“The other day my oldest informed me that he had outgrown his tennis shoes and needed another pair. He was desperately trying to convince me that he needed an expensive pair of Air Jordans. My youngest was standing nearby and sweetly informed us that the only pair of shoes he owns is an old ratty pair of Nikes that has been handed down three times,” writes Christina Crawford. The babies of the family take a lot of heat, but the whole incident inspired Crawford to stick up for the youngest kids. It’s an important reminder! — Kelly Faircloth, Executive Editor |