Dave's New Bag

Somehow, the impending life-changing addition of a second child to our home has given Dave a jump start, and after months (or even years) of research, he recently invested in some "big-ticket" items.

Last week, he bought a limited edition Casio G Shock in white- it's fabulous, and he didn't even hesitate (when he called, Macy's had 6 left and predicated they wouldn't last the day.) Generally, Dave would lose out on such a purchase from indecision, but off he went to Macy's, and home he came with a watch. Which he is keeping, and actually wearing.

Then, today, he came home with a messenger bag. Some background: Dave has been carrying the same backpack since High School, and has sent it in to Eastpack at least once for refurbishment. I find this kind of devotion and long-term investment to an object somewhat awe-inspiring in our disposable culture, but the truth of the matter is, the thing is incredibly faded, has some holes, is losing it's shape, and is generally not so presentable. I got in on the act at Christmas, researching additional options (watches, too, in fact), but warned all potential gift-givers that whatever we came up with would likely go back. My mom bravely bought a great leather messenger bag, but sure enough.... back to the store.

Still, I was shocked when Dave bit the bullet and came home with this thing. It's just about the right size for Clio, and Dave tested it out with this precious cargo.


Doesn't it look like half her body is missing? Weird.