Skirt: Target, Top: NY&Co, Flips: LOFT
Ok. So. I’ve been craving a striped maxi skirt for awhile now. – There’s just something about them…you know? Early this spring I happened upon the little number you see in the photo above, at Target. Snagged it, and trotted home happy as a clam.
But when husband saw the skirt he said, “What??? That thing makes me dizzy! Yuk.” Now, husband can be rather opinionated sometime, but truly I do value his opinion. Why would I want to keep clothes that he hates?! So I tucked my treasure back in its bag, and thought I might wait to see if a) it might grow on him or b) my intense desire for a striped maxi skirt might wane with the moon. -
Time went by. Neither happened.
Meanwhile, husband’s friends started an ADULT kickball team to play in an ADULT kickball league this summer. I thought this was the. most. ridiculous idea I had heard of in a long time. So maybe I’m opinionated too…
Seriously: didn’t we all only just barely survive kickball in elementary school gym class? You know, that gem of a game where the mean boys threw a massively huge ball to hit the girls in the face (or boobs, or butt, or back…is there a GOOD place to be hit??) in order to throw a player out. Yeah. Good times. -Or- if they were “nice” and went to hit you in the legs, then you ran the risk of tripping on said ball and breaking your face.
Much better option.
SO, since that was all so much fun, why don’t we let grown men (with heaps more strength and accuracy than they had in grade school) pick up this neighborhood pastime and call it a “league”? It deserves quotes because I refuse to recognize it as an honest-to-goodness sports league. I mean seriously. Oh, and did I mention the league was co-ed?
Obviously I thought this was bad news bears. And obviously I didn’t want husband to play in the “league” (on principle if for no other reason) 
. We had many a discussion over this whole kickball business…
Now what does all this have to do with my beloved striped maxi skirt? Good, good, you’re still trackin’ with me…
The big finish:
So one day (weeks later), I see my lonely maxi hanging out still folded away in its forlorn little bag and decide: “By golly (except I don’t really say that), I really love that little skirt, and I don’t even care if husband hates it! I’ll just wear it when he’s not around if that’s what it comes to!” -
And I told him so.
To which he replied, “Welp, guess that means I get to play kickball this summer!”
We can both be a little rebellious sometimes… 
The End.
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I think the skirt is super cute, I like the stripes! I had the same reaction to adult kickball leagues when I saw signs in our neighborhood announcing one! It sounds fair that you respect each other’s opinions but go with what you want to do once in awhile. Maybe just don’t wear the skirt to watch any of your husbands games, the stripes may distract him.
Hahaha! I’m glad I wasn’t the only one with a “Seriously???!!!” reaction to adult kickball leagues! Guess it’s the new fad? So, yes, I kept the skirt, but hubs actually didn’t end up playing this year – thank God! Chalk one up for the wifey
Aww, I think it’s cute!
Thanks for the vote in my favor Rach
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Ha! This gave me a nice little chuckle, mainly because it reminds me of convos I have with the boyfriend. I happen to love that striped maxi and I’ve been craving one too! I might just have to go check out our Target to see if I can find one, too!
PS – I love that you’re a Ravenclaw. I’d like to think I’m a Gryffindor myself.
Oh yes, definitely see if Target still has them! I looooove mine
And you know what? It’s growing on my hubby too…fickle sometimes, that one! Ha! – I know what you mean…don’t we all want to be a Gryffindor? Brave and true? I was officially sorted by Pottermore, and came out a Ravenclaw, and you know what? I kind of agree. Not that I’m the Luna type, but Ravenclaws are more governed by creativity and wit. And I think that describes me more than courage… Alas…
Haha, what a cute little story! A maxi skirt for a kickball league…seems like a fair trade
The stripes are super pretty! I’ve been loving maxis this summer, though haven’t actually bought one yet.
Hi Kyla! Thanks for stopping by and saying hello! I know, aren’t maxis the best? Sooo comfy, and always looks nice! Hope you find some fabulous ones on clearance! This is the time of year for some great steals
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That skirt is fun, and you should wear it! Kickball on the other hand…oh well, let them have their games if it keeps them running around and burning calories, is the way I look at grown men playing sports. I’d rather have that than video games. In one of my PE classes in college we had to play kickball a few times and it was scary!
I suppose you’re right Rachel…good old fashioned running around being crazy is better than video games
. I know – kickball is SO scary, right?! Glad ya feel me on that 
! Happy weekend!
You look adorable…I want me one!!!
Awww MAN, I missed this yesterday! It’s HILARIOUS!!! Hahaha…. love this sooo much, K. And I love that skirt. Men just don’t like what we women like… what is up with that?!
Btw, today I’m wearing a dress that Matthew hates. But he’s not here, so there!
So glad you enjoyed the post J! So the skirt passes your “perfect stripe” test?! Ha! I’m pretty particular about my stripes too…must be just the right width, right spacing, etc. And for some strange reason, I’m not a huge fan of black and white, but I love black and ivory (which is what the skirt it). Weird, I know! I also love navy and white, and gray and ivory – I’m such a stripe addict
. Hope you’re enjoying your weekend my friend!
I have that same skirt in blue! Isn’t it so comfortable? Love it with your bright top!