I absolutely love TOMS Shoes. The whole concept is just amazing. "For every pair you purchase, TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need. One for One." How generous is that? The putting aside of greed to help kids around the globe. It's just a true inspiration. Of course that's what I thought until my ill-fated conversation with my dad.
Dad: What are you wearing?
Me: TOMS. They are awesome. So comfortable. Plus, when you buy a pair, a kid in need is given a pair.
Dad: How much did you pay for those life changing shoes?
Me: 50 bucks. I know it seems expensive, but I'm helping a child with no shoes in India or Uganda. Totally worth it!
Dad: You know what I think? I think it's a scam. I bet they have kids making the shoes you're wearing. Then say, "Go ahead and make yourself a pair, too."
Me: Wow! That is the worst. I can't believe you think that. You have just ruined my shoes and my good deed.
Dad: Yeah. Well. The truth hurts.
So instead of thinking about changing the world one shoe at a time when putting my TOMS on, I find myself wondering, "Is dad right? Am I apart of a brilliant scam?
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