I would very much like a pair in this sort of style but I fear that I probably shouldn't buy more boots, as like BTM I have many pairs these days. I have just got my Art ankle boots from last year re-soled and re-heeled and I think I should refrain from buying any new footwear for myself. The hideous expense of buying new school shoes for ds's extraordinarily wide feet is looming.
MrsS, just when I think AB can't be any more of an arse, he manages it. Very good luck for your interviews. I am in total awe of your staying power in terms of dealing with the mountain of stuff that is your lot at the moment. Good that dd1 is feeling better and I hope that dd2 will settle in quickly at her new school.
In the 3 weeks that dd has been away, I have realised I need to try and change the way I react to some of her behaviours, i.e. stop trying to change her and change myself instead (which may well also result in her doing things differently). I am already putting this into practice and it does appear to be the way forward. We certainly could not have continued as we were before the summer holidays as we were stuck in a stalemate position.
Ruby, sorry to hear that your ds was disappointed with his results, but it's good that they were at least OK. Presumably this means that his plans for what comes next are unaltered?