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of great science,
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"Til sin be bitter,
Christ will not be sweet."
Thomas Watson
"We wish you PEACE
It does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble, or hard work.
It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart."
unknown
"Anyone who says sunshine brings happiness
has never danced in the rain."
unknown
"All I have seen teaches me to
trust the Creator
for all I have not seen."
Emerson
"There is only one way to lead a child down the right path
that is to go that way yourself."
unknown
"We find delight in the beauty and happiness of children that makes the heart too big for the body."
Ralph Waldo Emerson
"Cleaning and scrubbing
can wait 'til tomorrow.
For babies grow up,
we learn to our sorrow.
So quiet down cobwebs!
Dust, go to sleep!
I'm rocking my baby,
and babies don't keep!"
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Jun. 22, 2009 - Shoes
My feet and back have been "killing" me by late afternoon the past several weeks. So bad that it felt torturous to stand and cook dinner or walk to the bathroom, but alas, these things must be done. I haven't gained THAT much weight this pregnancy and it is not normal for me to feel this way even at the end of the third trimester. So, I looked at my shoes.
My sneakers are at least five years old and my fave sandals are older than that. A bit worn out on both counts. It was time for new shoes and this time I wanted some really good ones as I don't want to hurt anymore.
So, last week I went to a New Balance store and got professional help in finding the right shoes for me. It cost an arm and a leg! I never spend a lot of money on shoes so it was really hard to swallow the bill.
They definitely feel different. They "force" me to walk correctly and so the first couple of days it was a little weird feeling. On Saturday I wore them faithfully most of the day and then kicked them off (sneakers are a bit hot these days). That evening I had to run to the grocery store for a bit and thought I'd just wear my old sandals. I was in for a surprise. By the time I got through the store my feet and back were most certainly fussing at me. Owieeee!
I can't believe the difference the new shoes have made.
I am now a believer in wearing good shoes.
Very true. When we went to Fla. last year (when I was about 27 weeks pregnant) I got some Ecco sandals to wear for ALL the walking we did and they were AWESOME. They made a world of difference!!! --even if they cost WAY more than I'm used to paying. I'm glad you found something that works!!
Sarah
peaceinthepuzzle.blogspot.com
What a difference a good pair of shoes makes!!! Camille has very unusual feet and it is VERY difficult to find shoes that fit her properly. When I took her to a special shoe store, they fitted her for a pair of shoes that cost $50...for a 3 year old!!!! I feel your pocketbook pain. I'm glad you found a pair of shoes that work so well for you. Will they still fit after the baby is born?
I'm glad the shoes have helped you! It makes it worth the cost. Going back and putting the old ones again kind of reminds me of a parable...... I know I have something better, a big price has been paid for it and yet.... I like to revert back to the old ways sometimes.... to my detriment of course!
I am glad you got a new pair of shoes. Mine are getting pretty old too. I may have to do something about it soon. I hope your feet and back feel much better.
Blessings,
Dawn
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