When I was writing “Me Is All I Want To Be” I knew from the start that I wanted to incorporate my twins artwork into the book, not just as a way to integrate them into the story but also as a way to encourage their creativity.

However, my kids have very different rhythms when it comes to creativity. My son, Jacob, draws every-single-day, no exceptions. We often joke Jacob was born with a pencil in hand and that he never met a blank piece of paper he didn’t like. Chloe however is more methodical when it comes to creating. She has to be in the right mood, and inspiration has to strike her from a different angle. She loves creating but on her terms.

It’s one of the many things my twins have taught me about how they differ. Just because they are twins doesn’t mean they are the same.

When I approached Chloe about designing the artwork for the tee, it wasn’t because I didn’t want Jacob to do it, it was because Chloe’s creative flow comes in gently and sometimes needs a bit of coaxing. I have piles of Jacob’s artwork, and was able to incorporate his work easily into the illustrations in my book. His creative flow is like a river that leads to an ocean of ideas, always surging and active. 

Chloe needed more gentle guidance, but she knew she wanted to be a part of the book. One thing I noticed Chloe doing on her own was signing her name with a lightning bold as the “L” in Chloe. It was a sweet distinction that gave her name more personality. When I asked her to draw the lightning bolt bigger and color it in, she didn’t hesitate. She got right to work and didn’t stop until it was to her liking. 

When Chloe’s tee shirt design was printed for the first time, I watched her light up in a way I’ll never forget. She held it up like a treasure, studied the colors, ran her fingers over her own design—now transformed into wearable art. She looked at me and said, “It’s real. I made this.” She beamed with pride and it was a moment of pride for me as well. It reminded me of why I made my twins co-founders in the first place. When they are part of the creative process, it unlocks a level of creativity that adds a boost to their confidence.

You see, this wasn’t just a t-shirt. It was a mirror that showed Chloe that her ideas mattered. That the ideas that live inside her could take physical form and shape the world outside her, too.

As a parent, we try so hard to affirm our kids. But sometimes, it’s these unexpected moments—the ones where their vision comes to life—those are the most affirming. 

And the truth is, every child deserves to feel that seen.

That’s why StereoType Kids exists. Not just to make clothes—but to spark creativity, confidence, and conversation. To help kids say, “Me is all I want to be”—and mean it.

So if you're a parent, guardian, or mentor reading this, here’s my encouragement:

Let them create. Let them take the lead. Let them see their ideas become real.

You never know which sketch, story, or spark might change everything.

Want to see Chloe’s design come to life? Check out the Lightning Bolt Tee.

Love,