When is it time for new boots?

It's normal to hold on to your work boots for as long as possible. As a Journeyman Toolmaker, Chris did the same thing.After all, they're quite an investment.  But, how do you know when it's time for new boots?Here's a Quick Checklist:#1 Wear & TearIf you notice the protective part of your work boots has started to show through, don't think twice. It's time for a change. Don’t take a…

The Right Boots

Hunter came by the store a few weeks ago looking for new boots.“How long have you had those?” We knew by looking at them that they weren’t from our store.“Four months.” He was clearly upset. “What do you do?” “ I finish trailers, [including] putting wheels and tires on... my feet are killing me by the end of the day.”While speaking with Hunter, Chris, from TeamBootLife, was inspecting his boots a…

Flag on the Wall

Flag Day seemed like a great time to share the flag story.The US flag that proudly hangs on the rear wall was found discarded at a local Salvation Army store many years ago. It was shoved onto a shelf of discarded treasures. It was tagged very low, less than $10.00.  Holly bought it. She didn’t know where it would go but that it needed hung somewhere someday where it would be seen.About…

Moo Cows

This adorable youth shirt by Farm Boy Farm Girl arrived just before Easter – it’s called the Moo Cow Portrait Tee. Chris & I couldn’t help but smile when we first saw it. Like most things, there’s a story…Rewind back to a group of unlikely high school friends who met at a local campground – all from different high schools who looked forward to spending long weekends together at the…

Rich in Boots & Love

“I think we’re supposed to open a boot store.”Once I said it out loud, I couldn’t take it back. To which Chris replied, “Well, we may not have much but we’ll be rich in boots and love.” That last part was drawn out a bit as he said it, an ornery grin in tow. Read it real slow and southern like: “…rich in boots and love…” You got it! I had just bore my soul and that’s what my husband had fo…