Since my boys recently announced that they had either outgrown, or totally worn out “ALL OF THEIR CLOTHES,” (they tend to exaggerate,) we decided to make a family trip to Up&Riding.  The boys all scored some news clothes for summer, and for our upcoming trip to see my family in Washington State. (We leave in JUST A WEEK!)

Josiah, who is growing approximately a foot a week right now, (ok, I exaggerate too, but it’s close!) was my biggest focus.  Not only does he NEED new clothes the most, but he also ASKS for them the least.  (Bless his heart.)

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I really love doing style posts, and I hope you like them too. (I *might* just jump into some photos for a style post of my own later this week…If I’m feeling brave. :) ) I follow a couple of style blogs that inspire me, and though they make it look so easy–it really isn’t!  There is a lot to it!   I’m learning about lighting, background, posing, and props…I still have a lot to learn!

Good thing it’s so much fun learning!
And good thing I have such FUN subjects to work with!

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Here are a few photos I took of JOSIAH AND LUKE in their new clothes.  Everything is from Up&Riding unless otherwise noted.    After each outfit, I will share the clothes details.

This summer is all about casual t-shirts (hoods are cool,) shorts, and funky socks. (Still.)
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JOSIAH:  Volcom T-shirt
Volcom shorts
Stance socks
VANS shoes (from Vans Outlet.)

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LUKE:  Element hooded T-shirt (from Raging Isle, Haleiwa,)
Billabong shorts
Volcom socks (yes, this pair are well-worn!)
VANS SHOES (outlet.)
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LUKE:  Quiksilver t-shirt
Volcom boardshorts
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Volcom shorts
COBIAN Slippers (Gifted.)

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JOSIAH:  Billabong hooded T-shirt
Volcom Jeans
COBIAN SLIPPERS

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JOSIAH:  Quiksilver shorts
Cobian slippers
Volcom Hoody
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You can always click on the Up&Riding button on my sidebar to shop online.**

I do hope you’ll let me know if you enjoy Style-related posts, as I’d love to keep working on them!

See you soon!!

Aloha,
grommom and groms

**The grommom blog has an affiliate relationship with Up and Riding–which means that if you click through my site, and purchase items from U & R, I will receive a small percentage commission on what you buy.  Any money I make goes directly back to support this blog, so THANK YOU!!

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Father’s Day 2013

June 16, 2013
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Well friends, I hope you are finding some special dad in your life to celebrate this weekend. Because, Dads–Well, they’re pretty darned important. I’m a huge fan of Dads, and am so thankful to have TWO great Fathers (Grandfathers to my kids,) in my life.  I’m also incredibly thankful for Dave who is such an [...]

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How to BE Inspired.

June 14, 2013
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Verb Fill (someone) with the urge or ability to do or feel something, esp. to do something creative: “his enthusiasm inspired them”. Sitting in our local coffee shop, with my nose in the laptop, I was stuck.  I wrote a word or two.  Deleted.  Then a few lines.  Deleted.  Frustrated with my brain fog, I [...]

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Just Bones Boardwear {Adjustable Waist Boardshorts.}

June 14, 2013
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My boys have always been on the thin side. Ok, they’re downright skinny. (However, getting some nice muscles on them, they suggest I should add…) I’m sure their lean build is a combination of things:  (Ok, genetics, PLUS) The fact that they never (ever) quit moving, and also as a result of their limited food [...]

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A Summer List: What I’m Loving Now.

June 12, 2013
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Besides the obvious things to love about summer…Getting extra sleep, unscheduled days, chilling at the beach, afternoon naps, and a plenitude of local, fresh fruit…(wait–did I mention sleep?)…there are a few special things that stand out to me each summer. This is officially Levi’s summer to become a swimmer!  But besides that… Here’s a list [...]

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Coconut Macadamia Crusted Mahi Mahi {Gluten Free or regular}

June 10, 2013
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(Starbucks gift card winner at the bottom of this post!) From the ocean…to our table….Now THAT’S what we’re talking about. Remember THIS 40 pound Mahi Mahi catch? Well, besides being the highlight of my boys’ summer—That catch turned into approximately 32 fabulous meals!  {Four meals, each serving eight people (my family and my parents!)} We [...]

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Weekend Vlog–an interview, a poll, and a GIVEAWAY

June 8, 2013
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I am conducting an unofficial poll here. You see, last week I invited my two older boys to sit down and put together an informal Vlog with me. I thought we would share a little bit of what we’re looking forward to this summer, and you might get a feel for my boys’ personalities more [...]

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SUP time in Hawaii {Stand Up Paddling}

June 7, 2013
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{winners of the Nixie giveaways at the bottom of this post!} We may not have seasons here in Hawaii, the way some of you have seasons, wherever you may live… But in our own subtle ways, things shift and change throughout the year around here. For example, in the summer, the swell switches from the [...]

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Throwback Thursday.

June 6, 2013
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Aloha! I’m quite sleepy, so for starters, please adjust your expectations about four notches before reading on. There, are we ready now? Let’s start with one more from last week’s attempt to take the boys’ photos: NOW–you might remember that I  mentioned my big summer to-do list, and how I am dying to update all [...]

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It Really Matters.

June 4, 2013
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THIS IS A  REMINDER: You know those things you do?  The little unseen, overlooked, EVERY DAY things? They matter. Yes, I’m talking to you. Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, a teenager, a neighbor… You– who just wiped your kitchen counters for the tenth time today. You– who got up early, and went to work [...]

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NIXIE Hawaii {Nails + Face + Boutique + Giveaway!}

June 3, 2013
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Aloha Friends! Today I am so excited to share about a brand new boutique that has just opened its doors here on the North Shore of Oahu. NIXIE Hawaii. I’m not sure what I’m more excited about: The fact that there is (finally!) a lovely little nails and face boutique so close to home, or… The [...]

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Bloggie Updates, a Grom Photo Shoot, and Rainbow Birthday Cake

June 1, 2013
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this one requires a little list:   1.  BLOG UPDATES:  My summer to-do list is long. Obviously, since I home school my boys, there are a lot of things I simply can’t get to during the school year.  Or if I did, I wouldn’t be able to blog.  Now that would be a silly idea. [...]

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When Beauty Reminds Us.

May 30, 2013
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It always seems to happen…Just when I have a list of blog posts almost ready to publish, something has to come up and STEAL THE SCENE. It’s one of those inconveniences you just have to live with when you’re a blogger living on the north shore of Oahu. (wink wink. ) This time it happened [...]

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Helping your kids Navigate Friendships

May 29, 2013
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Here in our home, we are entering into a new season:  My oldest son is nearing fourteen,  and the next one is almost twelve, and change is in the air. Gone are the days when our plans revolved around family, and work, and family, and family. Suddenly, almost all at once, my two oldest boys [...]

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SURF INTO SUMMER (surf contest at Ala Moana Bowls.)

May 28, 2013
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Here on Oahu, Memorial Day weekend has many traditions:  Of course the beaches are crowded with family parties and barbecues, then there are the lantern floating ceremonies to remember those we have lost, and if you’re a surfer grom, don’t forget– Surf into Summer is held down at Ala Moana Bowls, and it’s always a [...]

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Happy Memorial Day! Guest Posting with Tropical Cheesecake Bars…

May 27, 2013
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Aloha friends… Hope you’re having a great Memorial Day weekend.  Of course in the midst of the BBQ’s and all of the fun, I am trying to remember to stop and be SO GRATEFUL for those who have served our country and made great sacrifices for our freedom.  THANK YOU ALL AND GOD BLESS YOU! [...]

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Charter Fishing in Hawaii–H2O Adventures Hawaii.

May 25, 2013
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*winner of monday’s giveaway announced at the bottom of this post.* There are some moments in life that you simply never forget.  It’s always interesting to think back to the things you remember from your childhood.  Usually it is something really good, or really bad.  A special holiday, illness, the first day of school, moving, [...]

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Middle of the Night Tomfoolery…

May 24, 2013
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So, I’m kind of up not on purpose right now. It’s nearly 2:00 AM and I have been coughing so hard my head is ringing and I might have nearly peed my pants way too many times. Coughs are so awful.  I mean, I really feel FINE all day long, and then I lay down [...]

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Tropical Pineapple Julius: as a Smoothie, or a Popsicle.

May 23, 2013
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Raise your hand if you loved going to Orange Julius as a kid. I sure did. I mean, weren’t those things pretty much the smoothie-before-smoothies-were-even-cool? And my mom–being the progressive woman that she was (is,) used to make us homemade Orange Julius before that was even hip.  (And you wondered where I got all of [...]

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5 great things.

May 21, 2013
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I am so sad and sorry for the devastation in Oklahoma, and will continue to pray for all of those affected by the storms.  It’s hard for me to even believe what I see on the news.  Terrible, terrible.  Of course there are always amazing stories of love, courage, and heroism in the midst of [...]

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Bubble Shack {Hawaiian Bath and Body Products + Giveaway!!!}

May 20, 2013
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Happy Monday everyone! I want to begin today by saying how much I am ENJOYING working on these bi-monthly Hawaiian talent posts.  I am learning so much about some very special people and the work that they do, and I am beyond impressed with the local talent we have around us! (if you need to [...]

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In ONE Short Week.

May 18, 2013
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Do you ever stop to think about HOW MUCH happens in one week’s time? If we knew how much was headed our way, sometimes I think we all might stick our head in the sand and hide. But then again, that means we’d miss all of the beautiful and fun things too. And we don’t [...]

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Zucchini Coconut Yogurt Bread

May 16, 2013
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I picked up some zucchini at the market last week, without a plan for how to use it.  I happen to LOVE zucchini, but it is one of the few vegetables that my boys do NOT get excited about.  In fact, they are pretty outspoken about disliking it, which bums me out.  I have such [...]

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Celebrating Summer: Calavera BIKINI review + Giveaway!

May 14, 2013
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There are a whole lot of active women getting stoked for what Calavera Swimwear has to offer! It isn’t easy to find a stylish bikini that also works with an active lifestyle.  Either things shift when you don’t want them to, or the ties around the neck are terribly uncomfortable…First world problems, yes–but if you’re [...]

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Jordyn Barratt {The Amazing Supergrom Series.}

May 13, 2013
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I hope you’ve been enjoying this bi-monthly series where I feature some of our SUPERGROMS from here in Hawaii.  We have so many outstanding young athletes in our surfing and skating community, that I love having the chance to interview the kids and the parents to learn a little more about what it takes to [...]

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Happy Mother’s Day, in the Real World.

May 12, 2013

Aloha! I hope you are all having a great day–Whether you’re moms or not, there is something to celebrate today. First I want to say that I am SO THANKFUL for both my amazing MOM, and my wonderful MOTHER-IN-LAW today.  God bless you both!  I really wish I could reach out and hug you right [...]

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How to Wear a Sarong {Vlog,} and “Best of the Week” Photos (*contest winners too)

May 10, 2013
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Happy Weekend!! Well, this post was meant to go out MUCH sooner, but we had a few technical difficulties in our way….Thankfully I think we’re all better now. Thank you for your patience.  If you are anxious to hear about the lovely Hawaiian jewelry winners, I will be listing them at the very bottom of [...]

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A Hawaiian Night Sky

May 9, 2013
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Living in the country will always have some pros and cons.   After spending part of my day in Honolulu, then hauling groceries home from Costco today, the drive back to our house seemed very long. But one thing that seems to make it all worthwhile is the view from our front lanai.   Looking out [...]

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How Running with a Garmin Changed my (Running) Life.

May 8, 2013
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When you’ve been a runner as long as I’ve been a runner….and something comes into your running life that really rocks your running world, you just want to RUN out and tell everyone.   And that’s exactly what I’m here to do!   So listen up. But first, for those of you who don’t know [...]

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