Stories Collected While Living in France
Sacha questions my style. He questions what I buy. Well not that he says it out loud on a daily base, but I know he does by how he looks me up and down with his eyes, and then raises his eyebrows. Though the other day he did said, "Mom, your necklace with that shirt has to go. It looks to dressy." And later he said, "Not those shoes again."
I guess having a teen age boy noticing what his mother wears should be a compliment in itself.
At least I want to believe it that way.
Teenage son critiquing his mother is a HUGE compliment – you matter to him and he wants you to look good FOR him (and his mates)!
My 22 year old daughter very kindly let me know that the stylish top I had on the last time I was with her made me look ” frumpy ” which is never ever a word a woman approaching fifty wants to hear especially when said woman had been walking around feeling fashionable and up to date.
I miss the days when my shorts were as she once said, ” Too short, ” but I I still had the legs to pull it off.
I am sure he means his best – look at it this way – if he did not care, he would not bother! You have a charming blog and I am so glad to have found it, through Modern Country…will be back soon and often…Spring hug to you from Ontario, Canada…
I think it´s great to have a critical eye under one´s roof, and even better if it´s a male person, and perfect if it´s your own offspring !!! They do see things that we maybe can´t see, and you are right to appreciate those comments, Corey …even more when they come from a student whose brain is now focused on exams and stuff.
hey I noticed I don’t have a teenager son any more while I was reading your post..=).. he turned twenty on monday.. but I didn’t notice the difference of formulising it.. until I read your post..
ist it good a good thing?? I have to thinh about it..=)..
and it is very good to be scrutinized by young men.. by your son esp.
this is a compliment..
enjoy..=D..
Ummm, with two teenage sons of my own, I’m going to say they are just hypercritical of their mothers. It doesn’t matter what you where, they’re going to be embarrassed by it. They’re much more critical than my daughter.
That is so cute actually that he takes the time to tell you what he thinks! That means you’re friends!
Great that your son notices! Recently a young person told me they “liked my style” when I didn’t even realize I had one. All I was wearing was jeans and a loose shirt! Having no kids, I only get the scrutinizing eye from my hubby and my cats…the cats never criticize!
Or maybe he’s just aware about what he likes on a female body…….
I so relate to this post, having 2 “boys” myself. It is a good thing that he is actually aware of your style!! He wants mom to look stylish.
I love you I love all you share.
Your son is fabulous just like you and your family♥
My oldest son (who is just about Sasha’s age) has also become critical of my appearance. I don’t take it as an insult… I take it as helpful advice! lol
My son used to do the same thing at Sacha’s age.. My daughter never did.
Betsy
Oh I agree, it’s adorable he cares how you look, because he cares about you. I love this, it’s like he wants others to see you at, what he considers, your best. I only have a daughter, no sons, we let each other know when one of us needs to “rethink” something we’re wearing. All in the name of love. Very nice photo of Sacha.
I can’t get over how grown and handsome he has gotten.
What a handsome young man Corey…
Oh no – “THE LOOK!” And you know what that means: if the guys in your family are checking you out, other guys are, too! I’d say keep the necklace and the shoes if they get you noticed and get some eyebrows wiggling in your direction!
Enjoy it! Sacha is definitely his father’s son. Krista doesn’t let me get away with ensemble errors either. I’ve been save more than a few times.
Corey, you tell your son that Bling is in, no one can have too much jewlery right now! And, of course you have to wear comfy shoes, have to be comfy for brocanting!
I’ll need to borrow Sacha for a week or so. I need some help. meh.
I raised two sons. They can be honest with very few words said. Men of few words. When my oldest gets chatty, I know something is bothering him.
From the photo it’s clear that your boy has inherited that effortless French style, Corey. How wonderful to have a gorgeous and caring son …
At least he notices and has a sense of style. Yes, it is a compliment.
Cute that he notices — or is it he wants to make sure you don’t embarrass him? I am never too sure when my 18 year old daughter critiques my wardrobe!?!?! Sasha is a cutie-pie!
I have no idea whether that is usual for a boy – yes for a girl of course – but hey at least he is awake and noticing ! You on the other hand should not worry, you are definitely tres tres chic x
Tell Sacha that I love his haircut (and Shelby liked it too!) I miss you guys!
Corey, my teenage son just complimented me on my shoes today. 🙂 I said, “thanks for noticing.” By the way, your son is growing up quite handsomely. Blessings, Kimberly
Maybe he’ll be a stylist when he gets older 😉
My son says: my Mom jeans have got to go. They are really looking out for us. Right!
A teenage boy with an opinion of your style? Enjoy it, it’s sweet.
Great picture.
Corey,
At age four my son told me he liked my hair long and he also fancied it with SOFT curls every now and then. Josh also feels quite free to tell me he likes my dress. BUT, I do ask for it; occasionally, I’ll ask for Daddy’s opinion on an outfit while he’s in the room. He always chimes in with his 2 cents. It is sweet that Sacha is looking at you. Some moms are plainly dressed and not so interesting to look at. I think it’s pretty spectacular.
Question for Sasha. How to get American husband to wear sandals without socks?
Laurie
SF
oh the sons…….. the sweet little boys who are men so quickly. My son will also tell me about something a girl his age is wearing – I think they are just trying to figure it out. We are very complicated creatures to them!
Yes! My 14 year old son plays every sport like it was a death match and currently has the table manners of a Viking.
But he has also been my most trusted fashion critic for years. He’s honest to a fault and has remarkably good taste. Plus, it doesn’t hurt so much to hear from him….”Mom those pants make you look fat”. Because when he says, “Wow, Mom, you look great”…. I know it’s true!!
BTW….love the photo…..Sacha is soooo cute!!!!!
Boys practice on their moms. First hugs. Compliments. Criticism. Suggestions. It is all practice for the future of other female relationships. How you respond will reinforce his chosing the right kind of girl. I think he will pick a good one!
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