Movember 2019

With November 1^st getting closer and closer (also known to many as Movember) I am letting everyone know that I am participating in the charity again this year and growing out my mustache for men’s health. I am also hoping to raise a little bit of money along the way for this awesome organization. Here is a link to my personal page where you will be able to find out a little more about the organization as well as be able to donate to a cause that often gets overlooked by society as a whole, Men’s Health. And if you want to join me and grow your Mo for men's health for the month of November, by all means please sign up. Thank you for your time and have an awesome day. https://mobro.co/rileyc?mc=1

Made in England

 Dr. Martens: Made in England

                "Most people who have known me for a while know that I love Dr. Martens. I have worn Docs since the seventh grade, when my Granny bought me my first pair of 10-eye boots. Back then, all Dr. Martens were made in England. In 2003, I believe, the company was facing bankruptcy and moved production to China and Thailand. As many fans noticed, the quality suffered severely. While my original English-made boots lasted for many years, the ones made in Asia barely lasted a year before falling apart.

In 2004, the original Cobbs Lane factory in Wollaston, England, began production on the 'Vintage' or 'Made in England' line. Although some small-scale machinery is used, these boots are essentially handcrafted in limited quantities. I love this line so much that I now own three pairs; I refuse to buy any pair not made in England. You may pay more, but you certainly get your money’s worth in quality and craftsmanship.

Most people also know that I collect autographs. Some of my fellow collectors might not understand what I’m about to say, but someone doesn’t have to be a famous TV star for you to value their signature. This brings me to my most recent acquisition. I decided to write to the cobblers who made my boots at the Cobbs Lane factory. I only had a single first name to go on, but I took a chance and wrote to her asking for her autograph.

Yesterday, I received something in the mail that has easily made its way onto my list of favorites: a personal letter and three Polaroids from inside the factory. I am beyond flabbergasted. It was totally unexpected and, in my book, incredibly cool."