interview attire, I had a pair of the most fun and funky pattern slacks.
Kennedy was OBSESSED!
She even picked them out over a blush pink pair of slacks I had grabbed (pink is her favorite color).
Naturally, I call my mom to check in with her on the outfit Kennedy was obsessed over.
My mom axed it (not knowing Kennedy was all in on those pants).
I saw that little spark of joy flutter away as I switched back into the blush pant suit to call my mom back again and see what she thinks.
My heart sank.
I told her “Mimi thinks that the blush one is more interview appropriate, but I’ll come back and get these pants after I get the job, don’t worry!”
That wasn’t enough, unfortunately.
I snag a pair of flats at the checkout because I’ve lived in flip flops for 4.5 years working remote (no shoes in the house rule though).
I put the blush pants, blouse, and matching blush blazer on the checkout, Kennedy still pretty down and out.
The cashier is ringing the items up, I pay.
I look at my daughter then I look at her funky pants she loves.
I thought to myself “honestly, these were the only pants left of this print. You pulled it off the mannequin, Ashleigh. Just buy the damn pants!”
So I did.
I bought the funky cool pants and I am unashamed.
I would have bought the entire outfit if they had a blazer to match.
I did like them, after all, I just wasn’t looking to spend an additional $89 on top of the $248 I spent on ONE outfit.
They were the only pair left and I did redress the mannequin I stripped down to get them for all of you concerned about the nude mannequin!
That was the best $89 I have spent in a long time!
Kennedy was so happy.
She felt validated and heard.
As she should!!!
So now I’m on the hunt for a red blazer.
Not maroon.
Not burgundy.
Fire truck red.
So if you have a link, drop it below because the reviews online are NOT it.
They say “money can’t buy you happiness” and they aren’t wrong (I think).
All I know is I’ve never been unhappy with $100 in my hand.
I can’t wait to wear the pants, but I do think for an interview they are a little loud.
Memorable, but loud.
Thanks, Kennedy, for being a hype woman to your mama and pushing me to step out of my comfort zone.
I love you (and your siblings) loud!
Almost as loud as my new slacks 😂
I encourage you to fan your children’s spark.
I refuse to be the reason my kids use drugs, so I’ll spend more money than I should to make that happen sometimes.
I have zero regrets, you likely will too!
❤️The Aut Mama❤️
If you could say a prayer or send a positive thought my way, I’d appreciate it!
I have an interview tomorrow and it’s a big one.
Thank you!!!
Torrid usually has nice Blazers